CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA
"Tender grilled chicken in a spicy creamy tomato sauce..."
INGREDIENTS
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2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs or a combination (if using breasts, poke them a few times with a fork before marinating)
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Marinade Ingredients
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2 cups plain whole milk yogurt (not the Greek kind)
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8-10 large garlic cloves, flattened and peeled (see here for how to flatten & peel garlic)
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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2 tablespoons lime or lemon juice
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
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Sauce Ingredients
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2 tablespoons butter
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 large white onion, halved and thinly sliced
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5 large garlic cloves, crushed in a garlic press
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2 tablespoons finely minced or grated ginger root
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1 tablespoon ground coriander
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2 teaspoons cumin powder
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2 teaspoons paprika
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1 teaspoon chili powder
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1 teaspoon kosher salt
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1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
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3 cups tomato puree from a 28 ounce can (I recommend Organic or San Marzano for best flavor)
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1 cup water
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3/4 cup half and half (you can use heavy cream if you want to splurge)
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1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
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Salt and fresh ground pepper, to taste
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1 bunch chopped cilantro (about 1 cup)
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