Simple Chicken Curry Recipe Takeaway Tikka Masala

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs (680g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 4 tbsp (60ml) plain yogurt, full-fat
• 2 tbsp (30ml) lemon juice
• 1 tbsp (15ml) ginger-garlic paste (equal parts grated ginger and minced garlic)
• 1 tsp (5ml) garam masala
• 1 tsp (5ml) ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp (2.5ml) turmeric powder
• 1/4 tsp (1.25ml) chili powder (or to taste)
• 1 tsp (5ml) salt
• 2 tbsp (30ml) vegetable oil, for cooking
• 2 tbsp (30ml) vegetable oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped (about 1 cup)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 inch (2.5cm) ginger, grated
• 1 tsp (5ml) ground coriander
• 1 (14 oz/400g) can crushed tomatoes
• 1/2 cup (120ml) tomato paste
• 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
• 1/4 cup (60ml) chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish
• Salt to taste
• 1 tbsp (15g) butter (optional, for extra richness)