Chicken Tikka Masala Recipes: My Family's Flavor Fiesta

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lbs (680g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 cup (240ml) plain yogurt (full-fat for best results)
• 2 tbsp (30ml) lemon juice
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 inch (2.5cm) ginger, grated
• 1 tbsp (15ml) garam masala
• 1 tsp (5ml) turmeric powder
• 1 tsp (5ml) ground cumin
• 1 tsp (5ml) ground coriander
• 1/2 tsp (2.5ml) cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
• 1 tsp (6g) salt
• 2 tbsp (30ml) vegetable oil
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 1 tbsp (15ml) tomato paste
• 1 (28 oz / 794g) can crushed tomatoes
• 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
• 1/2 cup (120ml) chicken broth (low sodium)
• 1 tsp (5ml) paprika
• 1/2 tsp (2.5ml) turmeric powder
• 1/4 tsp (1.25ml) cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
• 1 tsp (6g) salt, or to taste
• 1/2 tsp (3g) sugar (optional, to balance acidity)
• 2 tbsp (30ml) chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish