Ingredients

• 1 tbsp coriander seeds
• 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
• 7 cloves of garlic
• 2-inch knob of ginger
• 1 tbsp garam masala
• 1 tsp turmeric powder
• 2 red Fresno or Birds Eye Chilies
• 1/4 cup water
• 2 tbsp canola oil
• 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 1 cup whole milk yogurt
• 2 tbsp tikka masala paste
• 2 tsp kosher salt
• 1 cup basmati rice
• Cardamom pods
• 1 28-ounce can whole peeled tomatoes
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1 large sweet onion
• 1 tbsp paprika
• 1 tsp Kashmiri chili powder
• 1 1/4 cups heavy cream
• Fresh cilantro for garnish