Get-ahead chicken tikka masala

Step 1

Combine the chicken, yoghurt and half the curry paste in a glass bowl. Season. Cover and place in the fridge for 4 hours to marinate.

Step 2

Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add curry leaves. Cover. Cook for 1 minute or until aromatic. Stir in capsicum, onion, chilli, garlic and ginger for 5 minutes or until golden. Stir in the remaining curry paste for 2 minutes or until aromatic. Add stock, tomato and tomato paste. Bring to the boil. Reduce heat to low. Simmer for 15 minutes or until sauce thickens slightly.

Step 3

Heat remaining oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Cook chicken, in 2 batches, for 5 minutes or until lightly charred. Add to sauce. Simmer for 15 minutes or until cooked through. Stir in cream and lemon juice for 5 minutes. Serve with rice and pappadums.