Chicken Tikka Masala

Name: Chicken Tikka Masala
Ingredients: 1 cup plain low-fat yogurt; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tablespoon finely grated fresh ginger; 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1 1/2 teaspoons ground coriander; 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric; Salt and freshly ground pepper; 2 1/2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken thighs, fat trimmed; 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon vegetable oil; 1/4 cup blanched whole almonds; 1 large onion, finely chopped; 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger; 1 1/2 tablespoons garam masala; 1 1/2 teaspoons pure chile powder; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; One 35-ounce can peeled tomatoes, finely chopped, juices reserved; Pinch of sugar; 1 cup heavy cream