Prepare an Indian-inspired dish at home with this Instant Pot Butter Chicken recipe. The Instant Pot makes it possible to prepare this flavorful meal with ease.
Instant Pot Butter Chicken Recipe
Do you often visit Indian restaurants because you love the cuisine? If so, you will love this Instant Pot Butter Chicken recipe. You can make a dish that takes like an authentic Indian dish that you would get at your favorite restaurant. You will save money and serve something delicious to the family.
You might have thought that preparing Indian cuisine was difficult. After all, the cuisine is known for its unique flavors due to the blend of seasonings and spices added to each dish.
While some of these meals may sound complicated to make, this Instant Pot Butter Chicken recipe is simple enough. Whether you are experienced in the kitchen or not, you can make this meal in no time.
Why You’ll Love this Butter Chicken Made in an Instant Pot:
- Fresh ingredients. It is such a flavorful dish consisting of fresh ingredients, including ginger, minced garlic, and tomato sauce.
- It takes less time. Because it is an Instant Pot recipe, you can make it in less time than it would normally take to make such a delicious meal.
- Serve it with easy sides. You can serve it with basmati rice and naan to complete the meal.
How to make Instant Pot Butter Chicken
Be sure to see the recipe card below for full ingredients & instructions!
- First, season the chicken with salt and pepper.
- On the Instant Pot, press the Sauté button and melt 2 tablespoons of butter with salt.
- Then, add in the garlic, ginger, and spices and cook for another minute.
- Add in the chicken and saute for a few minutes until browned.
- Add in the tomato sauce and broth and press the cancel button.
- Place the lid on the Instant Pot, press the Manual button and set for 12 minutes.
- Let the pressure release naturally.
- Stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons butter and heavy cream.
- Press the saute button, again and simmer the mixture for a few more minutes until the sauce thickens.
What Is Butter Chicken?
Butter Chicken is a popular Indian dish that originated in the late 1940s. It is a creamy dish consisting of heavy cream, tomato sauce, and chicken broth.
Not only is it creamy, but it is also flavorful and contains assorted spices that will leave you satisfied. You can serve it with rice and enjoy it for lunch or dinner.
Can I Make It On the Stove Top?
While you can make the meal on the stove top, it is much easier to prepare it in the Instant Pot. It will take a bit longer to prepare the meal in a skillet on the stove, but it is possible to do if you do not have an Instant Pot.
How Do I Store Leftovers?
Store leftovers in a food storage container with an airtight lid. Be sure to place leftovers in the fridge. You can keep your leftovers fresh in the fridge for up to three days.
Recipe Tips and Notes
- Make sure to season your chicken with the salt and pepper before adding it to your Instant Pot.
- Use boneless, skinless chicken thighs that you can easily chop into pieces for this recipe. If you do not have chicken thighs, you can use chicken breast as a replacement.
- You can use fresh minced garlic or minced garlic from a jar. It all depends on what you have at home.
If you enjoy Indian food, you will love this easy Instant Pot Butter Chicken. It is the perfect meal to make for the family. It comes together quick and is full of flavor.
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Instant Pot Butter Chicken Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs cut into bite-sized pieces
- Salt and pepper
- 1/4 cup butter divided
- 1/2 onion chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 small piece 1-inch ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon garam masala
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 can 15 ounces tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Season the chicken with salt and pepper.
- On the Instant Pot, press the Sauté button.
- Add in 2 tablespoons of butter.
- Once melted, add in the onions, sprinkle with salt, and saute for a few minutes until softened.
- Add in the garlic, ginger, and spices and cook for another minute.
- Add in the chicken and saute for a few minutes until browned.
- Add in the tomato sauce and broth.
- Press the Cancel button.
- Place the lid on the Instant Pot and press the Manual button.
- Set the timer for 12 minutes.
- Let the pressure release naturally.
- Remove the lid from the pot, and stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons butter and heavy cream.
- Press the Saute button, and simmer the mixture for a few minutes to reduce the liquid and thicken the sauce.
- Finish with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro. Serve with basmati rice and naan.
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