Instant Pot Butter Chicken Recipe
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.
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 671kcal
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.
Nutrition
Calories: 671kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 57g | Fat: 46g | Saturated Fat: 24g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 381mg | Sodium: 1224mg | Potassium: 919mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1822IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 88mg | Iron: 3mg