Description
This Instant Pot Butter Chicken recipe is a creamy and flavorful dish that’s quick and easy to make. Tender chicken cooked in a rich and aromatic sauce, perfect for serving over rice or with naan.
Ingredients
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For the Butter Chicken:
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 8 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons fresh ginger, minced (or paste)
- 1 cup tomato puree or passata
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 3 teaspoons garam masala
- 1 tablespoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Kashmiri chili powder (optional)
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into pieces
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup whipping cream
For Garnish:
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
Instructions
- Saute Aromatics: Turn Instant Pot to saute setting. Add butter, garlic, and ginger; saute until fragrant.
- Add Ingredients: Stir in tomato puree, spices, and chicken. Add water. Pressure cook for 5 minutes.
- Finish Dish: Release pressure naturally, then stir in whipping cream. Simmer to thicken sauce.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley and serve over rice with naan.
Notes
- Spice Level: Adjust chili powder for heat preference.
- Cream Options: Use heavy cream or full-fat coconut milk for best results.
- Serving Suggestions: Enjoy with basmati rice and naan.
- Freezing: Dish freezes well for future meals.
- Testing: Recipe has been tried, tested, and loved by many!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
