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Instant Pot Butter Chicken

Instant Pot Butter Chicken delivers restaurant quality butter chicken in the comfort of your own home. Ready in only 30 minutes, this Butter Chicken is extraordinary with a rich and creamy sauce and a fantastic blend of spices.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 557 kcal
Course: Main Course , Lunch , Dinner
Cuisine: Indian

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons butter unsalted
  • 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 Coriander ground
  • 1 teaspoon cumin ground
  • 1 teaspoon kashmiri chili powder optional
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 pounds chicken thighs boneless and skinless, cut into pieces
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup whipping cream
  • 2 tablespoons parsley chopped

Instructions

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  1. Turn your Instant Pot to the saute setting. (See your manufacturer's guide for detailed instructions on how to use your instant pot.)
  2. Add the butter and cook until the butter has melted. Add the garlic and ginger and saute for another minute or until the garlic becomes aromatic. Do not cook too long because you don't want to burn it.
  3. Add the tomato puree and tomato paste to the Instant Pot and stir. Add the garam masala, coriander, cumin, paprika, Kashmiri chili powder, turmeric and salt to the Instant Pot, stir and cook for about 3 to 5 minutes. 
  4. Add the chicken thighs, water and stir everything together. There should be enough liquid in the pot to cover the chicken, so add more water if needed.
  5. Close the lid (follow the manufacturer's guide for instructions on how to close the instant pot lid). Set the Instant Pot to the Poultry setting and set the timer to 5 minutes.
  6. Once the Instant Pot cycle is complete, wait until the natural release cycle is complete, should take about 10 minutes. Follow the manufacturer's guide for quick release, if in a rush. Carefully unlock and remove the lid from the instant pot.
  7. Switch the Instant Pot to the saute setting (do not put the lid on). Add the whipping cream and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. The sauce should thicken and reduce a bit. You don't want it to reduce too much. 
  8. Turn off the Instant Pot and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve warm over rice and with naan.

Notes

  • I strongly recommend reading the manufacturer's guide for instructions on how to use your Instant Pot before attempting this recipe. 
  • Chicken breasts can also be used.
  • This recipe will store for up to 7 days stored in a shallow airtight container. It also freezes well. Store again in an airtight shallow container and place in the freezer for up to 3 months. Allow to thaw in the fridge and reheat on the stove when ready to eat!

Nutrition Information

Serving 1serving Calories 557kcal (28%) Carbohydrates 9g (3%) Protein 27g (54%) Fat 46g (71%) Saturated Fat 19g (95%) Cholesterol 217mg (72%) Sodium 629mg (26%) Potassium 663mg (19%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 1880IU (38%) Vitamin C 10.6mg (12%) Calcium 68mg (7%) Iron 2.8mg (16%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 557

% Daily Value*

Serving 1serving
Calories 557kcal 28%
Carbohydrates 9g 3%
Protein 27g 54%
Fat 46g 71%
Saturated Fat 19g 95%
Cholesterol 217mg 72%
Sodium 629mg 26%
Potassium 663mg 14%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 3g 6%
Vitamin A 1880IU 38%
Vitamin C 10.6mg 12%
Calcium 68mg 7%
Iron 2.8mg 16%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.