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Instant Pot Chicken Tikka Masala with Cauliflower and Peas

This Instant Pot Chicken Tikka Masala with cauliflower and peas is a lightened up, dairy-free version of the classic Indian curry. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish makes an easy weeknight dinner.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 226 kcal
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds skinless (boneless chicken thighs, cubed)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 tablespoon ghee (butter or coconut oil for df)
  • 1/2 chopped onion
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger root
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon Turmeric
  • 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 14 ounce can diced tomatoes (drained)
  • 2 cups cauliflower florets
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas
  • 1/2 cup full fat canned coconut milk
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves (for serving)

Instructions

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  1. Season chicken with 1 teaspoon salt.
  2. Press saute button and melt the butter, add onion, garlic, ginger and 6 spices (from coriander to cardamom) and saute until the vegetables are soft and the spices are fragrant, about 2 to 3 minutes.
  3. Add the tomatoes and use an immersion to blend until smooth (or blend in the blender), add the chicken, remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and stir, cook high pressure 15 minutes.
  4. Quick release, add the cauliflower and peas and cook 2 minutes on high pressure.
  5. Quick release, stir in coconut milk and serve garnished with cilantro.

Nutrition Information

Serving 3/4 cup Calories 226kcal (11%) Carbohydrates 9g (3%) Protein 25g (50%) Fat 10g (15%) Cholesterol 3mg (1%) Sodium 405mg (17%) Fiber 2.5g (10%) Sugar 4g (8%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 226

% Daily Value*

Serving 3/4 cup
Calories 226kcal 11%
Carbohydrates 9g 3%
Protein 25g 50%
Fat 10g 15%
Cholesterol 3mg 1%
Sodium 405mg 17%
Fiber 2.5g 10%
Sugar 4g 8%

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