Instant Pot Tikka Masala
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Instant Pot Tikka Masala
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Instant Pot tikka masala is one of my favorite Indian dishes so simple I can make it any night of the week. The sweet and savory spices mixed with tender chicken create the perfect comfort dish.
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Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 2 pounds chicken breast cut into cubes
- 1 cup PLAIN yogurt
- 2 Tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 Tablespoon garam masala see note for substitution
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 Tablespoon fresh grated ginger
- salt and pepper
For the Sauce
- 2 Tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 onion diced
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 2 Tablespoons garam masala see note for substitution
- 2 cups tomato sauce
- 14 ounces fire roasted diced tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 Tablespoons butter
For Serving (Optional)
- rice
- naan bread
- chopped cilantro
Instructions
For the Chicken
- Combine the yogurt, lemon juice, garam masala, cayenne pepper, ginger, and salt and pepper. Pour over cubed chicken.
- Stir until the chicken is evenly coated. Cover with plastic wrap and store in the fridge for 30 minutes to marinate.
For the Sauce
- Turn the Instant Pot to "Saute" mode. Add vegetable oil. Once the oil is heated, add onion, garlic, and garam masala. Cook until onions are tender.
- Add tomato sauce and diced tomatoes. Stir to combine. Then add chicken and all the marinade.
- Place the lid on the Instant Pot and move the vent to the "Sealing" position. Set the Instant Pot to "Poultry" and set the timer for 5 minutes. When the timer goes off, let the pressure release naturally for about 10 minutes. Then do a quick release. Remove the lid and stir the contents.
- Add heavy cream and butter. Stir to combine. If the sauce is too thin, set the Instant Pot to "Saute" and cook until the desired consistency is reached.
- Serve over rice or with naan bread. Optional: top with fresh chopped cilantro.
Notes
- Garam Masala Substitution Note: Garam Masala is an amazing Indian spice blend. You can find it at most grocery stores, but if it is not available near you, you can substitute it. Combine 4 parts cumin with 1 part allspice. For example, 1 tablespoon of cumin and 1/4 tablespoon allspice.
- Instant Pot Note: We use a 6-quart Instant Pot brand pressure cooker that we bought in 2016. Different or newer versions may be more sensitive to the "BURN" notice. If you are concerned about the burn notice, we have found this article to be helpful: "What Does Burn Mean on my Instant Pot".
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1g
Calories
463kcal
(23%)
Carbohydrates
13g
(4%)
Protein
37g
(74%)
Fat
29g
(45%)
Saturated Fat
17g
(85%)
Cholesterol
166mg
(55%)
Sodium
773mg
(32%)
Potassium
950mg
(27%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
8g
(16%)
Vitamin A
1438IU
(29%)
Vitamin C
13mg
(14%)
Calcium
117mg
(12%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 463 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1g | |
| Calories | 463kcal | 23% |
| Carbohydrates | 13g | 4% |
| Protein | 37g | 74% |
| Fat | 29g | 45% |
| Saturated Fat | 17g | 85% |
| Cholesterol | 166mg | 55% |
| Sodium | 773mg | 32% |
| Potassium | 950mg | 20% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 1438IU | 29% |
| Vitamin C | 13mg | 14% |
| Calcium | 117mg | 12% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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33 reviews
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