EASY INSTANT POT® CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA

Easy Instant Pot® Chicken Tikka Masala image

Simple and absolutely irresistible chicken tikka masala made in the Instant Pot® with all the flavors of garam masala and turmeric. A wonderful and easy midweek dinner option.

Provided by Fioa

Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian Indian

Time 1h45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 pound boneless chicken breasts, cut into 2-inch pieces
1 cup plain yogurt
1 tablespoon garam masala
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 pinch ground ginger
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 ½ tablespoons garam masala
1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon ground turmeric
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup heavy cream

Steps:

Combine chicken, yogurt, garam masala, lemon juice, cayenne pepper, and ginger in a bowl; toss until fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.
Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Add chicken with marinade; cook until tender, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes.
Place tomato sauce, garlic, garam masala, paprika, turmeric, and salt in the pot; stir until well combined. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 10 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Remove lid and select Saute function. Pour in cream; stir well. Simmer until sauce has thickened, about 4 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 407.5 calories, Carbohydrate 16.4 g, Cholesterol 143.7 mg, Fat 26.5 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 28.5 g, SaturatedFat 15.3 g, Sodium 965.3 mg, Sugar 8.8 g