Description
Instant Pot Butter Chicken is a rich and creamy dish that brings the flavors of Indian cuisine right to your kitchen. Tender chicken thighs simmer in a luscious sauce made with butter, heavy cream, and aromatic spices, creating a warm and comforting meal perfect for any occasion. This easy recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or impressing guests, paired beautifully with fluffy rice or warm naan. Experience the magic of this delightful dish that is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch ginger, minced
- 1 cup tomato puree
- 2 tbsp curry powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode; melt butter until bubbly. Add chopped onions and cook until translucent.
- Stir in minced garlic and ginger; cook until fragrant.
- Cut chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and add to the pot; sauté until lightly browned.
- Stir in tomato puree, heavy cream, curry powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Close the lid; set to high pressure for 10 minutes. Allow natural release for 10 minutes before releasing remaining steam.
- Remove the lid; gently stir the dish and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg