Instant Pot Chicken Tikka Masala with Cauliflower and Peas

Name: Instant Pot Chicken Tikka Masala with Cauliflower and Peas
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 30 min
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

Prep:5minCook:25min

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.

Updated at: Thu, 05 Mar 2026 21:53:03 GMT