Chicken Tikka Masala (Stovetop + Instant Pot)

Name: Chicken Tikka Masala (Stovetop + Instant Pot)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Asian, Indian
Ingredients: 1½ pound boneless skinless chicken breasts (tenders or thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes); ½ cup plain yogurt; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 3 cloves garlic (grated or minced); 1 teaspoon grated ginger (or paste ); 1 teaspoon garam masala; ¼ teaspoon ground white pepper; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1½ teaspoon grated ginger (or paste); 8 cloves garlic (grated or minced); 2 teaspoons dried fenugreek leaves; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1 teaspoon garam masala (see notes); ½ teaspoon ground turmeric; ¼-½ teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 (15-ounce) jar passata (or tomato sauce or puree ); ½ cup heavy cream; cilantro (for serving); Prepared Basmati Rice (for serving); Homemade Garlic Naan

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:10min

Instant Pot Chicken Tikka Masala is the epitome of good Indian food! It starts with a simple marinade, and you can cook it entirely in the instant pot or on the stovetop! Serve with steamed basmati rice or my personal favorite, garlic naan!

Updated at: Wed, 07 Oct 2026 00:07:25 GMT