Instant Pot Chicken Tikka Masala with Cauliflower and Peas

Name: Instant Pot Chicken Tikka Masala with Cauliflower and Peas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 ½ pounds skinless (boneless chicken thighs, cubed); 1 ½ teaspoon kosher salt; ½ tablespoon ghee (butter or coconut oil for df); ½ onion (chopped); 3 cloves garlic (minced); 1 teaspoon grated ginger root; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1 teaspoon cumin; ½ teaspoon turmeric; ½ teaspoon garam masala; ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper; ¼ teaspoon ground cardamom; 14 ounce can diced tomatoes (drained); 2 cups cauliflower florets; ½ cup frozen peas; ½ cup full fat canned coconut milk; ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves (for serving)

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:30min

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: Sun, 16 Aug 2026 01:57:12 GMT