Instant Pot Chicken Tikka Masala

Name: Instant Pot Chicken Tikka Masala
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American, Indian
Ingredients: 2 pounds chicken (skinless and boneless, I used both chicken breast and thighs, cut into cubes); 1½ cups plain yogurt (I used Greek); 3 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed); 1 tablespoon garam masala; 1 tablespoon ginger (minced); 5 cloves garlic (minced); 1 teaspoon salt; 3 tablespoons vegetable oil; 2 large onions (chopped); 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (minced); 1 teaspoon turmeric; 2 teaspoons garam masala; 2 teaspoons coriander (ground); 2 teaspoons cumin (ground); 2 teaspoons chili powder; 14 ounces fire roasted tomatoes (or regular diced tomatoes); 2 cups tomato sauce (or passata ); ½ to 1 cup half and half; 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste); 2 tablespoons butter (unsalted); 3 tablespoons cilantro (fresh, chopped for garnish)

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:20min

This Instant Pot Chicken Tikka Masala is one hundred percent made from scratch. Super flavorful with tender chicken and delicious curry - this recipe is always a family favorite!

Updated at: Fri, 18 Sep 2026 00:02:32 GMT