Instant Pot Butter Chicken

Instant Pot Butter Chicken is a quick and easy way to make this classic Indian dish. The chicken is cooked in a creamy sauce made with butter, tomatoes, and spices. Serve the butter chicken with basmati rice or naan bread.

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Place the olive oil in the Instant Pot and set to the "Saute" setting.

Step 2

Add the onion and cook until softened.

Step 3

Add the garlic, ginger, garam masala, turmeric powder, chili powder, salt, and pepper to the pot.

Step 4

Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.

Step 5

Add the chicken to the pot and cook until browned on all sides.

Step 6

Add the diced tomatoes and heavy cream to the pot.

Step 7

Stir to combine.

Step 8

Close the lid of the Instant Pot and set to the "Manual" setting.

Step 9

Cook for 20 minutes.

Step 10

When the cooking time is complete, let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes.

Step 11

Stir in the cilantro.

Step 12

Serve with naan bread.