Instant Pot Chicken Tikka Masala

This delicious and flavorful recipe is filling and healthy, but also very easy to make. If you’re craving “take-out”, try this effortless recipe that your entire family will love.

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoon olive oil

• 1 medium onion, diced

• 1 tablespoon fresh garlic, minced

• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, finely chopped

• 1 tablespoon ground cumin

• 1 teaspoon ground coriander

• 1 teaspoon mild chili powder

• 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric

• 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes

• 1 1/2 lb boneless chicken thighs or breasts cut into bite-size pieces

• 2 cups tomato sauce

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• 1/2 cup Greek yogurt

• A handful fresh cilantro, chopped

Directions:

1. Turn on your Instant Pot and select the "Sauté" function. Add the olive oil allowing them to heat up.

2. Add the diced onion to the Instant Pot and sauté for 3-4 minutes or until softened and translucent.

3. Add the minced garlic, finely chopped ginger, ground cumin, ground coriander, mild chili powder, ground turmeric, and red chili flakes. Stir well and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to release the flavors of the spices.

4. Add the bite-size chicken thigh pieces to the Instant Pot, stirring well to coat them with the spice mixture. Sauté for about 5 minutes, until the chicken is lightly browned on all sides.

5. Pour in the tomato sauce and add salt. Stir to combine, ensuring that the chicken is evenly coated with the sauce.

6. Secure the lid on your Instant Pot and set the pressure release valve to "Sealing." Select the "Manual" or "Pressure Cook" function, and set the cooking time to 7 minutes on high pressure.

7. Once the cooking time is complete, allow the pressure to release naturally for 5 minutes before carefully turning the pressure release valve to "Venting" to release any remaining pressure.

8. Open the lid and stir in the Greek yogurt, mixing well to create a creamy, rich sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a little water or chicken broth to thin it out to your desired consistency.

9. Adjust the seasoning, adding more salt or chili flakes as needed.

10. Serve the chicken tikka masala hot, garnished with chopped fresh cilantro, alongside steamed rice, naan bread, or your favorite Indian side dishes.

11. Serves 6