Instant Pot Butter Chicken

Ingredients:

• 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
• 1 cup tomato puree
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup plain yogurt
• 2 teaspoons garam masala
• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon chili powder (adjust to taste)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh cilantro for garnish

Cooking Steps:

Step 1: Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode and melt half of the butter.

Step 2: Add chopped onions, garlic, and grated ginger. Sauté until onions are translucent.

Step 3: Add chicken pieces to the Instant Pot and brown them for a few minutes.

Step 4: Stir in garam masala, turmeric, coriander, and chili powder. Cook for an additional minute.

Step 5: Pour in tomato puree, remaining butter, and season with salt and pepper. Mix well.

Step 6: Close the Instant Pot lid, set to manual pressure cook, and cook for 8-10 minutes.

Step 7: Once done, release pressure naturally for 5 minutes, then quick release.

Step 8: Stir in heavy cream and yogurt. Simmer on sauté mode for a few minutes until the sauce thickens.

Step 9: Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Serve this Instant Pot Butter Chicken with naan or rice for a restaurant-style meal right at home, ready in no time.