Dinner
Indian Butter Chicken
TIP: To make this recipe dairy free, use coconut oil instead of butter and full-fat coconut milk instead of heavy cream.
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This dish contains the following allergens: Milk/Dairy
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- 1 stick (1/2 cup) plus 3 tablespoons butter, cut in cubes, divided
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vegetable oil
- 1 large yellow onion, peeled, diced
- 6 cloves garlic, peeled, minced
- 3 pounds uncooked boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut in cubes
- 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, peeled, minced
- 1 1/2 tablespoons garam masala
- 1 1/4 teaspoons turmeric
- 3 1/2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2/3 cup chicken broth
- 1 1/4 cups tomato sauce
- 2/3 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
- Cooked basmati rice, for serving
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Step 1
Select SEAR/SAUTÉ and set to MD:HI. Select START/STOP to begin. Allow to preheat for 5 minutes.
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Step 2
Add 3 tablespoons butter and oil to the pot. Once butter melts, add onions and garlic and cook for 1 minute.
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Step 3
Add chicken, ginger, garam masala, turmeric, tomato paste, salt, broth, and tomato sauce. Stir to combine.
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Step 4
Assemble pressure lid, making sure the pressure release valve is in the SEAL position. Select PRESSURE and set to HIGH. Set time to 5 minutes. Select START/STOP to begin.
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Step 5
When pressure cooking is complete, quick release the pressure by moving the pressure release valve to the VENT position. Carefully remove lid when unit has finished releasing pressure.
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Step 6
Select SEAR/SAUTÉ and set to MD:HI. Select START/STOP to begin. Add the heavy cream and remaining butter and simmer for 2 minutes.
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Step 7
When cooking in complete, top with cilantro and serve with basmati rice.