Instant Pot® Butter Chicken from Frozen

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Mildly spiced Indian-style butter chicken using frozen chicken is easier than ever when using the Instant Pot®! I like to serve this with naan or basmati rice.

Submitted by thedailygourmet
Updated on October 13, 2024
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Additional Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 15 mins
Servings:
3
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 3 servings

  • 6 tablespoons salted butter, divided

  • ⅓ cup diced onion

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 9 ounces frozen cubed chicken

  • 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce

  • ¼ cup heavy whipping cream

  • 1 tablespoon tandoori seasoning

  • 2 teaspoons garam masala

  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper

  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro, or to taste

Directions

  1. Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®), select Saute function, and add butter. Add onion and garlic to melted butter. Saute until fragrant, 3 to 5 minutes. Add frozen chicken and tomato sauce. Hit Cancel.

  2. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions. Set timer for 30 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.

  3. Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 15 minutes. Use the quick-release method to release remaining pressure, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.

  4. Add whipping cream, tandoori seasoning, garam masala, and cayenne pepper. Stir to combine. Serve immediately garnished with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

400 Calories
33g Fat
10g Carbs
19g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 3
Calories 400
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 33g 42%
Saturated Fat 20g 100%
Cholesterol 132mg 44%
Sodium 610mg 27%
Total Carbohydrate 10g 3%
Dietary Fiber 3g 10%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 19g 38%
Vitamin C 12mg 13%
Calcium 72mg 6%
Iron 2mg 9%
Potassium 474mg 10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.