Instant Pot Butter Chicken Recipe
Butter Chicken, also known as Murgh Makhani, is a popular dish in Indian cuisine that is made from marinated chicken cooked in a rich, creamy tomato-based sauce. The dish is known for its delicate balance of flavors and is often served with rice or naan. The origins of Butter Chicken can be traced back to the city of Delhi. It is believed to have been created by the chefs of Moti Mahal, a restaurant in Delhi, in the 1950s.
Ingredients
- 1 lb Chicken Breast / boneless chicken cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 cups tomato puree
- 1 cup cream
- 1 cup yogurt / dahi / curd
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 inch ginger minced
- 2 green chilli pepper minced
- 1 Onions finely chopped
- 2 tbsp butter, salted
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- 1 tsp Red Chilli Powder
- 1 tsp Garam Masala
- Salt
- 2 tbsp coriander leaves / cilantro
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix together the tomato puree, heavy cream, yogurt, garlic, ginger, and green chili pepper.
- In the Instant Pot, add the butter and set it to sauté mode.
- Add the onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
- Add the chicken and sauté for 2-3 minutes.
- Add the tomato puree mixture, cumin powder, coriander powder, red chili powder, garam masala powder, and salt. Mix well.
- Close the Instant Pot with the pressure valve sealed.
- Set the Instant Pot to manual mode and cook for 8 minutes.
- Once done, release the pressure manually and open the Instant Pot.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot with rice or Indian bread.
Notes & Tips
Notes
- You can adjust the amount of cream and butter according to your preference.
- You can also add some whole spices like cinnamon, bay leaves, and cardamom for a more flavorful butter chicken.
- To make it more spicy, you can add more green chili pepper or red chili powder.
- You can also add some mint or coriander leaves for added flavor.
- For a vegan version, you can use vegan butter or coconut oil instead of butter and use cashew cream instead of heavy cream, and use tofu instead of chicken.
- Butter chicken is also delicious with some cashews or raisins added to it for added texture and flavor.
- You can also add some sautéed onions and tomatoes for added flavor.
- You can also add some sautéed onions and tomatoes for added flavor and texture.
- Some people also add a layer of fried onions or sautéed cashews on top of the butter chicken before serving for added texture.
- For a more rich and creamy butter chicken, you can add a layer of cream or cashew cream on top before serving.
- You can also make the dish with a mixture of chicken and paneer (cottage cheese) for a delicious variation.
- To make it more spicy, you can add more green chili pepper or red chili powder.
- Butter chicken is best served with rice or Indian bread like naan, tandoori roti, or paratha.
- You can also garnish with some chopped coriander or mint leaves for added flavor and freshness
Nutrition Information (Note: Approximate)
Nutrition Facts
Instant Pot Butter Chicken Recipe
Serving Size
1 g
Amount per Serving
Calories
451
% Daily Value*
Fat
27
g
42
%
Saturated Fat
16
g
100
%
Trans Fat
0.01
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
7
g
Cholesterol
149
mg
50
%
Sodium
306
mg
13
%
Potassium
1236
mg
35
%
Carbohydrates
23
g
8
%
Fiber
4
g
17
%
Sugar
13
g
14
%
Protein
31
g
62
%
Vitamin A
1819
IU
36
%
Vitamin B1
0.2
mg
13
%
Vitamin B2
0.5
mg
29
%
Vitamin B3
14
mg
70
%
Vitamin B5
3
mg
30
%
Vitamin B6
1
mg
50
%
Vitamin B12
1
µg
17
%
Vitamin C
21
mg
25
%
Vitamin D
1
µg
7
%
Vitamin E
4
mg
27
%
Vitamin K
8
µg
8
%
Calcium
171
mg
17
%
Iron
3
mg
17
%
Magnesium
80
mg
20
%
Zinc
2
mg
13
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.