Instant Pot Paleo Chicken Tikka Masala

This Instant Pot Paleo Chicken Tikka Masala is a flavorful and dairy-free twist on the classic Indian dish. Its made with tender chicken, aromatic spices, and creamy coconut milk for a satisfying and healthy meal.

Ingredients:

• 1
• 5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
• 1 cup diced tomatoes canned or fresh
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1-inch piece of fresh ginger, minced
• 1 tablespoon ghee or coconut oil
• 2 tablespoons Paleo-friendly tikka masala spice blend
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish

Instructions:

Set your Instant Pot to Saute mode and add the ghee or coconut oil

Add the chopped onions and saut until they turn translucent, about 3-4 minutes

Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant

Add the chicken pieces and brown them on all sides for about 3-4 minutes

Sprinkle the tikka masala spice blend, paprika, ground cumin, ground coriander, turmeric, salt, and pepper over the chicken

Stir well to coat the chicken evenly with the spices

Pour in the coconut milk and diced tomatoes

Stir to combine all the ingredients

Close the Instant Pot lid and set it to Pressure Cook mode

Cook on high pressure for 10 minutes

Once the cooking cycle is complete, allow for a natural pressure release for 10 minutes, then manually release any remaining pressure

Open the Instant Pot, give the chicken tikka masala a good stir, and taste for seasoning, adjusting salt and pepper as needed

Serve the Paleo Chicken Tikka Masala hot, garnished with fresh cilantro leaves

Enjoy your delicious, Paleo-friendly chicken tikka masala