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Instant Pot Chicken Curry.
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Instant Pot Chicken Curry

This easy Instant Pot chicken curry is a healthy, quick and tasty weeknight dinner option. Easy to adapt, and suitable for most diets, this simple chicken curry is a popular family favorite.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time12 minutes
Time to Pressure10 minutes
Total Time27 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, Indian
Keyword: chicken breasts, easy, healthy, instant pot
Servings: 4
Calories: 182kcal
Author: Tonje

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 pound chicken breasts
  • 3 garlic cloves
  • 1 onion
  • 1 chili
  • 1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes
  • ½ cup water
  • 2 tablespoons curry powder
  • 1 tablespoon garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 bay leaf

Instructions

  • Dice the onion and chicken, grate the garlic, and remove the seeds from the chili, then dice it finely.
  • Add the onion, chili and garlic to your Instant Pot along with the vegetable oil. Use the SAUTE setting to cook for a few minutes, until the onion is soft and translucent.
  • Add all the seasoning to the pot, and stir with sautéing for another 30 seconds.
  • Then, add the water, canned diced tomatoes and chicken pieces to the Instant Pot. Give it a stir to mix it together. Turn off the SAUTE setting, and seal the lid on the pressure cooker.
  • Cook the curry on PRESSURE COOK or MANUAL setting, on high pressure for 10 minutes. Then, perform a quick release to release all pressure according to the manufacturer's instructions.
  • Stir the curry, and season with additional salt and pepper to taste.

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Notes

  • Store leftovers in a refrigerator for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.
  • This recipe has only been tested in a 6 qt Instant Pot.

Nutrition

Calories: 182kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 575mg | Potassium: 750mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 333IU | Vitamin C: 32mg | Calcium: 68mg | Iron: 3mg