Name: Instant Pot Chicken Tikka Masala
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 6 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1 bay leaf; 1 medium yellow onion, diced; 2 teaspoons ground cumin, divided; 3 cloves garlic, minced or pressed; 1/2 cup 2% Greek yogurt; 1/4 cup (4 tablespoons) refined coconut oil or extra virgin olive oil; 3 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, sliced into bite-size pieces; 1 tablespoon ginger, crushed or minced; 1 (13-14 ounce) can unsweetened coconut milk (it must be thin like water and not thick and lumpy) or unsweetened almond or cashew milk; 2 tablespoons garam masala (an Indian spice blend that can be found in many markets or easily online); 3 teaspoons seasoned salt, divided; 2 teaspoons turmeric, divided; 5.2-ounce package of Boursin (or any spreadable herb cheese, any flavor – optional for extra creaminess); 1 (14-15 ounce) can tomato sauce; 1 (14-15 ounce) can crushed or diced tomatoes; 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup or brown sugar; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for spice); 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, plus more for topping (optional)

Instant Pot Chicken Tikka Masala

5 / 5 (1 reviews)

Chicken basked in a rich and creamy tomato sauce loaded with sweet and savory spices, it’s no wonder that Chicken Tikka Masala is one of the most sought-after meals on any Indian restaurant’s menu.

By: Jeffrey (via Pressureluckcooking)

Original Publish: Oct 21, 2020

Last Updated: Mar 1, 2026

Prep: 5 mins

Cook: 6 mins

Yields: 6

Nutrition Facts

491 Calories

59 grams proteinProtein

13 grams carbohydratesCarbs

24 grams fatFat

Instructions

Add the oil to the Instant Pot and hit Sauté and Adjust so it’s on the More or High setting. After 3 minutes of heating, add the chicken and onion and sauté for 3-5 minutes, until the chicken is pinkish-white in color and the onion is slightly softened. Add the garlic and ginger sauté for 1 minute longer.
Add the coconut milk, 1 tablespoon of the garam masala, 1 teaspoon of the seasoned salt, 1 teaspoon of the cumin, 1 teaspoon of the turmeric, cilantro (if using) and bay leaf. Mix until well-combined.

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Chef's Notes

Jeffrey's Tips

If you’d rather use cream in place of the Greek yogurt, have at it. Same amount.As mentioned, the Boursin (or any spreadable herb cheese) is completely optional and definitely unconventional. It just adds a final surge of creamy flavor and sets this Tikka Masala apart from the rest.

Jeffrey's Tips

If you’d rather use cream in place of the Greek yogurt, have at it. Same amount.As mentioned, the Boursin (or any spreadable herb cheese) is completely optional and definitely unconventional. It just adds a final surge of creamy flavor and sets this Tikka Masala apart from the rest.

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Tami K ★ 5.0/5

Excellent! I have made this recipe twice now and so the next time I make it I will cut the tomato sauce in half. I used petite diced tomatoes instead of crushed. This time I use the full half teaspoon of cayenne pepper. My children who live in Seattle who eat a variety of Indian food sad it was just like eating out. This recipe is a keeper.

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