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Instant Pot Chicken Korma Recipe Simplified

This Instant Pot Chicken Korma is a simplified version of the classic Indian dish, made easy and quick with the Instant Pot. Perfect for a weeknight dinner!
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Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Total Time 35 mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Indian
Servings 4 people
Calories 420 kcal

Equipment

  • Instant Pot

Ingredients:  

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 inch piece of ginger grated
  • 0.5 cup plain yogurt
  • 0.25 cup cashews ground into a paste
  • 0.5 cup coconut milk
  • 1 tablespoon garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions: 

  • Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode and add a bit of oil. Sauté the onions, garlic, and ginger until softened.
  • Add the chicken pieces and brown them on all sides.
  • Stir in the garam masala, turmeric, coriander, and cumin until fragrant.
  • Add the yogurt, cashew paste, and coconut milk. Stir well to combine.
  • Close the Instant Pot lid and set to high pressure for 8 minutes.
  • Once done, do a quick pressure release and open the lid carefully.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Notes:

This recipe is a simplified version of the traditional Chicken Korma, making it accessible for weeknight dinners.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 140mgSodium: 320mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Keywords:

Keyword Chicken Korma, Indian Cuisine, Instant Pot
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