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Better Pressure Cooker Butter Chicken

A rich, mildly spiced butter chicken recipe that relies on a pressure cooker and a broiler to cut the cooking time significantly.

Dinner · Indian · 14 ingredients

Better Pressure Cooker Butter Chicken

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 teaspoons fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 teaspoons garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into cubes
  • 1 can diced tomatoes with juice
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream or coconut milk
  • 3 tablespoons butter, divided
  • Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish

Directions

To Marinate the Chicken: Add fenugreek leaves (or fenugreek seeds, if using) to small skillet and place over medium heat. Toast leaves, tossing them constantly, until quite fragrant, about 30 seconds. Transfer toasted leaves to spice grinder or mortar and pestle and grind to fine powder. Set aside.

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