Instant Pot Butter Chicken with Tofu and Rice

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Instant Pot Butter Chicken with Tofu and Rice Recipe

This Instant Pot Butter Chicken with Tofu and Rice recipe is a delicious and simple way to enjoy traditional Indian flavors. Cooked in a rich tomato sauce with aromatic spices, the tender chicken and tofu are served over fluffy basmati rice. A dollop of creamy Greek yogurt and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro round out the dish. This recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or whenever you want a hearty and filling meal.

Ingredients

• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup basmati rice (uncooked)
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1/4 cup plain greek yogurt
• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 8 oz extra firm tofu, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
• 1 can diced tomatoes (14 oz)
• 1 teaspoon cumin (ground)
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• For garnish, use 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 tablespoon garam masala
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 onion, chopped

Time Needed

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 25 minutes
• Total Time: 40 minutes

Instructions

• In a fine-mesh sieve, rinse the basmati rice until the water runs clear.
• Add the rice and 1 1/4 cup water to the Instant Pot.
• Close the lid and turn the pressure release valve to the Sealing position.
• Cook for 5 minutes on high pressure, then let the pressure naturally release for 10 minutes.
• After 10 minutes, manually release any remaining pressure and remove the lid.
• Turn the Instant Pot to Sauté mode while the rice is cooking.
• Allow the butter to melt.
• Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the onion is soft.
• Cook for 1 minute more after adding the garlic.
• Stir the chicken and tofu together with the onion and garlic in the Instant Pot.
• Combine the diced tomatoes, garam masala, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, salt, and cayenne pepper in a large mixing bowl.
• To combine, stir everything together.
• Close the lid and turn the pressure release valve to the Sealing position.
• Cook for 10 minutes on high pressure, then let the pressure naturally release for 5 minutes.
• After 5 minutes, manually release any remaining pressure and remove the lid.
• Incorporate the heavy cream and Greek yogurt.
• Garnish the butter chicken and tofu with fresh cilantro and serve over rice.

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