Are you craving a flavorful and spicy Indian-inspired dish without spending hours in the kitchen? Look no further! This pressure cooker butter chicken recipe using a packet sauce is a game-changer for busy home cooks. With just a few ingredients and simple steps, you can create a mouth-watering meal that’s sure to impress.

Ingredients:

• 500g chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 packet of butter chicken sauce (available at most supermarkets)
• 1/4 orange pepper, sliced
• 1/4 red pepper, sliced
• 2 mushrooms, sliced
• Oil or ghee

Simple Steps:

1. Press the “Saute” button on your pressure cooker and heat a tablespoon of oil or ghee until shimmering.
2. Add the chicken to the pot and cook until browned on all sides (about 5 minutes).
3. Add the sliced orange and red peppers and cook until they start to soften (about 2-3 minutes).
4. Add the sliced mushrooms, packet sauce, and 200ml of cream to the pot. Stir to combine.
5. Close the lid of the pressure cooker and set the menu to “Curry”. If you don’t have “Curry” mode. Press the “Manual” or “Pressure Cook” button and set the cooking time to 20 minutes at high pressure.
6. When the cooking time is up, allow the pressure to release naturally for 5 minutes, then quick-release any remaining pressure.
7. Open the lid and stir the contents of the pot. Season with salt to taste.

Serve with:

• Steamed basmati rice or naan bread to soak up the rich and creamy sauce
• Roasted vegetables, such as broccoli or carrots, for a well-rounded meal
• A side of raita (a yogurt and cucumber sauce) to cool down the palate

To cook rice in the microwave follow this post.

Enjoy this quick and delicious pressure cooker butter chicken!