Saturday, December 29, 2018

Favorite Tika Masala ( Low Carb, Keto Friendly)





Keto Instant Pot Chicken Tika Masala (Low Carb)


Author: Liz Jocson


Instant Pot Chicken Tikka Masala is quick, easy, nourishing, and so tasty! With anti-inflammatory spices like turmeric, garlic, and ginger, this healthy Indian-inspired dish keto-friendly comfort food! 



CourseMain Dish

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes

Total Time 20 minutes

Servings 6 servings


Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon butter 
  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 1 tablespoon garam masala
  • 2 teaspoons salt more to taste if needed
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon chili powdered 
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
  • 6-7 cloves garlic diced
  • 2" knob of ginger peeled and diced
  • 2  10oz cans diced tomatoes. I used ROTEL
  • 2-1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken into 2" cubes
  • 3 coconut cream 
  • 2 tablespoons cashew butter
  • 1/2 cup bone broth or water

Instructions

  1. Press the Saute button on the Instant Pot and add the butter or ghee and coconut oil to melt.
  2. Add the diced onion, ginger, minced garlic and saute 3 to 5 minutes.
  3. Add the spices and stir, cooking about 1 minute, until fragrant. 
  4. Then add Rotel tomatoes, and 1/2 cup broth.
  5. Place the cubed chicken into the Instant Pot, submerging it under the tomato-spice mixture.
  6. Lock the lid, make sure the vent is sealed, and press the Manual button. Adjust the time to 10 minutes.
  7. When the Instant Pot beeps, release the pressure immediately.
  8. Using a slotted spoon, remove the chicken pieces from the sauce, place into a bowl, and set aside.
  9. Stir in the almond or cashew butter and yogurt or coconut cream
  10. Using an immersion blender, blend the tomato sauce until smooth and thick.
  11. Return the chicken to the blended sauce and serve with keto friendly naan bread


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