This process can be done a day in advance. You can marinate the chicken overnight or minimum of 30 minutes.
Using a paper towel, pat dry the chicken to get rid of any excess moisture.
In a large bowl, combine yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, coriander powder, turmeric powder, red chili powder, oil, lemon juice, and salt to taste.
Add chicken pieces and turn to coat. Marinate for 30 minutes or overnight.
Step 2: Prepare The Sauce [Bhuna Masala]
Note: You can skip the sautéing of onions, and tomatoes, and use my homemade bhuna masala (about ¾ cup masala)
In a blender jar, add chopped tomatoes, and green chili and make a puree. Keep it aside.
Turn Instant Pot to sauté (more) and heat the oil.
Add cumin seeds, whole cloves, whole green cardamom, cinnamon stick, and bay leaf. Sauté for 10-15 seconds.
Next add onions, a pinch of salt, and cook for 3-5 minutes, or until the onions turn light brown. Stir at regular intervals.
Now add ginger-garlic paste, and sauté for 30 seconds.
Add tomato puree, and sauté for 3-5 minutes. Cook the sauce until the oil starts to separate. Stir at regular intervals.
Step 3: Pressure Cook The Chicken
Add the chicken, and sauté for 3-5 minutes. Stir the chicken a few times.
Add 1-2 tablespoons of water and deglaze the pot.Note: There will be enough liquid to build the pressure and cook the chicken. Do not add too much water.
Close the Instant Pot lid, vent sealed. Pressure cook (high) for 10 minutes. Allow 10 minutes of natural pressure release.
For Stovetop Pressure Cooker: Close the pressure cooker lid, and put the weights. After the first whistle reduces the heat and cook the chicken for 10 minutes. Let pressure release naturally.
Step 4: Enjoy Mom's Chicken Curry
[Optional] Turn ON sauté (more), and simmer the curry for 2-3 minutes or until desired consistency.
Sprinkle some garam masala, lemon juice, and a handful of fresh cilantro. Serve with some Basmati Rice, roti, or naan. Enjoy!
Video
Notes
Please refer to the post for the following:
Tips For Delicious Mom's Chicken Curry
Can I Freeze The Chicken Curry
Frequently Asked Questions
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Homestyle Chicken Curry - Recipe Video
Amount per Serving
Calories
150
% Daily Value*
Fat
12
g
18
%
Saturated Fat
4
g
25
%
Trans Fat
0.03
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
6
g
Cholesterol
14
mg
5
%
Sodium
102
mg
4
%
Potassium
176
mg
5
%
Carbohydrates
9
g
3
%
Fiber
3
g
13
%
Sugar
4
g
4
%
Protein
2
g
4
%
Vitamin A
314
IU
6
%
Vitamin C
8
mg
10
%
Calcium
66
mg
7
%
Iron
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Disclaimer
Nutrition values are my best estimates. If you rely on them for your diet, use your preferred nutrition calculator.