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Instant Pot Coconut Chicken Curry served in a bowl, garnished with cilantro

Instant Pot Coconut Chicken Curry

A quick and delicious Instant Pot Coconut Chicken Curry perfect for weeknight dinners. Packed with flavor and easy to make!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Asian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • chicken thighs
  • olive oil
  • onion
  • garlic
  • ginger
  • curry powder
  • coconut milk
  • chicken broth
  • red bell pepper
  • lime juice
  • Salt and pepper
  • Fresh cilantro

Instructions
 

Steps

  • Prep all ingredients by chopping onions, slicing the red bell pepper, and mincing the garlic and ginger.
  • Set Instant Pot to sauté mode and add olive oil. Sauté onions, garlic, and ginger for 2–3 minutes until translucent.
  • Add chicken thighs and curry powder to the pot, mixing them well to coat the chicken.
  • Pour in coconut milk and chicken broth. Give it a stir to combine well.
  • Seal the Instant Pot and set it to Pressure Cook on high for 10 minutes. Allow a natural release for 5 minutes, then perform a quick release.
  • After opening, add the red bell pepper and lime juice, season with salt and pepper, and stir well.
  • Serve hot with rice or naan bread, and garnish with cilantro.

Notes

This curry stores well for 3 days in the refrigerator and up to 3 months in the freezer. For best results, reheat slowly over low heat.
Keyword Chicken Dinner, Coconut Curry, Instant Pot