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A deliciously authentic tasting paleo chicken tikka masala recipe made easily in your pressure cooker! This amazing tender chicken stewed in aromatic sauce tastes just like restaurant-style chicken tikka masala.

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Instant Pot Paleo Chicken Tikka Masala - an easy approach to the Indian classic that tastes just like restaurant tikka masala! | TheRoastedRoot.com

Preparing Indian food at home has been a hobby of mine for years. The aromatic flavors, the scent of cooking with an array of spices, the process of getting a dish to taste just like the authentic version is a beautiful sensory experience – and a very welcome challenge!

If you’ve been following The Roasted Root for many moons, you may even remember my Crock Pot Chicken Tikka Masala, which broke the internet back in its hay day.

Because it’s been a long time since we have Tikka Masala-ed together, I thought I would re-visit the subject paleo-style in the Instant Pot.

Paleo Instant Pot Chicken Tikka Masala - a goof-proof super easy recipe that tastes just like authentic Indian tikka masala | TheRoastedRoot.com #dairyfree #glutenfree #healthy

The traditional version of Chicken Tikka Masala uses yogurt for marinating the chicken and sometimes calls for heavy cream in the sauce. I replace the dairy using full-fat canned coconut milk and the result is sinfully delicious.

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Ginger peach smoothie bowls with cauliflower, orange juice, and almond milk for a sweet, creamy filling breakfast. This smoothie bowl comes together quickly, is squeaky clean, and paleo. Quick pole: are you more likely to a.) drink a smoothie because it’s easy, lightweight, packable, and convenient, or b.) enjoy a smoothie bowl because it’s pretty, …

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Vietnamese Sticky Chicken is a delightful, adventurous dinner option that takes very little time to prepare. This healthier take on the classic dish is gluten-free, refined sugar-free, and paleo friendly.

Healthy Vietnamese Sticky Chicken - gluten-free, soy-free, refined sugar-free and made with all whole food ingredients. An easy, healthy dinner recipe

 

You guys, this CHICKEN!

If you’ve tried Vietnamese Sticky Chicken (also known as Vietnamese Caramel Chicken), you probably see straight to my soul when I declare, ohhhmyGAWDthisissooooogood! And if, like me, you’re completely new to the idea of sticky or caramel chicken, you may just have to take a climb up into the ol’ trust tree and believe me when I say, ohhhmyGAWDthisissooooogood!

I have to admit, I sometimes get so wrapped up in making the same three meals on repeat for dinner that I often forget to explore outside my norm. This Vietnamese Sticky Chicken is a beautiful change-up to remind you variety can and does exist when it comes to eating healthy.

Healthy Vietnamese Sticky Chicken - gluten-free, soy-free, refined sugar-free and made with all whole food ingredients. An easy, healthy dinner recipe

If you’re like me and you love big, bold flavors and a little ethnic flair, this chicken recipe is for you. It’s easy to prepare any night of the week, and you probably already have most of the ingredients you need.

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Perfectly roasted carrots with a creamy, tangy, flavorful orange-ginger sauce. This easy-to-prepare side dish is going to be a staple in your home! Let’s talk about the latest object of my affection: These Orange-Ginger Roasted Carrots. Back story (it’s short, I promise): I’ve confessed in the past that one of my go-to meal options for …

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Have you ever had a persimmon smoothie?? This warmly-spiced winter smoothie made with persimmons, fresh ginger and coconut milk is the perfect indulgent treat or healthier dessert. First recipe post of 2017, the pressure is ON! Just kidding, I generally take a zenful Eckhart Tolle approach to writing these posts. Everything feels much more relaxing …

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Quick and easy Leftover Turkey Stir Fry with broccoli, bell pepper, onion, ginger, garlic and leftover turkey from Thanksgiving or Christmas. A delightful way to use leftovers! Each year, I’m always bummed to see Christmas go. Like waving goodbye to your favorite uncle who was just visiting and must return home, back to reality.  I …

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