Description
Instant Pot Chicken is the perfect solution for busy weeknights, delivering a flavorful meal in just 30 minutes. This easy recipe transforms boneless skinless chicken breasts into tender, juicy pieces infused with savory spices and your choice of sauce. Imagine the rich aroma filling your kitchen as the Instant Pot works its magic, leaving you with minimal cleanup afterwards. Whether you opt for a tangy barbecue glaze or a creamy mushroom sauce, this dish is highly customizable to suit your family’s preferences. Serve it over fluffy rice or alongside crisp steamed vegetables for a wholesome dinner that will impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup of your favorite sauce (e.g., barbecue or teriyaki)
- 2 teaspoons dried herbs (thyme and oregano)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by dicing garlic and measuring broth and sauce.
- Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode and add oil; sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add chicken breasts to the pot and season with salt and pepper.
- Pour in chicken broth and chosen sauce, ensuring all chicken is coated.
- Close the lid, set the valve to sealing, and cook on high pressure for 10 minutes.
- After cooking, allow natural release for 5 minutes before performing a quick release of remaining pressure.
- Serve hot over rice or with vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 130mg