Instant Pot Chicken
Savor tender, juicy Instant Pot Chicken in under 30 minutes! This easy recipe guarantees a satisfying meal perfect for busy weeknights without compromising on flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
- 1 cup Low-Sodium Chicken Broth
- Fresh Herbs (Thyme and Rosemary)
- 3 Garlic Cloves (minced)
- 1 Onion (chopped)
- 1 tsp Paprika (smoked or sweet)
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep ingredients by chopping onions, mincing garlic, and measuring spices.
- Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode; heat oil and add chopped onion until golden brown.
- Mix in minced garlic and sauté for an additional 30 seconds.
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and paprika before adding them to the pot.
- Pour chicken broth around the chicken to maintain seasoning integrity.
- Seal the lid and cook on high pressure for 10 minutes; allow natural pressure release for 10 minutes, then manually release any remaining pressure.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider incorporating bell peppers or carrots into the mix.
- A splash of lime juice can brighten the dish beautifully.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 110mg