Amy Carlson
@carlifeamy
Instant Pot Healthy Chicken Breasts
This Healthy Instant Pot Chicken Breasts recipe is a quick and easy way to prepare tender and juicy chicken. Perfect for meal prep or a weeknight dinner, this dish is packed with flavor and can be served with your favorite sides.
Details
- Difficulty:easy
- Estimated Cost:N/A
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Recipe Information
- Prep time10 min.
- Cook time25 min.
- Total time35 min.
- Servings2
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon
- 2
- to taste
- 1 cup
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Instant Pot Healthy Chicken Breasts.
Step 1
Start by setting your Instant Pot to the 'Sauté' function and drizzle in some olive oil.
Step 2
Let the oil heat up until it shimmers, creating a perfect base for your chicken.
Step 3
Gently place the chicken breasts in the pot, allowing them to sear for about 5 to 10 minutes.
Step 4
Turn them occasionally to achieve a beautiful golden-brown color on both sides.
Step 5
Once they’re nicely browned, sprinkle a pinch of salt over the chicken to enhance the flavor.
Step 6
Next, pour in some water, and with a wooden spoon, scrape up any delicious browned bits stuck to the bottom of the pot—these add incredible depth to your dish.
Step 7
Let this mixture simmer for a minute to combine the flavors.
Step 8
Now, it’s time to cancel the 'Sauté' function and secure the lid on your Instant Pot.
Step 9
Select 'High Pressure' and set the timer for 10 minutes, following your manufacturer’s instructions.
Step 10
Keep in mind that it will take about 10 to 15 minutes for the pressure to build up, so be patient—good things come to those who wait! Once the timer goes off, carefully release the pressure using the quick-release method as directed by your Instant Pot’s instructions.
Step 11
This should take around 5 minutes.
Step 12
Finally, unlock and remove the lid, and get ready to enjoy your perfectly cooked chicken!.