chicken breast instant pot recipes
This Instant Pot Garlic Herb Chicken Breast is a quick and flavorful dish perfect for busy weeknights. With tender, juicy chicken infused with garlic and herbs, it comes together in under 30 minutes. Serve it with rice or veggies for a delicious meal.
Equipment
- 1 Instant Pot
- 1 measuring spoons
- 1 measuring cups
- 1 wooden spoon or spatula
- 1 cutting board
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts About 1.5 pounds.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs Or a mix of oregano, basil, and thyme.
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- as needed fresh parsley, chopped For garnish.
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, paprika, and dried Italian herbs, ensuring an even coating.
- Set the Instant Pot to the 'Sauté' function and add olive oil. Once hot, add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the seasoned chicken breasts to the pot, searing each side for 2-3 minutes until browned.
- Pour in the chicken broth and lemon juice, ensuring the chicken is submerged in the liquid.
- Close the Instant Pot lid, set the valve to the sealing position, and select the 'Pressure Cook' setting to cook on high for 10 minutes.
- Once cooking is complete, allow for a natural pressure release for about 5 minutes, then switch the valve to release remaining pressure.
- Remove the chicken breasts from the pot and let them rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- Serve the chicken with the cooking liquid drizzled on top, and garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
For added depth of flavor, you can marinate the chicken in the herbs and garlic for a few hours before cooking.
This dish pairs well with steamed vegetables or a simple side salad.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.