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Instant Pot Easy Chicken Recipes

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 310
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 pieces Chicken thighs (or breasts)
  • 1/4 cup Honey
  • 1/4 cup Soy sauce
  • 4 cloves Minced garlic
  • 2 tablespoons Vinegar
  • 1/2 cup Chicken broth (or water)
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • optional Brown sugar
  • optional Smoked paprika
  • optional Onion powder
  • optional Lemon juice
  • optional Vegetables (broccoli, carrots)

Equipment

  • Instant Pot
  • Bowl for mixing
  • Measuring spoons
  • Tongs or spatula
  • Optional vegetables for serving

Method
 

  1. Season the chicken thighs with salt, pepper, and spices.
  2. Sear the chicken in the Instant Pot using the sauté function for added flavor.
  3. Combine honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and vinegar in a bowl.
  4. Pour the mixture over the seared chicken in the pot.
  5. Seal the lid of the Instant Pot and set it to high pressure for 8 minutes.
  6. Once done, perform a quick release of pressure.
  7. Optional: Broil the chicken for 2-3 minutes to caramelize the sauce.
  8. Serve with your choice of sides.

Nutrition

Calories: 310kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 550mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Feel free to adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of honey. You can substitute chicken breasts if preferred; just be mindful to adjust cooking times. Add frozen vegetables to the pot for an easy one-pot meal. For a health boost, swap honey for a sugar-free alternative or reduce the amount used. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stove or microwave.
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