Description
Discover the secret to perfectly juicy chicken breasts in just minutes with your Instant Pot. This recipe makes weeknight dinners effortless and delicious every time.
Ingredients
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2 lbs. boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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1 cup low-sodium chicken broth or water
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2 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp onion powder
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½ tsp smoked paprika
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½ tsp salt
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¼ tsp black pepper
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1 tsp dried Italian herbs or fresh thyme sprigs
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 lemon, sliced (optional)
Instructions
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Pat chicken breasts dry and season with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
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Set Instant Pot to ‘Sauté’ mode and heat oil. Add minced garlic and herbs, cooking until fragrant.
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Sear chicken for 1–2 minutes per side until lightly golden.
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Pour in chicken broth and add lemon slices if using. Scrape bottom to release browned bits.
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Close lid, seal vent, and pressure cook for 8–10 minutes depending on size.
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Allow natural pressure release for 5–10 minutes.
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Remove chicken, let rest 2–3 minutes, slice against the grain, and serve with cooking liquid or sides of choice.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 25mins