This Instant Pot Chicken in Milk recipe is the perfect combination of creamy and delicious. The chicken is cooked in a flavorful mixture of milk, herbs, and spices, resulting in tender and juicy meat that falls off the bone. The dish is incredibly easy to make in an Instant Pot, making it a great option for a weeknight dinner. Serve this mouthwatering dish with your favorite sides for a complete meal that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
- 1 whole chicken (about 4 pounds)
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 lemon
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon dried rosemary
- 1 tablespoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Directions
- Rinse the chicken and pat it dry with paper towels. Season it generously with salt and pepper.
- Set your Instant Pot to sauté mode and heat the olive oil. Add the chicken to the pot and sear it on all sides until browned. Remove the chicken from the pot and set it aside.
- Cut the lemon in half and squeeze the juice over the chicken. Place the squeezed lemon halves inside the chicken cavity.
- In a small bowl, mix together the dried rosemary, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Rub this mixture all over the chicken.
- Pour the milk into the Instant Pot and add the garlic cloves. Place the chicken back into the pot, breast-side up.
- Close the Instant Pot lid and set the valve to sealing. Cook on high pressure for 25 minutes.
- Once the cooking time is up, allow for a natural release for 10 minutes before switching the valve to venting to release any remaining pressure.
- Carefully remove the chicken from the Instant Pot and place it on a platter. Let it rest for a few minutes.
- To serve, carve the chicken into serving pieces and spoon some of the milk and garlic mixture from the pot over the top.
- Enjoy your creamy and delicious Instant Pot Chicken in Milk!
