Delicious Instant Pot BBQ Chicken Thighs Recipe

This Instant Pot BBQ Chicken Thighs recipe is the perfect dish for a quick and easy weeknight dinner. The chicken thighs are pressure cooked to tender perfection and then smothered in tangy and sweet barbecue sauce.

Ingredients

• 4-6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
• 1 cup of your favorite barbecue sauce
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Season chicken thighs with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
2. Turn on the Instant Pot and select the Saute function. Heat olive oil in the pot.
3. Add the chicken thighs, skin-side down, and sear for 4-5 minutes until golden brown.
4. Turn off the Saute function. Add chicken broth and barbecue sauce to the pot.
5. Secure the lid, set the valve to sealing, and cook on high pressure for 10 minutes.
6. Quick release the pressure and carefully remove the chicken thighs from the Instant Pot.
7. Brush the chicken thighs with additional barbecue sauce and broil in the oven for 3-4 minutes to caramelize the sauce.
8. Serve the Instant Pot BBQ Chicken Thighs hot with your favorite sides.

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