This Healthy Instant Pot Chicken Breasts recipe is a quick and easy option for a delicious and nutritious meal. With the convenience of the Instant Pot, you can have tender and juicy chicken breasts ready in no time. The recipe is packed with flavor and can be customized with your favorite seasonings. Serve it with a side of vegetables or rice for a complete meal.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
- Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, paprika, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.
- Turn on the Instant Pot and select the sauté function. Heat the olive oil in the pot.
- Once the oil is hot, add the chicken breasts and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until browned.
- Pour the chicken broth into the pot and deglaze it, scraping the bottom with a wooden spoon to release any browned bits.
- Close the Instant Pot lid and set the pressure release valve to sealing. Select the manual or pressure cook function and set the timer for 8 minutes.
- After the cooking time is up, allow the pressure to naturally release for 5 minutes, then do a quick release to release any remaining pressure.
- Remove the chicken breasts from the Instant Pot and let them rest for a few minutes before slicing or serving.
