Best Chicken Breast Recipes Instant Pot

Hi, my name is Elena and I am a Chef Master. I am passionate about cooking and always looking for new recipes to try. In this article, I want to share with you some of my favorite chicken breast recipes that can be easily made in an instant pot. These recipes are perfect for busy weeknights when you want to prepare a delicious meal in a short amount of time.

• Prep time: 10 minutes
• Cook time: 20 minutes
• Total time: 30 minutes
• Recipe category: Main dish
• Recipe cuisine: American
• Aggregate rating: 4.5/5

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup chicken broth
• ½ cup BBQ sauce
• 2 tablespoon honey
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
2. In the instant pot, add the olive oil and turn on the sauté function.
3. When the oil is hot, add the chicken breasts and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side or until browned.
4. Remove the chicken breasts and set them aside.
5. Add the chicken broth, BBQ sauce, and honey to the instant pot.
6. Stir well to combine.
7. Add the chicken breasts back to the pot.
8. Close the lid and set the instant pot to the manual or pressure cook function for 10 minutes.
9. Once the cooking time is done, let the pressure release naturally for 5 minutes.
10. Then, use the quick release function to release the remaining pressure.
11. Open the lid and serve the chicken breasts with the sauce.

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FAQ:

• Q: Can I use frozen chicken breasts instead of fresh ones?
• A: Yes, you can use frozen chicken breasts, but you will need to adjust the cooking time to 15-20 minutes.
• Q: Can I use a different type of sauce?
• A: Yes, you can use any type of sauce you like, such as teriyaki or buffalo sauce.
• Q: Can I double the recipe?
• A: Yes, you can double the recipe, but you will need to adjust the cooking time accordingly.
• Q: Can I use bone-in chicken breasts?
• A: Yes, you can use bone-in chicken breasts, but you will need to adjust the cooking time to 12-15 minutes.
• Q: Can I cook vegetables with the chicken?
• A: Yes, you can add vegetables such as potatoes, carrots, or green beans to the pot. Just make sure to adjust the cooking time accordingly.

Tips:

1. You can use any type of BBQ sauce you like, such as sweet, spicy, or smoky.

2. For a thicker sauce, you can mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water and add it to the pot before cooking.

3. To add more flavor, you can add chopped onions or garlic to the pot before cooking.