Description
This Instant Pot Italian Herb Chicken is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish featuring succulent boneless, skinless chicken breasts seasoned with a blend of Italian herbs and spices, cooked quickly under pressure for juicy, tender results perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Seasonings
- 2-3 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (oregano, basil, or thyme)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
For Cooking
- 1 cup chicken stock
Instructions
- Prepare the Instant Pot: Place the trivet insert inside the Instant Pot and pour in 1 cup of chicken stock to create steam for pressure cooking.
- Season the Chicken: In a mixing bowl, evenly coat the chicken breasts with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, brown sugar, kosher salt, and freshly cracked black pepper, ensuring all pieces are well-seasoned.
- Arrange Chicken in Instant Pot: Place the seasoned chicken breasts in a single layer on the trivet inside the Instant Pot, allowing for even cooking.
- Cook the Chicken: Close the Instant Pot lid securely and set the valve to the sealed position. Set to pressure cook on high for 10 minutes if using fresh chicken breasts or 15 minutes for frozen chicken.
- Release Pressure: When cooking is complete, allow the pressure to release naturally or perform a quick release following your Instant Pot instructions.
- Check Doneness: Verify that the chicken has reached an internal temperature of 165°F to ensure it is fully cooked and safe to eat.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add minced garlic or fresh herbs to the seasoning mixture.
- If you prefer dark meat chicken, adjust cooking times accordingly as it may require a bit more time.
- Use the cooking liquid as a base for making a quick pan sauce or gravy.
- Rest the chicken for a few minutes after cooking to retain juices before slicing.
- This recipe is great for meal prepping and can be refrigerated for up to 4 days or frozen for longer storage.
