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InstaPot Chicken Breast

Juicy and tender chicken breasts cooked effortlessly in the Instant Pot, perfect for meal prep and versatile for any dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 4 pieces chicken breasts, fresh or frozen Ensure they are not stuck together for even cooking
Seasoning
  • 1 tsp salt Adjust according to taste
  • 1 tsp black pepper Adjust according to taste
  • 1 tsp garlic powder Optional, use for extra flavor
Liquid
  • 1 cup chicken broth or water Use broth for richer flavor

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Place the chicken breasts in the Instant Pot.
  2. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  3. Add 1 cup of chicken broth or water.
Cooking
  1. Seal the Instant Pot lid and set to high pressure for 7-8 minutes if using fresh chicken or 10-12 minutes for frozen chicken.
  2. Once cooked, perform a quick release on the pressure.
Serving
  1. Let the chicken rest for a couple of minutes before slicing to retain juices.

Notes

Don't skip the liquid as it's essential for cooking; consider using different seasonings like Cajun or lemon pepper. Leftover chicken can be used in salads, tacos, or pasta dishes.