How to Make Instant Pot Chicken Breast (from Fresh or Frozen) - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're looking for a quick and foolproof way to cook tender and juicy chicken breasts, then look no further than the Instant Pot. This handy kitchen appliance has revolutionized the way we cook by cutting down on cooking time and preserving the natural flavors of your ingredients. Whether you're using fresh or frozen chicken breasts, the Instant Pot will produce perfectly cooked and delicious results in a fraction of the time it would take using traditional cooking methods.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 (16 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon parsley flakes
  • ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 2

  • Pour chicken broth into a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot). Add chicken breast and season with salt and pepper.
  • Mix together paprika, parsley, thyme, and garlic powder in a small bowl; sprinkle over chicken. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 10 minutes. Allow 10 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 10 minutes. Transfer chicken to a cutting board to cool. Chop or shred for later use.
  • Nutrition

    263 cal.

    • Total Fat: 6g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 132mg
    • Sodium: 773mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 1g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 48g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 30mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 407mg