How to Make Instant Pot® Shoyu Chicken - A Step-by-Step Guide

Shoyu chicken is a classic Hawaiian dish that is known for its flavorful and tender chicken cooked in a savory soy sauce-based broth. Traditionally, this dish is simmered on the stove or in a slow cooker for hours to achieve the perfect balance of flavors. However, with the invention of the Instant Pot®, you can now enjoy this delicious meal in a fraction of the time.

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Ingredients

  • ½ pineapple, peeled and sliced, or as needed
  • 1 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 piece fresh ginger root, minced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into pieces

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • In a high-powered blender (such as Vitamix®), blend pineapple slices to create 1/2 cup pureed pineapple.
  • Combine 1/2 cup pureed pineapple, soy sauce, brown sugar, ginger, and garlic in a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®). Place chicken breast on top. Turn on Saute function and cook for about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally. Cancel saute function. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 10 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.
  • Nutrition

    288 cal.

    • Total Fat: 5g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 92mg
    • Sodium: 1499mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 24g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 16g
    • Protein: 37g
    • Vitamin C: 55mg
    • Calcium: 44mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 491mg