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

Are you looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal that's bursting with flavor? Look no further than Instant Pot® Teriyaki Chicken Thighs. This recipe takes the classic teriyaki chicken and transforms it into a hands-off, delicious dish that's perfect for any occasion. With the help of the Instant Pot®, you can have a flavorful and juicy chicken dinner on the table in no time.

Teriyaki chicken is a popular Japanese dish that features tender chicken thighs marinated in a sweet and sav...

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 skinless, boneless chicken thighs
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup soy sauce
  • ¼ cup honey
  • ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1 (1/2 inch) piece fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons cold water
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 55 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Pour in olive oil and warm until hot. Add chicken thighs and brown on both sides, 3 to 5 minutes per side.
  • Meanwhile, combine brown sugar, soy sauce, honey, apple cider vinegar, ginger, and garlic in a bowl for the marinade. Pour marinade over chicken thighs in the pot and bring to a simmer; cook for 2 minutes and scrape browned bits off bottom of pot. Turn off Saute mode. 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 using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, 10 to 40 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.
  • Stir cold water and cornstarch together in a small bowl. Remove chicken thighs from Instant Pot® and transfer to a plate.
  • Select Saute function. Pour cornstarch mixture into the remaining sauce in the pot. Cook until sauce has thickened, 2 to 3 minutes. Turn off Saute mode. Pour some of the sauce over teriyaki thighs and serve.
  • Nutrition

    384 cal.

    • Total Fat: 15g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 72mg
    • Sodium: 1876mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 40g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 36g
    • Protein: 22g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 36mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 296mg