4.7 from 42 votes
Instant Pot Chicken Breast Recipe
It's so quick and easy to cook the most delicious chicken breasts in the Instant Pot! So effortless and ready to enjoy in less than 15 minutes, these seasoned chicken breasts are perfectly tender and juicy.
Prep Time
4 mins
Cook Time
4 mins
Total Time
12 mins
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 197 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- 3 pounds chicken breasts
- 1 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Combine seasonings in a bowl, then season both sides of each chicken breast to taste.
- Set the Instant Pot to 'saute' (you can also do this on the stovetop, then brown the chicken breasts on each side for 1-2 minutes. This step is optional but seals in flavor.
- Place trivet inside the Instant Pot.
- Pour chicken broth into the pot (directly over the chicken).
- Seal cooker and set to HIGH pressure for 8 minutes. SEE NOTE
- When it’s done, release the pressure valve and wait for pressure to release, then let the chicken rest another 5 minutes.
- Serve and enjoy!
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Notes
- Storage: Store Instant Pot Chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 days, or freeze for 3 months.
- Store Instant Pot Chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 days, or freeze for 3 months.
- I browned the breasts to give the chicken extra flavor and texture. Browning is optional.
- The chicken was cooked nicely at 8 minutes. However, if you're planning to shred, I prefer a 12 minute cook time to make it more tender and more shreddable.
- If using frozen chicken breasts, ensure that they are fully defrosted before seasoning and cooking.
- Mix up your seasonings! I used a simple seasoning blend, but you can use your favorite herbs and spices.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving. This allows the juices to redistribute.
Nutrition Information
Calories
197kcal
(10%)
Carbohydrates
1g
(0%)
Protein
36g
(72%)
Fat
4g
(6%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Cholesterol
109mg
(36%)
Sodium
450mg
(19%)
Potassium
653mg
(19%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
51IU
(1%)
Vitamin C
4mg
(4%)
Calcium
14mg
(1%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 197
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 197kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 36g | 72% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 109mg | 36% |
| Sodium | 450mg | 19% |
| Potassium | 653mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 51IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 14mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.