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Instant Pot Chicken Cacciatore Recipe

This hearty Instant Pot Chicken Cacciatore Recipe is perfect for an easy weeknight dinner. Packed with flavor from tomato based sauce, mushrooms, chicken, and herbs!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
26 mins
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 225 kcal
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 can crushed tomatoes 28 ounce
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 1 medium green pepper chopped
  • 8 ounce sliced mushrooms any variety
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
  • 2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 2 Tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 Tablespoon fresh basil chopped

Instructions

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  1. Add 1 Tbsp olive oil to the instant pot and select "SAUTE." Add the boneless chicken thighs to the pot and cook for about 2 minutes per side.
  2. To deglaze the pot, add the can of crushed tomatoes to the instant pot and using a wooden spoon scrape the bits of chicken from the bottom of the pan.
  3. Add onion, green pepper, mushrooms, salt, pepper, garlic, balsamic vinegar, and Italian seasoning to the instant pot.
  4. Secure the lid and turn the pressure valve to SEALING.
  5. Select "HIGH PRESSURE" and a cook time of 12 minutes.
  6. Allow to naturally release pressure for ten minutes, then do a quick release.
  7. Open the lid of the Instant Pot and stir. 
  8. Add chopped parsley and basil and serve over noodles. ENJOY.

Notes

  • This recipe was made using a 6qt Instant Pot. Prep time does not include time it takes to come to pressure (about 12 minutes).
  • I prefer using boneless skinless chicken thighs, but you can use chicken breasts without changing the cook time. I find the thighs have more flavor and moisture.
  • If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can use the saute feature and make a slurry of cornstarch and water to thicken when the cook time ends. 
  • Slow Cooker: Combine all the ingredients in the bottom of a large slow cooker. Stir and cover. Cook on low heat for 6 hours. Serve with chopped parsley and basil over egg noodles. 
  • See blog post for more recipe tips and tricks.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1scoop Calories 225kcal (11%) Carbohydrates 5g (2%) Protein 29g (58%) Fat 11g (17%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Polyunsaturated Fat 8g Cholesterol 138mg (46%) Sodium 361mg (15%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 2g (4%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 225

% Daily Value*

Serving 1scoop
Calories 225kcal 11%
Carbohydrates 5g 2%
Protein 29g 58%
Fat 11g 17%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8g 47%
Cholesterol 138mg 46%
Sodium 361mg 15%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 2g 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.