Instant Pot Frozen Chicken Breast
User Reviews
5
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
2 - 6
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Calories
175 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
International
Instant Pot Frozen Chicken Breast
Description
Frozen chicken breasts are cooked sous pressure with dried herbs and bay leaves in the Instant Pot, submerged in salted water. The salt and spices infuse flavor during cooking without overpowering the meat. Pressure cooking for about 3 minutes followed by a natural release ensures thorough cooking while maintaining juiciness.
The recipe advises checking the internal temperature of the chicken after cooking, aiming for 165°F (74°C) to ensure safety. Resting the meat allows the temperature to rise slightly and juices to redistribute. If the chicken isn’t fully cooked, additional heating in the Instant Pot is recommended.
The resulting chicken breasts can be served as is or dressed with sauces or seasonings after cooking. This method offers a reliable way to prepare safe, tender chicken breasts straight from frozen, suitable for a variety of meals.
Feedback from users is encouraged through comments to improve the recipe experience.
Ingredients
- 2 (600g) chicken breast boneless skinless
- 4 cups (1L) water cold
- 1 teaspoon (0.8g) oregano dried
- 1 teaspoon (0.9g) rosemary dried
- 1 teaspoon (1g) thyme dried
- 2 (0.5g) bay leaf
- 5 teaspoons (35g) salt fine sea salt
Instructions
- Add Spice & Salt: Add 5 tsp (35g) fine sea salt, 2 bay leaves, 1 tsp (1g) dried thyme, 1 tsp (0.9g) dried rosemary, and 1 tsp (0.8g) dried oregano to Instant Pot. Pour in 4 cups (1L) cold water.*Note: Don't worry! This amount of salt will not make the chicken breasts too salty. *Pro Tip: You can skip the salt & spice if you are planning to dress up the chicken breasts after pressure cooking.
- Pressure Cook Frozen Chicken Breasts: Add 2 boneless, skinless frozen chicken breasts in Instant Pot. Pressure Cook at High Pressure for 3 minutes, then 18 - 20 minutes Natural Release.
- Check Chicken Breasts' Internal Temperature: Place chicken breasts on a chopping board, then check their internal temperature at its' thickest part with an accurate food thermometer. Give it a few minutes rest as the temperature rises to 165°F. *Note: The USDA recommends 165°F (74°C) as the safe internal temperature for cooked chicken. *Pro Tip: If the temperature is off by more than 10°F, quickly place the chicken breasts back in Instant Pot. Close the lid, then let the residual heat in Instant Pot cook the chicken breasts for 1 - 2 more minutes.
- Serve Chicken Breast: Once the chicken breasts have reached 165°F (74°C), slice and serve immediately. You can serve this chicken breasts as is or with your own seasonings & dressings in a salad, tacos, sandwiches, enchiladas, wraps...Enjoy!~
Notes
- Use an accurate food thermometer to confirm chicken has reached a safe 165°F internal temperature.
- Rest cooked chicken for a few minutes to allow juices to redistribute and temperature to rise.
- If undercooked, quickly pressure cook again with extra water to finish cooking.
- Season or dress the chicken after cooking as desired, since herbs and salt infuse during the process.
- Leave comments to rate or share your experience with the recipe.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2- 6
Amount Per Serving
Calories 175 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 175kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 31g | 62% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 96mg | 32% |
| Sodium | 198mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 555mg | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 45IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1.8mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 47mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1.5mg | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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