Instant Pot Honey Garlic Chicken
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
40 mins
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Total Time
55 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
563 kcal
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Course
Main Course
Instant Pot Honey Garlic Chicken
Description
This recipe utilizes an Instant Pot to marinate chicken thighs in crushed garlic, butter, soy sauce, and white vinegar briefly before pressure cooking with a small amount of chicken stock. Jasmine rice cooks simultaneously in a separate stainless steel bowl using the pot-in-pot method, allowing both components to be done together. After cooking, the liquid is boiled down with honey to create a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce, which is thickened with a cornstarch and water mixture for a glossy finish.
The chicken remains juicy from cooking under pressure, absorbing the garlic and soy flavors, while the honey balances the savoriness with sweetness. The sauce clings well to the meat, adding depth and sticking power. The jasmine rice provides a fragrant, slightly sticky side that benefits from cooking in the same pot for easy cleanup.
This dish pairs well as a main with steamed vegetables or salad. Its combination of tender meat and sweet-savory sauce suits a casual dinner or meal prep. The one-pot approach emphasizes efficiency while delivering pleasing homemade flavors.
Notes encourage users to rate the recipe if tried, reflecting community feedback. While not detailed on substitutions or storage, the recipe's straightforward components allow flexibility with chicken cuts or sauces if desired.
Ingredients
- 4 - 8 chicken thigh we used 6 thighs, 1kg or 2 ¼lb, bone-in, skin-on
- 6 (27g) garlic crushed, cloves
- 2 tablespoons (28g) butter unsalted
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) soy sauce regular
- ⅔ cup (167ml) chicken stock unsalted
- 1.5 tablespoon (22.5ml) white vinegar
- ⅓ cup (113g) honey
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Pot in Pot Rice:
- 1 cup (230ml) jasmine rice
- 1 cup (250ml) water cold
Thickener:
- 2.5 tablespoons (22.5g) cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons (45ml) water cold
Garnish:
- parsley finely chopped, flat-leaf
Instructions
- Marinate Chicken Thighs: Place 4 - 8 chicken thighs in Instant Pot in a single layer. Add in 6 (27g) crushed garlic cloves, 2 tbsp (28g) unsalted butter, 1.5 tbsp (22.5ml) white vinegar, and 2 tbsp (30ml) regular soy sauce. Give it a quick mix and marinate for 10 - 15 minutes.
- Pressure Cook Chicken & Rice: Add ⅔ cup (167ml) unsalted chicken stock to the chicken thighs and season with black pepper.In a stainless steel bowl, add in 1 cup (230ml) Jasmine rice and 1 cup (250ml) cold water. Place a stainless steel rack on top of the chicken and layer the stainless steel bowl on top.Close lid, then Pressure Cook High Pressure for 6 minutes, then Natural Release for 10 minutes
- Make Honey Garlic Sauce: Set aside the chicken and rice. Bring the liquid mixture back to a boil using the Saute button. Mix in ⅓ cup (113g) honey to make the yummy Honey Garlic Sauce.
- Thicken & Season: Mix 2.5 tbsp (22.5g) cornstarch and 3 tbsp (45ml) cold water together in a small mixing bowl.Add the cornstarch mixture one third at a time to thicken the honey garlic sauce until desired thickness.Taste and season with more salt (for reference, we added 2 more pinches) and black pepper if necessary.
- Optional Step - Broil in Oven: In an oven tray, generously coat the chicken with Honey Garlic Sauce. Place oven tray under the broiler for 5 - 7 minutes until chicken skins are browned.
- Serve Instant Pot Honey Garlic Chicken: Garnish with finely chopped flat-leaf parsley. Drizzle with more yummy Honey Garlic Sauce, then serve.
Notes
- The recipe supports 4 to 8 chicken thighs, adjusting ingredients accordingly.
- After cooking, use the Instant Pot sauté function to reduce sauce before thickening.
- Serve immediately for best texture, with freshly chopped parsley as garnish.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 563 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 563kcal | 28% |
| Carbohydrates | 31g | 10% |
| Protein | 37g | 74% |
| Fat | 31g | 48% |
| Saturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Cholesterol | 227mg | 76% |
| Sodium | 685mg | 29% |
| Potassium | 539mg | 11% |
| Sugar | 23g | 46% |
| Vitamin A | 345IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 2.1mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 30mg | 3% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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