Instant Pot Lemon Garlic Chicken
User Reviews
4.6
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
6 people
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Calories
236 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
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Cuisine
American
Instant Pot Lemon Garlic Chicken
Description
The recipe begins by seasoning bone-in or boneless chicken thighs with salt, pepper, and garlic powder, then searing them in olive oil using the Instant Pot's sauté function until golden. This step enhances flavor and locks in moisture. Butter is melted subsequently to cook chopped onions and garlic, while lemon juice deglazes the pot, adding acidity. Italian seasoning, lemon zest, and chicken broth complement the aromatics, forming a flavorful cooking liquid.
Returning the chicken to the Instant Pot, it is pressure cooked for seven minutes, then naturally releases steam briefly to keep the meat tender. The result is juicy chicken with a balanced garlic, lemon, and herb profile, suitable as a main dish served alongside simple sides or garnished with fresh parsley and lemon slices for freshness.
Adjust liquid quantity if needed depending on the Instant Pot model to avoid burn warnings. The recipe's combination of acidity and aromatics highlights the chicken's taste while maintaining moist texture.
Ingredients
- 6-8 chicken thighs sea salt and pepper, to taste divided, boneless, skinless or with skin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 tablespoon butter divided
- 1/2 small onion chopped
- 4 garlic garlic cloves sliced or minced
- 1 1/2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
- lemon juice and zest of one
- 1/3 cup chicken broth homemade or low sodium
- parsley chopped parsley and lemon slices for garnish, if desired
- lemon chopped parsley and lemon slices for garnish, if desired
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt, pepper and garlic powder.
- Press the Sauté function (Normal settinon the Instant Pot (I used a 6 Quart DUO) and add the olive oil to the pot.
- Place chicken in the Instant Pot and allow to sear on each side for 2 minutes, or until golden brown. This helps to seal in the juices and keep it tender. (You may have to work in batches depending on the size and amount of chicken you are using). Once browned, remove from Instant Pot and set aside.
- Melt butter in Instant Pot and stir in the onions and garlic. Add lemon juice to deglaze pan. Cook for 1 minute then add Italian seasoning, lemon zest, and chicken broth.
- Place the chicken back into the Instant Pot, lock the lid, and turn the valve to SEAL.
- Select the Manual (older modelor Pressure Cook (newer modelbutton and adjust the timer to 7 minutes.
- It will take about 5-10 minutes to come to pressure and start counting down.
- When done, allow to naturally release for 2-3 minutes then using a long spoon push the valve to RELEASE, then remove your Instant Pot lid.
- (**If you want to thicken the sauce - make a cornstarch slurry using 1 teaspoon of cornstarch whisked with 2 teaspoons cold water and stir in the Instant Pot. Press SAUTE and allow to bubble and thicken up. )
- Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve hot with your favorite sides. Spoon sauce over chicken and garnish with lemon slices, if desired.
Notes
- Use 1/3 cup chicken broth combined with lemon juice for cooking liquid in a 6-quart Instant Pot DUO without burn errors.
- If burn warnings occur, increase liquid slightly to ensure proper pressure cooking.
- Bone-in or boneless thighs can be used according to preference.
- Searing chicken before pressure cooking enhances flavor and juiciness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 236 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 236kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 22g | 44% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 122mg | 41% |
| Sodium | 157mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 319mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 223IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 36mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.6
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