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Instant Pot Mongolian Chicken Recipe

Instant Pot Mongolian Chicken is a sweet and tangy dinner recipe that's perfect for weeknights. You'll love this versatile recipe that works great on the stove top too!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 416 kcal
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian

Ingredients

  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs, cubed in 1-inch pieces
  • ¾ cup chicken broth
  • ¾ cup light brown sugar
  • 3 cloves garlic pressed
  • 1 ½ Tablespoons fresh ginger minced
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • ¾ cup soy sauce
  • ¾ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 2 Tablespoons water
  • 2 Tablespoons cornstarch
  • 3 green onions chopped
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds

Instructions

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  1. Select "SAUTE" on pressure cooker and add olive oil to pot. Toss in cubed chicken and cook for about 3-5 minutes, stirring until lightly browned on outside of chicken.
  2. Deglaze the pot by adding in chicken broth. Use a wooden spoon to scrape up the bits stuck to the bottom of the pan.
  3. Add brown sugar, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes to the pressure cooker. Stir, then secure the lid.
  4. Select "High Pressure" for a cook time of 6 minutes.
  5. When cook time ends, allow a natural release for 10 minutes. Release pressure and open the lid.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together cold water with cornstarch. Pour into the instant pot.
  7. Select "SAUTE" again and allow mixture to cook until thickened. This step may take several minutes, stirring continuously.
  8. Turn off instant pot and serve over rice with green onions and sesame seeds. ENJOY.

Notes

  • This chicken recipe is great served with rice or cauliflower rice.
  • You can also add in some of your favorite vegetables:
  • mushrooms
  • water chestnuts
  • broccoli and zucchini
  • green bell peppers

Nutrition Information

Calories 416kcal (21%) Carbohydrates 29g (10%) Protein 40g (80%) Fat 17g (26%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Polyunsaturated Fat 12g Cholesterol 185mg (62%) Sodium 2143mg (89%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 23g (46%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 416

% Daily Value*

Calories 416kcal 21%
Carbohydrates 29g 10%
Protein 40g 80%
Fat 17g 26%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Polyunsaturated Fat 12g 71%
Cholesterol 185mg 62%
Sodium 2143mg 89%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 23g 46%

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