Instant Pot Whole Chicken
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Additional Time
20 mins
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Total Time
1 hr 20 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
480 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Instant Pot Whole Chicken
Description
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Whole Chicken features a whole 5-pound chicken cooked in an Instant Pot using melted butter seasoned with sea salt, black pepper, and onion powder. Garlic and half a lemon are placed inside the chicken cavity, infusing it during cooking. The chicken cooks in chicken broth to keep the meat moist and tender. Once pressure cooking is complete, the chicken is broiled briefly to develop a slight crust on the skin.
The cooking method balances moist cooking with finishing techniques for flavor and texture. The simple seasoning blend allows the natural chicken flavor to stand out. Gravy made from the Instant Pot’s drippings thickened with butter and gluten-free flour adds richness and depth. The recipe caters to those wanting a hearty roast with less active cooking time.
This chicken is suitable to serve as a main course accompanied by the pan gravy, which enhances the overall meal. The broil step is optional but recommended to add a roasted crispness to the skin. Using the broth in the pot during cooking keeps the chicken juicy without drying the meat out.
Seasoning generously is advised for well-flavored meat. The recipe provides timing for various chicken sizes, and leftovers keep well refrigerated up to 4 days. The gravy should be whisked quickly to avoid lumps, ensuring a smooth sauce.
Ingredients
Whole Chicken
- 5 pound chicken see note
- 3 tbsp butter melted
- 1 tsp salt sea salt
- 1 tsp black pepper ground
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tbsp garlic minced
- ½ lemon
- 1 ½ cups chicken broth
- rosemary to garnish, optional, fresh
Gravy
- 1 cup pan drippings leftover in Instant Pot
- 1 tbsp butter
- 3 tbsp gluten free flour or all purpose flour
Instructions
- First, remove giblets from inside chicken. Discard or set aside. Pat chicken dry all over using paper towels.
- Use the back of a spoon or fingers to very gently loosen chicken skin from chicken breasts.
- Combine melted butter, sea salt, pepper and onion powder in a bowl. Stir to combine.
- Pour chicken broth into Instant Pot.
- Add chicken into Instant Pot. Keep the chicken breast side up.
- Place ½ lemon and minced garlic into the cavity of the chicken. Tie legs together with kitchen twine.
- Then, pour the melted butter and seasonings mixture all over chicken and inside the cavity.
- Secure lid on Instant Pot. Pressure cook on high for 30 minutes (or 6 minutes per 1 pound of chicken).
- Once timer goes off, allow the pressure to naturally release for 10 minutes. Then manually release any remaining pressure.
- Carefully remove chicken from Instant Pot. Leave juices in the Instant Pot. Place on a baking pan lined with tin foil. Broil on high in oven for 5 to 6 minutes to get the skin crispy. Watch closely to prevent burning.
- Meanwhile, turn Instant Pot on sauté mode. Add in remaining 1 tablespoon butter and gluten free flour. Whisk quickly, until a gravy is formed and no clumps of flour remain. Turn off.
- Finally, remove chicken from oven. Slice and serve. Garnish with rosemary and pour gravy on top!
Notes
- Adjust the cooking time to 6 minutes per pound for other sized chickens.
- Season the chicken generously with salt, pepper, and onion powder for best flavor.
- The broiling at the end is optional but adds a crispy skin finish.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days safely.
- Whisk the gravy quickly to prevent lumps from forming when thickening.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 480 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 480kcal | 24% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 35g | 70% |
| Fat | 35g | 54% |
| Saturated Fat | 13g | 65% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6g | 35% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 13g | 65% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 156mg | 52% |
| Sodium | 954mg | 40% |
| Potassium | 418mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 576IU | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 12mg | 13% |
| Calcium | 36mg | 4% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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