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    Instant Pot Chicken Thighs

    Published: Dated: January 12, 2021 Modified: Last Modified: January 12, 2021 Christine Galvani Leave a Comment This post may contain affiliate links ·

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    Instant Pot chicken is simple but scrumptious with tender, juicy chicken thighs and a swoon-worthy sauce!

    This Instant Pot lemon chicken is a quick and easy 30-minute meal which makes it the perfect weeknight meal!

    This gluten-free recipe is perfect with mashed potatoes, vegetables, rice, or pasta.  

     

    chicken and mashed potatoes on a plate.

    There are some days that are just so busy there’s no time for elaborate meals.  That’s why I love this pressure cooker chicken recipe.

    • This recipe is easy to double or triple so feel free to adapt it to your family size.
    • The chicken is soft and juicy with a herby and zesty flavor that’s amazing.
    • It’s a great dish for the winter months while also being a great all-year long type of recipe.
    • You can serve with mashed potatoes, rice or pasta!  This goes well with any side dish you like.

    Ingredients:

    • Olive Oil
    • Butter
    • Chicken Thighs
    • Onion
    • Garlic
    • Italian Seasoning
    • Chicken Stock
    • Rosemary
    • Lemon Juice
    • Heavy Cream
    • Salt
    • Pepper

    How to make Instant Pot Chicken Thighs:

    1. Gather and measure the ingredients.
    2. Set the Instant Pot to the saute setting.
    3. Add the olive oil and butter. Heat to melt.
    4. Place the chicken skin side down into the Instant Pot and cook for 3 minutes.
    5. Add the onion, garlic, Italian seasoning, chicken stock, lemon juice, rosemary sprigs, salt, and pepper.  Stir to incorporate.
    6. Close the lid and valve of the Instant Pot  – set on high pressure for 8 minutes.
    7. Naturally release stem and open the valve and lid.
    8. Stir in the heavy cream.
    9. Serve immediately with your favorite sides.
    10. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
    11. Serves two.

     

    step by step directions in the instant pot.

    Recipe Tips:

    • Start with defrosted chicken
    • For dairy-free, you could try dairy-free milk instead of the heavy cream.

     

    Chicken Recipes:

    • Chicken Piccata Recipe
    • Baked Chicken Breasts
    • Chicken Cobb Salad
    • Whole30 Chicken Salad

     

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    Instant Pot Chicken Thighs
    Prep Time
    5 mins
    Cook Time
    11 mins
     

    Instant Pot chicken is simple but scrumptious with tender, juicy chicken thighs and a swoon-worthy sauce! This Instant Pot lemon chicken is a quick and easy 30-minute meal which makes it the perfect weeknight meal! It's perfect with mashed potatoes, vegetables or pasta.

    Course: Dinner, Entree, gluten-free, lunch, Main Course
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 2
    Calories: 383 kcal
    Author: Christine Galvani
    Ingredients
    • 1 tbsp olive oil
    • 1 tbsp butter (substitute olive oil for dairy-free).
    • 2 chicken thighs with skin
    • 1/3 onion, chopped
    • 1 garlic clove, minced
    • 2 teaspoons italian seasoning
    • 1/3 cup chicken stock
    • 2 rosemary sprigs
    • 2 tbsp lemon juice (juice from one lemon)
    • 1/4 cup heavy cream (substitute dairy-free milk for dairy-free).
    • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt (add more to taste)
    • 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper (add more to taste)
    Instructions
    1. Gather and measure the ingredients.

    2. Set the instant pot to saute setting. Add the olive oil, butter and cook until melted.

    3. Place the chicken with skin side down in the instant pot and cook for three minutes.

    4. Add the onion, garlic, Italian seasoning, lemon juice, rosemary sprigs, salt, and pepper. Stir to incorporate.

    5. Close the lid and valve of the instant pot and set on high pressure for 8 minutes.

    6. Release steam on the instant pot. Open the valve, lid and stir in the heavy cream.

    7. Add more salt and pepper to your tastes.

    8. Serve immediately with your favorite sides.

    9. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

    Recipe Notes

    Recipe Tips:

    • Start with defrosted chicken
    • For dairy-free, you could try dairy-free milk instead of the heavy cream.
    Nutrition Facts
    Instant Pot Chicken Thighs
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 383 Calories from Fat 261
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 29g45%
    Saturated Fat 13g65%
    Cholesterol 164mg55%
    Sodium 512mg21%
    Potassium 393mg11%
    Carbohydrates 7g2%
    Fiber 1g4%
    Sugar 2g2%
    Protein 24g48%
    Vitamin A 703IU14%
    Vitamin C 8mg10%
    Calcium 61mg6%
    Iron 2mg11%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

     

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