Instant Pot Chicken Thighs
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.
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
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Gather and measure the ingredients.
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Set the instant pot to saute setting. Add the olive oil, butter and cook until melted.
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Place the chicken with skin side down in the instant pot and cook for three minutes.
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Add the onion, garlic, Italian seasoning, lemon juice, rosemary sprigs, salt, and pepper. Stir to incorporate.
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Close the lid and valve of the instant pot and set on high pressure for 8 minutes.
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Release steam on the instant pot. Open the valve, lid and stir in the heavy cream.
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Add more salt and pepper to your tastes.
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Serve immediately with your favorite sides.
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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.