Easy Instant Pot Chicken Recipes

For busy weeknights or whenever you need a comforting meal fast, Instant Pot chicken recipes are your best friend. The Instant Pot locks in flavors and cooks chicken to tender perfection in a fraction of the time it takes on the stove or oven. Whether you’re craving classic shredded chicken, spicy chicken curry, or savory chicken stew, the Instant Pot makes it effortless.

Simple Instant Pot Chicken Breasts

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.

Pour chicken broth into the Instant Pot and place a trivet inside.

Lay the seasoned chicken breasts on the trivet.

Seal the Instant Pot and cook on High Pressure for 8 minutes.

Let the pressure release naturally for 5 minutes, then quick release any remaining pressure.

Remove the chicken, let rest for a few minutes, then slice or shred as desired.

Serve with steamed vegetables, rice, or your favorite side.

Instant Pot Chicken Curry

Ingredients:

• 1 lb chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
• 1 tablespoon curry powder
• 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon oil

Instructions:

Set the Instant Pot to Sauté mode. Heat oil and sauté onion, garlic, and ginger until fragrant.

Add chicken pieces and brown lightly.

Stir in curry powder, coconut milk, salt, and pepper.

Seal the lid and cook on High Pressure for 10 minutes.

Allow natural pressure release for 10 minutes, then quick release the rest.

Stir and adjust seasoning before serving with rice or naan.

Tips for Perfect Instant Pot Chicken

• Avoid overcooking: Use the recommended times and natural pressure release for tender results.
• Customize your seasoning: Instant Pot chicken is a blank canvas—add herbs, spices, or sauces to suit your taste.
• Use the trivet or steamer basket to prevent chicken from sitting directly in liquid for firmer texture.