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Instant Pot Chicken Thighs

Quick and flavorful chicken thighs cooked to perfection in the Instant Pot, ideal for busy weeknights and family dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces chicken thighs Bone-in or boneless.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil For sautéing the chicken.
  • 1 cup chicken broth Low-sodium recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • to taste Salt and pepper Adjust according to preference.
Optional Seasonings
  • Herbs like thyme or rosemary Add for extra flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Set the Instant Pot to ‘Sauté’ mode and add the olive oil.
  2. Season the chicken thighs evenly with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
Cooking
  1. Once the oil is hot, brown the chicken thighs in the pot for about 3-4 minutes on each side until they are golden brown.
  2. Remove the chicken and set it aside on a plate.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth to deglaze the bottom of the pot, scraping up any browned bits with a wooden spoon.
  4. Return the chicken thighs to the pot, then close the lid properly.
  5. Set the Instant Pot to ‘Pressure Cook’ for 10 minutes.
  6. Once cooking is complete, let the pressure release naturally for 5 minutes before switching to quick release.
Serving
  1. Carefully remove the chicken from the pot and it's ready to serve.

Notes

For a complete meal, consider adding vegetables or serving over rice or quinoa. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.