It's so convenient to have already-cooked chicken in the fridge. You can use it for salads, sandwiches, last-minute pasta dishes...or any time you are trying to round out a meal with a some protein, really! Show
And the easiest way method for cooking your chicken? In the Instant Pot, of course! Instant Pot Chicken Is So Easy!Cooking chicken in the pressure cooker or Instant Pot works similarly to poaching. The biggest difference is that you use less liquid and you can press a button and step away while the pot is doing its thing. The chicken cooks in water, seasoned with salt, bay leaves, and garlic for a little bit of extra flavor. You can add any aromatic spices or vegetables to the water, really, depending on how you want to flavor the meat. Ginger and green onion would be nice if you plan to use the chicken on top of an Asian-style salad, for instance.
How Long to Cook Chicken in the Instant PotBoneless chicken breasts and thighs cook in the same amount of time—just 10 minutes at high pressure will do it! Just be sure to arrange the meat in a single, even layer in the pot, as it cooks more evenly that way. It should reach about halfway up the chicken. This timing works for a 1 1/2 to 2 pound batch of boneless chicken. If you’re cooking more meat (3 to 4 pounds), increase the cooking time to 15 minutes to ensure that it is cooked through. For a smaller amount of meat (1 pound or less), decrease the cooking time to 8 minutes. Coco MoranteCook Frozen Chicken in the Instant PotYes, you can cook chicken from frozen! You'll just need to adjust the cooking time and method a little bit. Take a look at this handy guide for more details:
Ways to Use Cooked ChickenThe cooked chicken can be used in any recipe that calls for precooked chicken. Shred, slice, or cube it as needed, then use it however you like! Tuck a few slices of chicken into a sourdough sandwich, or top a salad to make a light lunch. Toss cubed chicken into a soup or pasta dish. Mix shredded chicken with BBQ sauce or hot sauce for sliders or tacos. Coco MoranteBONUS: Chicken Broth!As a bonus, cooking chicken this way yields about two cups of chicken broth! Save it in the fridge or freezer for later, use it as a base for a soup, or cook up an extra flavorful batch of rice or quinoa, subbing the broth for water. More Basic Pressure Cooker Recipes
Watch This Instant Pot Chicken RecipeFor Stovetop Pressure Cookers: Follow the instructions below, but lower the cooking time to 8 minutes at high pressure. If your chicken is frozen, see this post for how to adjust the cooking time.
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Nutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate. In cases where multiple ingredient alternatives are given, the first listed is calculated for nutrition. Garnishes and optional ingredients are not included. How long does it take to cook 1 pound of chicken in an Instant Pot?How Long To Cook Chicken Breast In The Instant Pot?. Can you overcook chicken in an Instant Pot?The Instant Pot utilized pressure cooking, which is an ulrta quick cooking method. This makes it very easy to overcook chicken. Rubbery chicken is overcooked.
How long do you cook in an Instant Pot?Get to know the "real" cooking times.
That time doesn't actually start until pressure builds, which often takes about 10 minutes. You'll also want to add about 10 to 15 minutes for the pressure to release. In the end, a "30-minute" recipe can take about 50 to 60 minutes.
How much liquid is needed for Instant Pot chicken?Add 1 cup of water to the 6-quart Instant Pot. Insert the trivet. Add the chicken to the pot. If frozen, make sure the pieces are broken apart and not in a solid mass.
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