20+ Instant Pot Chicken Recipes
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Instant Pot freezer meals. This is what we do! Not only have we published an entire cookbook of Instant Pot recipes, but we have tested and re-tested hundreds of these recipes over the years. We have narrowed down the “best of the best” Instant Pot chicken recipes, so you don’t waste your time on any mediocre recipes out there. Because, trust us, there are a lot.
How Long Do I Cook Chicken in the Instant Pot?
How long you cook chicken in the Instant Pot is a highly debated topic on the internet. It’s important for you to know that it’s very easy to overcook chicken in the Instant Pot and most recipes do! It usually only takes 6-7 minutes, depending on the type of cut.
Grab Our Free Instant Pot Cooking Times Chart
While writing our cookbook, From Freezer to Cooker, we honed in on the best timing and methods for cooking different types of meals in the Instant Pot. We’re excited to share this valuable information with you in a 1 page printable cheatsheet!
20+ Instant Pot Chicken Recipes You’ll Love
Here are some of the “best of the best” Instant Pot chicken recipes out there to throw in your pressure cooker. Bonus: We’ll show you how to prep these ahead of time and freeze them, too!
Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup
Featured in People Magazine! This colorful, healthy lemon chicken orzo soup can be made in either the slow cooker or Instant Pot.
Instant Pot BBQ Chicken Sliders
The perfectly seasoned, shredded chicken breasts are served on mini buns and topped with BBQ Sauce to make an easy weeknight meal or a scrumptious meal for groups of people. Be sure to double and freeze the recipe to save your future self time!
Instant Pot Honey Bourbon Chicken
A little sweet and a little spicy, this EASY recipe is BIG on flavor and takes just minutes. It’s a fan favorite and, of course, freezer friendly.
BBQ Instant Pot Chicken Drumsticks
Sticky, sweet, and just a little spicy, these Instant Pot BBQ Chicken Drumsticks are economical, kid-friendly, and tasty. The secret to making these crispy is giving them a few minutes under the broiler at the end.
Instant Pot Chicken and Dumplings
You may never return to making chicken and dumplings on the stove again! Our IP Chicken and Dumplings recipe is a one-pot wonder made with real food ingredients and turns out tender and mouthwatering every time.
Instant Pot Chicken and Cheese Taquitos
Prep this IP chicken recipe according to our freezer meal instructions and then you can have these for dinner any time. Goes from freezer to table in about 25 minutes!
Instant Pot Chicken Parmesan Sliders
With only five ingredients and the magic of the Instant Pot, you’ll have this healthy dinner on the table in about 15-20 minutes from start to finish! Kids (and adults) go for this one.
Teriyaki Chicken Thighs
This fast, healthy chicken teriyaki dinner will thoroughly impress your family and friends. Make it in the crockpot or Instant Pot.
Instant Pot Chicken Noodle Soup
This dump-and-go Instant Pot Chicken Noodle Soup couldn’t be easier. With just a few quick steps, this mouth-watering, healthy soup is perfect for any weeknight. The longest part is waiting for the pot to build pressure.
Instant Pot Whole Chicken
This low-prep, budget-friendly Instant Pot Whole Chicken recipe turns out moist and flavorful every single time. The fresh herbs, garlic, and onion hidden inside the bird bring big flavor as they slowly marry with the chicken juices. The drippings at the end are used to create a delicious gravy to serve on top.
Easy Instant Pot Jambalaya
Our 3-step, dump-and-go Instant Pot Jambalaya recipe is incredibly flavorful and so easy! Serve over brown rice for a healthy, gluten-free, dairy-free dinner.
Instant Pot Mexican Chicken
This budget-friendly, comforting Instant Pot Mexican Chicken is a one-pot wonder just like our Crockpot Mexican Chicken. Serve the creamy, shredded chicken mixture over Brown Rice or Instant Pot Cilantro Lime Rice with your favorite Mexican toppings for a nutritious meal the whole fam will enjoy.
Any of our 7 Best Chicken Marinades
We have a collection of amazing chicken marinades that will all work to cook from fresh or from frozen in the Instant Pot!
Here are the recipes:
- ASIAN SESAME CHICKEN MARINADE
- HONEY DIJON CHICKEN MARINADE
- LEMON GARLIC CHICKEN MARINADE
- BALSAMIC HERB CHICKEN MARINADE
- CILANTRO LIME CHICKEN MARINADE
- THE BEST SAVORY CHICKEN MARINADE
- SOUTHWEST CHICKEN MARINADE
Instant Pot Chicken Nachos
Our freezer friendly Instant Pot Chicken Nachos are a great starter meal for the Instant Pot. We teach you how to make this easy Instant Pot freezer meal from fresh or from frozen. The best part about the recipe is that you can customize it how you want and it is great recipe for large groups.
Instant Pot Chicken Tortellini Soup
A delightful twist on traditional chicken noodle soup that will bring some serious comfort food to your table without much fuss.
Instant Pot Chicken Pot Pie
This healthier, comfort food classic includes a secret ingredient that is nothing short of a “flavor bomb”. Tender veggies and shredded chicken thighs combine in a creamy, complex-tasting filling which is topped with our amazing Whole Wheat Buttermilk Biscuits.
Instant Pot Frozen Drumsticks
The easiest way to make frozen drumsticks in the Instant Pot. This 4-ingredient recipe is a crowd-pleaser with all ages. Detailed instructions on how to cook from fresh or straight from frozen!
Instant Pot White Chicken Chili
This easy Instant Pot White Chicken Chili recipe is a little lighter than others yet packed with fresh, complex flavor. It’s also gluten-free, dairy-free, and freezer-friendly.
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