Instant Pot Chicken Breast Recipe (Pressure Cooker)

Looking for an instant pot chicken breast recipe? This moist, tender and delicious chicken breast recipe in a pressure cooker is easy to make and will be ready in about 10 minutes.

This easy recipe is perfect for lunch or dinner. You can make this healthy chicken breast recipe with fresh or frozen chicken breasts.

The recipe is quite versatile and can be paired with your favorite dish, or you can decide to serve it as is, incorporating it into your favorite sides.

You just can’t go wrong with this simple recipe for chicken breast in an instant pot.

Ingredients Required for Preparing Instant Pot Chicken Breast

This section has to do with how to choose the best ingredients for the chicken breast in a pressure cooker.

So below are the ingredients you will need for this simple recipe:

Chicken Breast

You can make use of the boneless, skinless chicken breasts. Either fresh or frozen will go well with this recipe.

However, the cooking time will differ. Boneless, skinless chicken thighs will also work great with this recipe.

Sea Salt & Black Pepper

For this chicken breast recipe in an instant pot, only ½ teaspoon of salt will be enough, thanks to the fact that salt has already been added to the chicken broth. However, you will need more salt if your broth is low in sodium.

Chicken Broth

A minimum of 1 cup of water or liquid is required by the pressure cooker for adequate pressure to build.

Additionally, your chicken is made moist and lush by the chicken broth. It also adds flavor. You can use any other type of broth you have ready for this best recipe, and that includes bone broth.

Italian Seasoning

You can get the seasoning in the store, but I prefer to make mine. This is not necessary, but I strongly suggest it if you intend to make the most delicious instant pot chicken breast.

However, if you feel that the Italian seasoning will not work well with your recipe, I advise you to skip it.

Cooking Instant Pot Chicken Breast

Learn how to make chicken breast in a pressure cooker in just 10 minutes. Fresh or frozen works great for me. This Instant Pot chicken breast recipe is fast and simple.

• Prep Time: 2 minutes
• Cook Time: 8 minutes
• Resting Time: 5 minutes
• Total Time: 15 minutes
• Servings: 20
• Cuisine: American
• Course: Main Course

Ingredients

• 4 Ibs Of chicken breast
• ½ teaspoon of black pepper
• ½ teaspoon of sea salt
• 1 tablespoon of Italian seasoning
• 1 cup of chicken broth, reduced sodium (alternatively, use homemade)

Laid-Out Instructions

• First, you are to place the chicken into the pressure cooker. Then, proceed by seasoning the chicken with Italian seasoning, black pepper, and sea salt.
• You can also include any other spices of your choice. After that, you are to pour the chicken broth around the chicken on both sides.
• With that being done, proceed to close the lid and select the “poultry” or “manual” setting. So, for fresh chicken breast, set the timer for 8 minutes, whereas, for frozen chicken breast, the timer should be set for 13 minutes.
• Note that these times are for normal 8-ounce chicken breasts, so you will need to add a few minutes if your chicken breast is larger.
• You are to allow the pressure to release naturally when the cooking is done. This should go on for at least five minutes.
• When that is done, you are to turn the valve to “Vent.” This is for quick release, which is required when you are in a hurry.
• And, if otherwise, you are to continue the natural release, as this will guarantee the softest and juicy texture.
• Now, unplug the instant pot and then shred the chicken using two forks. I suggest you do this in the pressure cooker because, in the process, you mix it with the juices.
• With that being done, you can now drain, that’s if you are serving immediately, or you can just proceed to store with the broth as this help retain the moisture.

Tips for Chicken Breast in an Instant Pot

Don’t Overcook

I can tell you nobody goes for overcooked chicken breast, but this is something rather difficult to do in the Instant Pot due to the fact that the steam creates such a moist environment for the chicken to cook in.

Don’t Undercook

The rule is: don’t overcook, and definitely don’t undercook. So, you have to be balanced about this.

Make sure you check the internal temperature of the chicken; this is to ensure that it is around 165 degrees Fahrenheit.

The Exact Cook Time

As mentioned earlier, the cooking time of this chicken breast differs as it is determined by various things.

Some of which include shape and size. The model of the Instant Pot you will be using also affects the cooking time.

Some Instant Pots run cooler, while others are hotter. These are important factors you need to consider.

However, I find that a cooking time that ranges from 8 to 10 minutes is always perfect for moist chicken breasts, and the internal temperature should be around 180 degrees Fahrenheit.

Storage Tips for Pressure Cooker Chicken Breast Recipe

• You can store the cooked chicken breast in an airtight container, then place it in the fridge. This will allow it to last for up to 3 days.
• However, in order to help keep the chicken juicy, I strongly suggest that you add at least ½ cup of gravy to the container.
• This will undoubtedly help because leftover chicken dries out quickly. And, when you are ready to reheat, you can do that in the gravy on the stove.
• Reheat until it is heated all over. Before reheating, I prefer to cut the chicken first, you can also do the same.
• This way, your chicken breast gets to heat up faster and remains moist due to the fact that it has so much surface contact with the gravy.

Final Thoughts on Instant Pot Chicken Breast Recipe (Pressure Cooker)

In addition to any weeknight dinner, you can shred the chicken using forks or a hand mixer ahead, and then proceed to freeze it in individual bags to be easily used later.

When you are ready to use, you are to defrost it in the refrigerator overnight, or you can just proceed to slice the chicken and refrigerate. This way, you can also add it to your lunches throughout the week.

If you make gravy, you’ll have plenty to go around to go with any side dish. It is best suited for roasted baby potatoes, mashed potatoes, rice, or even pasta.

As said earlier, this easy recipe for chicken breast in a pressure cooker is versatile.

You can also serve this healthy chicken breast with roasted asparagus, air fryer asparagus, air fryer cauliflower, honey-roasted carrots, sautéed green beans, air fryer green beans, and so on.

So, with all that being said, I can now wrap up this guide after giving you the ultimate path to making the best chicken breast recipe in an instant pot.