Description

A creamy, garlicky chicken dish made effortlessly in the Instant Pot, perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep. The tender chicken is coated in a rich parmesan sauce for a comforting meal ready in minutes.

Ingredients

Scale

2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs

2 tablespoons olive oil or butter

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup low sodium chicken broth

3/4 cup heavy cream

3/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

1 teaspoon italian seasoning

Salt and pepper to taste

1–2 teaspoons cornstarch mixed with water (optional, for thickening)

Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

1. Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode and add olive oil or butter.

2. Sear seasoned chicken for 2 to 3 minutes per side until lightly golden.

3. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds to 1 minute.

4. Pour in chicken broth and scrape up browned bits from the bottom.

5. Pressure cook on high for 6 to 7 minutes for breasts or 8 minutes for thighs with a natural release of 5 minutes then quick release.

6. Remove chicken and tent with foil to rest.

7. Switch to sauté mode, stir in heavy cream and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes.

8. Whisk in parmesan cheese until smooth.

9. Add cornstarch slurry if desired and simmer until sauce thickens.

10. Return chicken to the pot and heat for 2 to 3 minutes, then garnish with parsley.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: dinner
Method: pressure cooking
Cuisine: american

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
Calories: 450
Sugar: 2
Sodium: 600
Fat: 28
Saturated Fat: 15
Unsaturated Fat: 10
Trans Fat: 0
Carbohydrates: 5
Fiber: 0
Protein: 35
Cholesterol: 120

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