simple chicken instant pot dinner
This quick and comforting chicken Instant Pot dinner features tender chicken breasts in a creamy lemon-garlic sauce. With wholesome ingredients and minimal prep, it’s the perfect weeknight recipe for busy cooks who crave flavor without the fuss.
Equipment
- Instant Pot
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp lemon juice fresh
- 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese grated
- fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Set Instant Pot to Sauté mode. Add olive oil and sear chicken breasts for 2–3 minutes per side until golden.
- Add garlic, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Stir briefly to coat.
- Pour in chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits on the bottom of the pot.
- Secure lid and cook on High Pressure for 8 minutes. Quick release the pressure once done.
- Remove chicken and switch to Sauté mode again. Whisk in lemon juice, Greek yogurt, and Parmesan. Heat gently until smooth and slightly thickened.
- Return chicken to the pot and spoon sauce over. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.
Notes
Use room temperature chicken for even cooking. Greek yogurt adds creaminess without heavy cream. Serve with rice, salad, or veggies for a balanced meal.
Nutrition
Calories: 330kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 38gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 620mgPotassium: 480mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 1.2mg
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