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Jessica Knott

Instant Pot Crack Chicken22 January 2019 · Updated 22 August 2026

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“My favorite way to serve up this cheesy shredded chicken is on a toasted bun or wrapped in lettuce. The Crack Chicken filling is perfect for a sandwich in much the same way Sloppy Joes are, too.”
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Natasha Kravchuk

Natasha Kravchuk

Instant Pot Chicken and Rice6 December 2019 · Updated 20 March 2026

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“This Instant Pot chicken and rice recipe will transform dinner for you. It’s one of the easiest and tastiest dinners you’ll make, and there’s minimal cleanup because it all comes together in the Instant Pot!”
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Rachel Gurk

Rachel Gurk

Instant Pot Magic: Juicy Chicken Piccata at Home9 October 2017 · Updated 30 October 2025

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“Cooking chicken is still one of my favorite uses for it! And this Instant Pot chicken piccata is one of my go-to recipes.”
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Corey Valley

Corey Valley

Instant Pot Honey Garlic Chicken3 April 2018 · Updated 8 February 2019

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“This Instant Pot Honey Garlic Chicken is a Chinese-style dish bursting with honey-garlic flavor. And because you make it in the Instant Pot, it’s also really quick to make.”
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Neena Panicker

Neena Panicker

The Best Instant Pot Chicken Recipes13 July 2023 · Updated 9 June 2026

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“Easy Instant Pot chicken recipes account for most of what I cook on a regular weeknight. Here I share my favorites: South Indian coconut curries, Thai curries, Jamaican jerk, Middle Eastern shawarma, and a handful of American comfort food classics.”
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Cheryl Malik

Cheryl Malik

Instant Pot Chicken and Rice - Creamy One-Pot Comfort Food12 February 2025 · Updated 17 April 2026

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“This recipe requires long-grain white rice. Chicken and rice in the Instant Pot will not have the texture or consistency of fried rice or rice pilaf. It’s more similar to a risotto – but it’s not quite a risotto, either.”
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Tiffany

Tiffany

Instant Pot Chicken Breast and Rice5 January 2020 · Updated 16 June 2025

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“You could either quickly thaw the chicken breasts first (or slice/dice them if thawed) so you can stick to the original cook time, OR cook the frozen chicken breasts separately in the Instant Pot on their own trivet with 1 cup of broth, shred, and stir into the rice.”
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Nichole

Nichole

Instant Pot Chicken and Rice - The Salty Marshmallow8 January 2020 · Updated 8 September 2021

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“Instant Pot Chicken and Rice comes out perfect every time! So easy to make in 20 minutes and packed full of juicy chicken, creamy parmesan, and garlic flavor!”
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Mackenzie Filson

Mackenzie Filson

20 Chicken Recipes Made Perfect In The Instant Pot8 October 2018 · Updated 11 January 2024

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“Our Instant Pot butter chicken recipe is about to become your favorite weeknight staple that you can now make faster than delivery. Chicken thighs become extremely tender under all the sauce that you'll want to soak up with plenty of naan bread.”
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Tieghan Gerard

Tieghan Gerard

Instant Pot Sticky Korean Chicken.5 February 2018 · Updated 17 January 2025

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“But until then, you should probably make this chicken, because traditional or not, it’s really stinkin’ good.”
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Erin Merhar

Erin Merhar

Instant Pot Chicken Breasts Are Ready in Under 20 Minutes7 February 2022 · Updated 30 January 2024

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“First, season the breasts: Mix your spices together in a small bowl for easy seasoning (you only have to turn the chicken pieces once!) If you plan to make this chicken to use in other recipes, skip the paprika and thyme, and sub 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper in…”
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Lisa Childs

Lisa Childs

101+ Instant Pot chicken recipes - Tried Tested and True12 August 2020 · Updated 25 January 2023

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“Here’s a roundup of over 100 Instant Pot Chicken Recipes using chicken breasts, chicken thighs, chicken legs, and whole chickens.”
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Gina Homolka

Gina Homolka

Instant Pot Shredded Chicken (High Protein)28 May 2025

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“This recipe is so simple–Just put everything in the pot and turn it on! The printable instructions are below in the recipe card.”
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Subhasmita

Subhasmita

Instant Pot Chicken In Creamy Tomato Sauce31 May 2019 · Updated 2 November 2024

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“This Instant Pot Chicken recipe is going to blow your mind. The tomato sauce is so creamy, buttery, tangy with a hint of sweetness to it. The sauce is perfect to toss some pasta in it or keep it simple and serve the chicken with a side of greens.”
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Jillian Elliott

Jillian Elliott

Instant Pot Chicken & Rice Is My Go-To Weeknight Dinner—Easiest Cleanup EVER13 April 2018 · Updated 16 October 2025

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“I’m taking basic weeknight chicken and rice, packing it with veggies, and saving a little time with one of my favorite kitchen tools, the Instant Pot.”
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Sandy Clifton

Sandy Clifton

Slow Cooker Chicken and Noodles8 July 2019 · Updated 7 April 2021

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“If you would like to make this recipe in the Instant Pot®, here is that recipe: Instant Pot Chicken and Noodles.”
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Olivia Ribas

Olivia Ribas

Instant Pot Chicken Breast, Fresh or Frozen, 25 Minutes!12 January 2023 · Updated 10 July 2026

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“I make a batch of this almost every Sunday, so I have cooked chicken ready for lunches and quick dinners through the week.”
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Diana

Diana

Instant Pot Chicken With Mushrooms11 May 2020 · Updated 19 September 2020

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“Creamy and comforting Instant Pot chicken with mushrooms is the ultimate dinner recipe that your whole family will love! Every bite is so juicy, tender, and flavorful, and it will definitely become one of your family favorites!”
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Joanna Cismaru

Joanna Cismaru

Instant Pot Chicken Breast27 August 2025

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“Instant Pot Chicken Breast has been a reader favorite for years, and I get why. It is fast, foolproof, and never leaves you with sad, dry chicken. In my kitchen, it is the recipe that keeps the peace when dinner sneaks up on me and everyone is already asking what’s…”
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Lauren Allen

Lauren Allen

Instant Pot Tuscan Chicken Pasta - Tastes Better from Scratch19 February 2018 · Updated 11 August 2022

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“The key is to cook everything well, without ending up with undercooked or overcooked noodles, or chicken. One thing I really love about this tuscan chicken pasta dinner is how flavorful it is.”
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Kristine Rosenblatt

Kristine Rosenblatt

Easy Instant Pot BBQ Chicken - Kristine's Kitchen21 April 2026

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“…in the Instant Pot, so you don’t want too much of it during the pressure cooking process. That’s why we water the sauce down with the broth while cooking. I recommend following the measurements in the recipe as written, then serving with extra bbq sauce when you add the chicken…”
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Kristen McCaffrey

Kristen McCaffrey

Instant Pot Honey Garlic Chicken - Slender Kitchen16 October 2017 · Updated 10 January 2025

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“Honey Garlic Chicken was an immediate hit when I made it for dinner last week. Not only was it a five ingredient recipe that took me literally less than 3 minutes to throw into the Instant Pot, but it also tasted amazing and we were all licking up the sauce…”
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Ashley Fehr

Ashley Fehr

Juicy Instant Pot Chicken Breast26 December 2022 · Updated 28 March 2025

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“These Instant Pot Chicken breasts are simply seasoned, and even though they are incredibly delicious as is, they can easily take on any flavor you want to add. It’s an easy recipe for weekly meal prep!”
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Dini Kodippili

Dini Kodippili

Instant Pot Honey Soy Chicken Thighs16 February 2019 · Updated 17 July 2023

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“These honey soy chicken thighs along with some steamed rice and stir-fried vegetables are among my husband’s favorite packed lunches. The chicken is a little spicy, a little sweet, and chock-full of great flavor!”
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Olena Osipov

Olena Osipov

Instant Pot Chicken and Potatoes (One Pot Meal) - iFoodReal.com24 January 2022 · Updated 12 May 2025

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“In Instant Pot, add chicken, potatoes, onion, carrots, rosemary, bay leaves, salt, pepper and water. Do not stir. Close the lid, turn pressure vent to Sealing and press Pressure Cook on High or Manual for 15 minutes for boneless chicken and 20 minutes for bone-in chicken pieces.”
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Bintu

Bintu

36 Of The Best Instant Pot Chicken Recipes4 November 2018 · Updated 25 August 2020

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“Yeap, the Instant Pot really can do it all. From chicken breasts, thighs and wings to soups, pasta and even a whole chicken, this is the only list of Instant Pot Chicken Recipes you will ever need.”
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Ali

Ali

Instant Pot Shredded Chicken13 January 2020 · Updated 16 July 2025

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“So pull out that pressure cooker, and let’s make some Instant Pot shredded chicken!”
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Steph Loaiza

Steph Loaiza

The Best Instant Pot Shredded Chicken Recipe (Freezer Meal)8 October 2021 · Updated 17 November 2025

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“Place chicken in Instant Pot and pour in broth. Sprinkle seasonings over chicken. Seal lid and turn valve to SEALING. Set MANUAL and set timer to 15 minutes.”
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Gone for a latte.

Kathryn Doherty

Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken28 January 2019

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“Yes you can! Here's the Instant Pot version of this recipe if you need specifics on how to adapt it: https://www.familyfoodonthetable.com/instant-pot-honey-garlic-chicken/”
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Gone for an Americano.

Robyn Stone

Instant Pot Chicken Recipe21 January 2016 · Updated 11 June 2026

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“This easy Instant Pot Chicken recipe makes for incredibly tender and flavorful chicken in minutes! A quick and easy chicken recipe that is perfect to use for meal prep, too!”
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Gone for a latte.

Holly Erickson

Instant Pot Chicken | The Modern Proper10 December 2020 · Updated 16 March 2026

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“Try this perfect, basic Instant Pot chicken breast recipe, and let us know how you like it, OK?”
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Gone for an Americano.

Lori

Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken24 October 2019

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“I made this in the Instant Pot tonight and it was delicious! I added about 3/4 cup of chicken broth to up the liquid content, then I cooked it on the Poultry setting (high pressure for 15 minutes) and did natural release.”
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Gone for a latte.

MomFabulous

10 Instant Pot Shredded Chicken Recipes You'll Absolutely Love | Mom Fabulous8 March 2017 · Updated 30 April 2020

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“Instant Pot Easy Salsa Shredded Chicken – This is the EASIEST Instant Pot recipe EVER! Just TWO ingredients: salsa and chicken plus some spices makes a delicious juicy chicken that can be used in tacos, over rice, salads and more!”
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Gone for an Americano.

Julie Evink

Instant Pot Chicken and Rice8 March 2021 · Updated 6 September 2022

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“This Instant Pot chicken and rice is the ultimate one-pot dinner! It’s a cozy, comforting dinner that is perfect for weeknights.”
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Gone for a latte.

Lindsay Ostrom

Spicy Chicken Meal Prep with Rice and Beans4 December 2017

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“Okay, it probably doesn’t come as a surprise that I find it really helpful to use an Instant Pot for this recipe and/or meal prep in general. Here’s why: you can go HANDS FREE and actually clean out your fridge for the week or get your dishes done while…”
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