5 Instant Pot Whole Chicken Recipes for Juicy & Flavorful Meals

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 5 Instant Pot Whole Chicken Recipes for Juicy & Flavorful Meals

Cooking a whole chicken in an Instant Pot is a game-changer! It’s quick, easy, and results in tender, juicy meat every time. Here are five delicious Instant Pot whole chicken recipes you can try.


1. Classic Herb-Roasted Whole Chicken

A simple and flavorful whole chicken infused with herbs and butter.

✅ Ingredients:

  • 1 whole chicken (3-4 lbs)
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp butter, softened
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp dried rosemary
  • 1 lemon, halved

📝 Instructions:

  1. Rub the chicken with butter, olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, and rosemary. Stuff the cavity with lemon halves.
  2. Pour the chicken broth into the Instant Pot and place the trivet inside.
  3. Place the chicken on the trivet breast-side up.
  4. Close the lid, set to Pressure Cook (High) for 25 minutes (for a 3-4 lb chicken).
  5. Let the pressure naturally release for 10 minutes, then quick release.
  6. Optional: Broil in the oven for 5 minutes to crisp the skin. Serve and enjoy!

2. Garlic Butter Whole Chicken

Rich and buttery with a garlicky punch!

✅ Ingredients:

  • 1 whole chicken (3-4 lbs)
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 4 tbsp butter, melted
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp black pepper

📝 Instructions:

  1. Mix melted butter, garlic, soy sauce, salt, paprika, and black pepper.
  2. Rub the mixture all over the chicken.
  3. Pour the broth into the Instant Pot and place the chicken on a trivet.
  4. Set to Pressure Cook (High) for 25 minutes and natural release for 10 minutes.
  5. Brush extra butter on top and broil for crispiness.

3. Lemon Pepper Whole Chicken

Zesty, tangy, and full of flavor!

✅ Ingredients:

  • 1 whole chicken (3-4 lbs)
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp lemon pepper seasoning
  • 1 lemon, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

📝 Instructions:

  1. Rub the chicken with olive oil, salt, lemon pepper seasoning, and garlic.
  2. Stuff the cavity with lemon slices.
  3. Add chicken broth to the Instant Pot, place the chicken on a trivet.
  4. Pressure cook on High for 25 minutes, then natural release for 10 minutes.
  5. Serve with fresh lemon wedges!

4. Spicy Cajun Whole Chicken

Bold and spicy with Cajun seasoning!

✅ Ingredients:

  • 1 whole chicken (3-4 lbs)
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp cayenne pepper (optional for extra spice)

📝 Instructions:

  1. Rub the chicken with olive oil, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, garlic powder, and cayenne.
  2. Add broth to the Instant Pot, place the chicken on a trivet.
  3. Pressure cook on High for 25 minutes, then natural release for 10 minutes.
  4. Serve with rice or cornbread for a Southern-style meal!

5. Honey Soy Whole Chicken

A sweet and savory Asian-inspired recipe!

✅ Ingredients:

  • 1 whole chicken (3-4 lbs)
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp ginger, minced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

📝 Instructions:

  1. Mix soy sauce, honey, vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic.
  2. Rub half the mixture over the chicken.
  3. Pour broth into the Instant Pot, place the chicken on a trivet.
  4. Pressure cook on High for 25 minutes, then natural release for 10 minutes.
  5. Brush with extra sauce before serving!

Tips for Perfect Instant Pot Whole Chicken:

✔ Use a trivet → Keeps the chicken elevated for even cooking.
✔ Adjust cooking time → Add 6-8 minutes per extra pound of chicken.
✔ Crisp the skin → Broil for 5 minutes after cooking for golden, crispy skin.
✔ Save the broth → Use the flavorful liquid for soups or gravy!

Which recipe will you try first? 😊🍗

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