7 Instant Pot Chicken Breast Recipes: Easy & Delicious Meal Ideas

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 7 Instant Pot Chicken Breast Recipes: Easy & Delicious Meal Ideas

Cooking chicken breast in an Instant Pot ensures it stays juicy and tender while saving time. Here are 7 flavorful and easy Instant Pot chicken breast recipes to try!


1. Classic Herb Chicken

A simple yet flavorful herb-seasoned chicken breast recipe.

✅ Ingredients:

  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp rosemary or thyme
  • 1 tsp garlic powder

📝 Instructions:

  1. Pour chicken broth into the Instant Pot and add the chicken breasts.
  2. Season with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and herbs.
  3. Set to Pressure Cook mode for 8 minutes, then natural release.
  4. Serve whole or shred for salads and wraps.

2. Soy Garlic Chicken

A sweet and savory soy-based chicken dish packed with umami flavor.

✅ Ingredients:

  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic
  • ½ tsp ground ginger
  • ½ cup water

📝 Instructions:

  1. Add all ingredients to the Instant Pot and mix well.
  2. Set to Pressure Cook mode for 10 minutes, then natural release.
  3. If needed, use the Sauté mode to reduce the sauce.
  4. Serve with rice or steamed vegetables.

3. Spicy Mexican Shredded Chicken

Perfect for tacos, burritos, or salads!

✅ Ingredients:

  • 2 chicken breasts
  • ½ cup tomato sauce
  • 1 tbsp taco seasoning
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • ½ cup water

📝 Instructions:

  1. Place all ingredients into the Instant Pot and mix.
  2. Set to Pressure Cook mode for 10 minutes, then natural release.
  3. Shred the chicken and use for tacos, burritos, or bowls.

4. Lemon Garlic Chicken

A fresh and tangy chicken dish with a garlicky twist.

✅ Ingredients:

  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • Salt & pepper to taste

📝 Instructions:

  1. Add all ingredients to the Instant Pot.
  2. Set to Pressure Cook mode for 8 minutes, then natural release.
  3. Serve as is or slice and add to salads and pasta.

5. Creamy Chicken Stew

A comforting, rich, and creamy chicken dish.

✅ Ingredients:

  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 1 potato, diced
  • 1 carrot, chopped
  • ½ onion, chopped
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • ½ cup milk or cream
  • 1 tbsp flour
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • Salt & pepper to taste

📝 Instructions:

  1. Sauté onions with butter in the Instant Pot.
  2. Add chicken, potatoes, carrots, and broth, then Pressure Cook for 10 minutes and natural release.
  3. Stir in milk and flour, then cook on Sauté mode until thickened.

6. Honey Mustard Chicken

A sweet and tangy chicken dish that's perfect for salads or sandwiches.

✅ Ingredients:

  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp minced garlic
  • ½ cup chicken broth

📝 Instructions:

  1. Add all ingredients to the Instant Pot.
  2. Set to Pressure Cook mode for 10 minutes, then natural release.
  3. Shred or slice the chicken and serve with rice, salad, or sandwiches.

7. Indian Butter Chicken

A creamy, spiced chicken dish with rich Indian flavors.

✅ Ingredients:

  • 2 chicken breasts
  • ½ cup tomato purée
  • ½ cup coconut milk or cream
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 tsp minced garlic
  • ½ tsp turmeric
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • ½ tsp chili powder

📝 Instructions:

  1. Sauté garlic with butter in the Instant Pot.
  2. Add chicken, tomato purée, and spices. Set to Pressure Cook mode for 10 minutes, then natural release.
  3. Stir in coconut milk or cream and cook for 5 minutes on Sauté mode.
  4. Serve with rice or naan.


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