Insta Pot Chicken Thighs Recipes Easy
Quick, comforting, and full of flavor—this easy Instant Pot chicken thigh recipe is your new go-to for weeknights. Tender, juicy meat and a rich, savory broth come together in under 30 minutes.
Equipment
- Instant Pot
Ingredients
Core Ingredients
- 6 chicken thighs bone-in or boneless, skin-on or skinless
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup chicken broth low-sodium preferred
Flavor Boosters
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tbsp soy sauce optional, adds umami depth
- salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Turn on the Instant Pot to Sauté mode. Add olive oil, onion, and garlic. Cook until softened and fragrant, about 2–3 minutes.
- Season chicken thighs with paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper. Rub seasoning all over the chicken.
- Sear chicken thighs skin-side down in the Instant Pot for 2–3 minutes until lightly browned. Flip and cook another 1–2 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth and soy sauce, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
- Lock the lid, set valve to sealing, and pressure cook on High for 10 minutes. Allow 5 minutes natural release, then release any remaining pressure manually.
- Open lid, spoon broth over chicken, and serve hot over rice, mashed potatoes, or with crusty bread.
Notes
Add sliced carrots, mushrooms, or baby potatoes before pressure cooking for a one-pot meal. Finish with lemon juice or chopped parsley for freshness.
Nutrition
Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 32gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 140mgSodium: 580mgPotassium: 380mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 180IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1.6mg
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