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pressure cooker chicken

Juicy 20-Minute Pressure Cooker Chicken You’ll Crave


  • Author: Christina R. Jones
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Description

A quick and easy recipe for tender, flavorful chicken cooked in a pressure cooker.


Ingredients

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  • 4 chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken thighs with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  2. Heat olive oil in the pressure cooker using the sauté function.
  3. Add the chicken thighs and sear for 3 minutes on each side.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth.
  5. Close the lid and cook on high pressure for 10 minutes.
  6. Allow natural pressure release for 5 minutes, then quick release any remaining pressure.
  7. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Use skin-on chicken for better flavor.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste.
  • For extra crispiness, broil the cooked chicken for 2-3 minutes.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Pressure Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 thigh
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 1g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg

Keywords: pressure cooker chicken, easy chicken recipe, quick dinner