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Instant Pot Lemon Chicken Recipe Guide

This Instant Pot Lemon Chicken is a quick and easy recipe that delivers a delicious, tangy, and savory dish perfect for a weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Total Time 25 mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people
Calories 280 kcal

Equipment

  • Instant Pot
  • Tongs
  • Mixing bowl

Ingredients:  

Main Ingredients

  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • Lemon slices for garnish

Instructions: 

  • Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  • Set Instant Pot to sauté mode and heat olive oil.
  • Brown chicken breasts on both sides, then remove and set aside.
  • Add garlic, oregano, and thyme to the pot and sauté for 1 minute.
  • Pour in chicken broth and lemon juice, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
  • Return chicken breasts to the pot.
  • Close the lid, set to high pressure for 8 minutes.
  • Quick release pressure when done.
  • Remove chicken and set aside.
  • Mix cornstarch and water, then stir into the sauce to thicken.
  • Serve chicken with sauce and garnish with lemon slices.

Notes:

This recipe is perfect for a quick and healthy dinner. You can also add vegetables like asparagus or green beans to make it a complete meal.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 28gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Keywords:

Keyword Instant Pot, Lemon Chicken, Quick Dinner
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