Here’s a round-up of over 15 healthy Instant Pot Chicken recipes! Find recipes for whole chicken, chicken and veggies, chicken soups, stews, curries, and more. Enjoy these easy one-pot recipes that are perfect for meal prepping or for weeknight meals.

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Cooking chicken that is moist and full of flavor has never been easier than using the Instant Pot.

Most of us think about using the slow cooker to make tender chicken dishes, but I recommend using the pressure cooker to save time on busy weeknights.

Not only can you meal prep to make a healthy meal, but the moisture gets trapped inside the pot so you don’t have to worry about dried and boring chicken. These Instant Pot recipes will satisfy the whole family!

I recommend getting the 6-quart Instant Pot Duo if you don’t have one yet (you can also see my post on how to use the Instant Pot Duo if you’re new to using an electric pressure cooker.

The possibilities are endless for making healthy and delicious meals at home.

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1 Healthy Instant Pot Chicken Recipe Tips
2 FAQs About Instant Pot Chicken Recipes
3 Healthy Instant Pot Chicken Recipes
4 Conclusions
5 Don’t Miss These Instant Pot Resources

Healthy Instant Pot Chicken Recipe Tips

When you’re on a clean eating diet, it can be hard to find dedicated recipes that don’t use processed ingredients. Don’t worry, this round-up of easy Instant Pot chicken recipes is here to the rescue!

Some tips to remember when using the Instant Pot to prepare chicken recipes include:

  • Try to use organic or pasture-raised chicken so you avoid factory farmed chicken.
  • You can use boneless skinless chicken breasts or chicken thighs in most of these recipes.
  • Follow a recipe! Using the Instant Pot is part science and part art. Rest assured that every recipe in my list is well-tested and complete. This helps you avoid the burn notice.
  • Store leftovers up to about 4 days in an airtight container for most of these recipes.

I think you’ll find that there’s something for everyone in this epic round-up of Instant Pot chicken recipes. I’ve organized them into categories for:

  • Soups and stews including Instant Pot Chicken Noodle Soup,
  • Chicken dinners including Instant Pot Orange Chicken, and
  • Basic chicken recipes.

I hope you enjoy these delicious recipes and find new ways to make a flavorful meal and easy dinner. Most of these healthy chicken recipes use simple ingredients such as olive oil, italian seasoning, black pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder.

Also, don’t miss my other recipe round-ups of Instant Pot Healthy Side Dishes and Instant Pot Soup recipes.

FAQs About Instant Pot Chicken Recipes

Can I use the quick release when cooking chicken in the Instant Pot?

It really just depends on the recipe. As long as the cook time is long enough at high pressure to cook the chicken through, then you can likely use the quick release. But, again, check the specific recipe or recipe card for the cooking time and directions. Some recipes use the natural release for at least 5 minutes.

Can I cook chicken and vegetables at the same time in the pressure cooker?

Some vegetables can be cooked with the chicken for a one-pot meal, especially denser veggies like potatoes, carrots, and squash. More delicate vegetables like broccoli and greens may need to be cooked separately or added later to ensure they don’t get overcooked.

Can I use chicken broth to cook chicken?

Yes! Most recipes will require at least one cup of chicken broth or chicken stock to ensure that the pot can come up to pressure. Always be sure to add enough liquid to the bottom of the pot. Chicken broth will help you make the most flavorful chicken.

Healthy Instant Pot Chicken Recipes

I hope you enjoy this round-up of healthy and gluten-free Instant Pot Chicken recipes! You'll find recipes for whole chicken, chicken and veggies, chicken soups, stews, curries, and more. I think you'll find that these easy one-pot recipes are perfect for meal prepping or for weeknight meals.

Soups & Stew

Here are some of the best healthy chicken soups and stews made in the Instant Pot.

1

Instant Pot Easy Chicken & Sweet Potato Dinner

This is one of the easiest chicken dishes you can make in the Instant Pot. You essentially only need chicken sweet potatoes, and canned tomatoes.

2

Instant Pot Indian Chicken Curry

This is such an easy chicken dinner that everyone loves. The curry flavor is balanced with the rich and creamy coconut milk.

3

Instant Pot Coconut Chicken

This is one of the easiest soups you can make in the Instant Pot. You only need a few ingredients.

4

Instant Pot Chicken & Rice Soup

This is a great meal prep recipe because it's a whole meal with protein, veggies, and carbs.

5

Instant Pot Thai Green Chicken Soup

This is an easy Thai green curry chicken soup recipe that has the flavors of curry and lots of vegetables.

6

Easiest Instant Pot Chicken Soup with Potatoes

This delicious stew has both chicken and potatoes, along with nourishing vegetables.

7

Instant Pot Chicken Tortilla Soup

Everyone loves this hearty soup that gets topped with crispy tortilla strips!

Chicken Dinners

These easy chicken dinner recipes are great for families and busy weeknights.

8

Instant Pot Pesto Chicken

This is a 4-ingredient, 1-pot meal that everyone in the family will love. Serve your pesto chicken with vegetables or on top of cooked pasta.

9

Instant Pot Peanut Butter Chicken

This delectable chicken dish is a one-pot, 30-minute meal that even kids love.

10

Instant Pot Pineapple Chicken

This sweet and sour chicken dish is so incredibly easy to make, yet it tastes amazing.

11

Instant Pot Orange Chicken

This one-pot Orange Chicken is a family favorite. The leftovers are great too!

12

Instant Pot Pulled BBQ Chicken

This is a summertime favorite recipe! Serve your shredded BBQ chicken in a variety of ways.

13

Instant Pot Chicken Thighs and Potatoes

This is a simple one-pot dish that uses juicy chicken thighs.

Chicken Basics

Easy chicken basics.

14

Instant Pot Frozen Chicken Tenders

Here's how to cook frozen chicken tenders super fast in the Instant Pot.

15

Instant Pot Salsa Chicken (2-Ingredients)

This 2-ingredient chicken recipe is as easy as it gest. Make this Salsa Chicken as part of your meal prep, and use the shredded chicken throughout the week.

16

Instant Pot Whole Chicken & Vegetables

Here's a recipe for how to cook a whole chicken in the Instant Pot. This is a great meal prep recipe. Or, you can serve it for a Sunday dinner or a holiday.

17

Instant Pot Chicken Tinga Tacos

This is a great recipe for your next taco Tuesday!

Conclusions

I hope you enjoyed this Instant Pot chicken recipe round-up, featuring meals that are simple, healthy, and all made using real food ingredients. Are you hungry yet? I know I am! Let me know which of the recipes you end up trying, or if you have a favorite that wasn’t included here.

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About the Author: Carrie Forrest is the author of the best-selling Instant Pot-authorized cookbook, The Healthy Meal Prep Instant Pot Cookbook. She has a master’s degree in public health with a specialty in nutrition and receives nearly 10 million annual visitors to her site. Send Carrie a message through her contact form.