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Shredded Instant Pot chicken in a glass bowl, with homemade chicken broth and seasonings.

How To Cook Frozen Chicken In An Instant Pot

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Cook frozen chicken in your Instant Pot in just 50 minutes! This recipe yields tender chicken & bonus homemade broth, no thawing required.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 172 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 1/2 to 3 pounds frozen chicken breasts or thighs
  • 5 to 6 cups water
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon celery salt or 1 rib of celery
  • 1 onion quartered

Instructions
 

  • Place the frozen chicken in a single layer in the pot. Pour in enough water to cover the chicken without filling above the "MAX" line. More water will yield a greater quantity of milder broth.
    Frozen chicken breasts in an Instant Pot, with onion quarters and spices on the side.
  • Sprinkle in the salt, garlic powder, pepper, thyme, and celery salt. Place the onion quarters around the chicken.
  • Close the lid and seal the vent. Cook on high pressure for 30 minutes.
  • Allow natural pressure release for 10 minutes, then manually release any remaining steam.
  • Use an instant-read thermometer to verify the chicken is at least 165°F throughout.
  • Transfer the cooked chicken to a bowl with tongs or a slotted spoon. Let rest 5 minutes before serving or shredding.
    Cooked chicken pieces in a glass bowl with broth for Instant Pot chicken.
  • Place a fine mesh strainer over a large measuring cup and strain the broth. Transfer the broth to glass jars.
    Pouring Instant Pot chicken broth into a glass jar.

Nutrition

Calories: 172kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 31gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 528mgFiber: 0.3g
Keyword Chicken In An Instant Pot
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