Description
A quick and flavorful Instant Pot recipe for lemon garlic chicken that can be prepared in just 10 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Step: Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and oregano.
- Step: Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode and add olive oil.
- Step: Once hot, add the chicken breasts and sear for 2-3 minutes on each side.
- Step: Add minced garlic and lemon juice, then pour in the chicken broth.
- Step: Close the lid and set the Instant Pot to manual high pressure for 8 minutes.
- Step: Once cooking is complete, perform a quick release of the pressure.
- Step: Remove the chicken and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- Step: Serve with the sauce drizzled over the top.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in lemon juice and garlic for a few hours before cooking. Serve with steamed vegetables or rice for a complete meal. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Instant Pot
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Instant Pot, Chicken, Lemon, Garlic, Quick Dinner, Gluten-Free