Perfect 20-Minute Instant Pot Chicken and Gravy Recipe
5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star
No reviews
Tender chicken cooked in rich gravy using an Instant Pot.
- Author: Oscar
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Total Time: 20 mins
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Lactose
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
- Turn on the Instant Pot and select sauté mode.
- Add butter and olive oil.
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Sear chicken for 3-4 minutes per side.
- Pour in chicken broth and sprinkle thyme.
- Close the lid and set to high pressure for 10 minutes.
- Quick release pressure.
- Remove chicken and set aside.
- Stir in heavy cream.
- Optional: Mix cornstarch with water and add to thicken gravy.
- Serve chicken topped with gravy.
Notes
- Use boneless thighs for juicier results.
- Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with gravy
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 120mg