Cozy Instant Pot Chicken Stew
Cozy Instant Pot Chicken Stew is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings. This hearty dish features tender chicken simmered with vibrant vegetables in a rich, savory broth that warms the soul. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, this stew brings family and friends together around the table for a delightful experience. Enjoy its nostalgic aroma as it fills your kitchen and savor every spoonful of this delicious meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups diced carrots (about 4 medium)
- 2 cups chopped Yukon Gold or red potatoes (about 2 medium)
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Dice chicken into bite-sized pieces; chop carrots, potatoes, and onion.
- Sauté Aromatics: Set Instant Pot to sauté mode; add olive oil. Once hot, add onions and garlic; cook until fragrant (2-3 minutes).
- Add Vegetables and Chicken: Stir in carrots, potatoes, and chicken; mix well.
- Pour in Broth: Add chicken broth and sprinkle thyme on top.
- Pressure Cook: Seal lid; set to pressure cook on high for 10 minutes. Allow natural pressure release for 10-15 minutes before manually releasing any remaining pressure.
- Serve: Open lid carefully; stir gently and transfer to bowls.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg