Frozen Chicken Breast in Instant Pot
Make perfectly tender chicken breasts straight from frozen in your Instant Pot! Ready in just 30 minutes with zero thawing required.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 114kcal
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, fresh or frozen (about 6-8 ounces each)
- 1 cup water or chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning or your favorite chicken rub
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for optional searing)
Instructions
- Add 1 cup of water to the Instant Pot and place a trivet in the bottom.
- Arrange frozen chicken breasts on trivet. Season generously.
- Place the lid on the Instant Pot and set the lid to seal. Cook on high pressure for 15 minutes.
- Once the timer beeps, naturally release the pressure for 10 minutes. Manually release the rest of the pressure.
- Optional: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear cooked chicken breasts for 2 minutes on each side, just until they start to turn brown.
- Serve chicken breasts immediately, and enjoy!
Notes
- Similar-sized chicken breasts cook most evenly.
- Always check that the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- It works with fresh chicken at the same cooking time.
- Add extra seasoning after cooking if desired.
- Store leftover chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or in the freezer for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
Calories: 114kcal | Protein: 21.2g | Fat: 2.5g | Cholesterol: 64mg | Sodium: 51mg | Potassium: 370mg | Calcium: 5mg | Iron: 0.4mg
