Instant Pot Frozen Chicken Breasts
Frozen boneless chicken breasts cooked straight from the freezer under pressure with broth and simple seasonings.
Equipment
- Instant Pot
- Meat thermometer
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 frozen boneless skinless chicken breasts about 6 to 8 oz each, separated
- 1 cup chicken broth or water low sodium broth adds flavor
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
Instructions
Cooking
- Load the pot. Pour the broth into the Instant Pot and add the frozen chicken breasts in a single layer.
- Season. Sprinkle the salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika over the chicken.
- Pressure cook. Lock the lid, close the vent, and cook on high pressure for 12 to 15 minutes, depending on thickness.
- Release. Let the pressure release naturally for 5 minutes, then carefully turn the vent to release the rest.
- Check the temperature. Insert a thermometer into the thickest part of each breast. It must read 165 F, so cook a few minutes more if not.
- Shred or slice. Rest the chicken 5 minutes, then shred or slice it. For a thicker sauce, press Saute and reduce the juices.
Notes
Substitutions: Use water if you have no broth, and add any dried herbs you like.
Tips: Separate breasts that are frozen together, and add a few minutes for very thick pieces.
Storage: Refrigerate cooked chicken within 2 hours for up to 4 days, or freeze up to 3 months.
Nutrition does not include the optional sauce made from reduced juices.