Description
Instant Pot Chicken Stew is the epitome of comfort food, featuring tender chicken thighs, vibrant vegetables, and a savory broth that warms the soul. Perfect for chilly nights or busy weeknights, this one-pot dish offers a delicious meal in just 30 minutes. With easy preparation and minimal cleanup, it?s an ideal choice for families seeking hearty flavors without the fuss.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 1 lb Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Set the Instant Pot to saut? mode. Add a splash of olive oil and saut? the onions and garlic until fragrant (about 3 minutes).
- Add the chicken thighs and season with salt and pepper. Brown on both sides for about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the carrots, potatoes, celery, and thyme; mix well.
- Pour in the chicken broth while scraping any bits from the pot.
- Seal the lid and cook on high pressure for 10 minutes; allow a natural release for 5 minutes before quick releasing remaining pressure.
- Stir the stew before serving hot in bowls.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg