Instant Pot Creamy Mushroom Chicken
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless chicken breasts
- Sea salt and pepper to season chicken to taste
- 3 tbsp avocado oil or oil with high smoke point
divided, if dairy-free isn't important, you can use butter or ghee
- 8 oz white mushrooms
washed and sliced
- 1 small white onion
peeled and chopped
- minced, to taste3-4 cloves garlic
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- 2 cups stock or broth
- 1/2 cup full-fat coconut milk
if dairy-free isn't important, you can sub heavy cream
- 4 tsp tapioca or arrowroot starch
can sub cornstarch
- 3-4 handfuls baby spinach
Directions
- 1
Season both sides of chicken with salt and pepper.
- 2
Turn your Instant Pot to sauté and add 2 tablespoon oil. Once hot, add the seasoned chicken and brown both sides of chicken. About 3 minutes per side.
- 3
Remove chicken from Instant Pot with tongs and set aside for a moment.
- 4
Add remaining oil to the Instant Pot. Once hot, add onions, mushrooms and garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms are tender. About 5 minutes.
- 5
Season with more salt and pepper if desired.
- 6
Turn off your Instant Pot. Add broth/stock and Italian seasoning. Use a wooden or long spoon to scrape and deglaze the bottom of the Instant Pot.
- 7
Add chicken back to the instant pot and lock lid into place and make sure valve is switched to sealing.
- 8
Cook on HIGH pressure for 5 minutes. If your chicken breasts are extra thick, consider cutting them in half or adding an extra minute or two the cooking time. It will take your Instant Pot about 7-10 minutes to get up to pressure
- 9
While chicken cooks, mix the tapioca/arrowroot and milk, whisking until lumps are gone. Set aside.
- 10
After cook time is over, quick release the pressure and carefully open the lid.
- 11
Remove the chicken and place on a cutting board or plate.
- 12
Add coconut milk mixture to the mushrooms and stir to combine.
- 13
Again, turn your Instant Pot to the saute function and let everything cook for about 5 minutes or until sauce thickens.
- 14
Taste and season as needed. If sauce is too thick, add a little extra broth to thin it out.
- 15
Add spinach. Stir a few times to incorporate and to slightly wilt the spinach in the hot sauce.
- 16
Slice chicken if desired and stir back into the sauce
- 17
Serve warm with rice, pasta, steamed/roasted veggies, baked potatoes or quinoa.
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About this Recipe
Craving a flavorful, creamy meal that fits your Paleo or Whole30 lifestyle without the fuss? This Instant Pot Creamy Mushroom Chicken delivers on all fronts, making weeknight dinners easy and deliciously satisfying.
The magic of the Instant Pot truly shines here, transforming simple ingredients into a rich, savory dish quickly. By leveraging the pressure cooker, you achieve tender chicken and perfectly cooked mushrooms bathed in a luscious, dairy-free sauce that's both deeply satisfying and compliant with strict dietary needs.
Prepare for succulent boneless chicken breasts, nestled among earthy white mushrooms and tender chopped white onions, all coated in a velvety, flavorful sauce. The Italian seasoning and fresh minced garlic infuse the dish with aromatic depth, while the full-fat coconut milk provides a luxurious creaminess without any dairy. The addition of baby spinach at the end wilts beautifully, adding a touch of freshness and vibrant color. This dish offers a comforting taste experience that feels indulgent, yet adheres naturally to Paleo and Whole30 principles, making it a thoughtful choice for any dinner.
Customization & Variations
- For the cooking oil, avocado oil is recommended for its high smoke point and neutral flavor, but you can use butter or ghee if dairy-free isn't a concern for your diet.
- Achieve the rich, creamy texture with full-fat coconut milk for a dairy-free option, or swap in heavy cream if dairy is part of your meal plan.
- To thicken the sauce to your desired consistency, tapioca or arrowroot starch work wonderfully, with cornstarch being a suitable alternative if that's what you have on hand.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of minced garlic and Italian seasoning to your taste, adding more for a bolder flavor.
This Instant Pot Creamy Mushroom Chicken makes an ideal centerpiece for a weeknight family dinner or a cozy meal. Its comforting profile pairs beautifully with simple steamed vegetables or a fresh green salad.