Instant Pot Honey Garlic Chicken
Ingredients
- 3-4 boneless
skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/3 cup soy sauce
- 1/3 cup onion
diced
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 4 garlic cloves
minced
- 3 teaspoons cornstarch dissolved in 1/4 cup water
- Sesame seeds & green onion for topping
- Rice for serving
Directions
- 1
Start by placing your chicken in the bottom of the Instant Pot. Season well with salt and pepper.
- 2
In a small bowl, combine honey, soy sauce, onion, ketchup, oil, and garlic. Pour the mixture over chicken and put your Instant Pot Lid on and set to seal.
- 3
Cook on the Meat setting (or on HIGH pressure for non IP) for 15 minutes and then quick release once the 15 minutes is up. Remove chicken from pot, leave the sauce in the pot.
- 4
Dissolve 3 teaspoons of cornstarch in 1/4 cup of water in a small bowl and pour into your Instant Pot. Stir to combine with sauce. Push the Saute button and cook sauce for about 5 minutes or until slightly thickened.
- 5
Cut the chicken into bite size pieces, then return to pot and toss with sauce before serving. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions, and serve over rice.
Instant Pot Honey Garlic Chicken
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About this Recipe
Craving a weeknight dinner that feels special but comes together in a flash? This Instant Pot Honey Garlic Chicken recipe delivers a burst of authentic Chinese-style flavors with minimal effort, making it the ultimate solution for busy evenings.
Why This Recipe Works
The genius of this dish lies in its perfectly balanced, vibrant honey-garlic sauce. Savory soy sauce harmonizes beautifully with sweet honey and a touch of ketchup, all deeply infused with fresh minced garlic and diced onion. Cooking in the Instant Pot ensures your chicken breasts emerge incredibly tender and juicy, absorbing every bit of that delectable sauce, without the risk of overcooking.
What to Expect
Prepare for a truly satisfying meal featuring succulent, boneless, skinless chicken breasts coated in a glossy, rich sauce that clings to every piece. The aroma of sweet garlic and savory notes will entice you as it cooks. You'll enjoy a comforting, flavorful dish that tastes like it simmered all day, yet is surprisingly simple to achieve, leaving you more time to savor the experience with your family.
Customization & Variations
Feel free to make this recipe your own. You can easily swap boneless, skinless chicken breasts for boneless, skinless chicken thighs for an even richer flavor. For a touch of heat, a pinch of red pepper flakes would be a welcome addition to the sauce. If you're short on fresh onion, a teaspoon of onion powder can be used in a pinch, though fresh is always best for flavor depth.
Serving & Context
This Instant Pot Honey Garlic Chicken is ideal for a comforting family dinner or a quick meal prep solution. Serve it over a generous bed of fluffy white rice to soak up all the incredible sauce. Garnish with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds and freshly chopped green onions for a vibrant finish and an extra layer of texture.