Instant Pot Lemon Chicken with Garlic

Instant Pot Lemon Chicken with Garlic

from lifemadesweeter.com
29 min
6 servings

This Instant Pot Lemon Chicken with Garlic - the perfect easy meal for spring. Best of all, this chicken cooks up tender, juicy and full of flavor with instructions for the pressure cooker and stovetop.

Ingredients

  • 6-8 boneless chicken thighs (, skinless or with skin*)
  • sea salt and pepper (to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional or to taste)
  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 Tablespoons butter ((swap with ghee for paleo OR Whole30))
  • 1/2 small onion (chopped)
  • 4 garlic cloves (sliced or minced)
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 2-4 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • zest of half a lemon
  • 1/3 cup homemade or low sodium chicken broth (**PLEASE SEE NOTES BELOW)
  • 2 Tablespoons heavy cream OR coconut cream
  • Chopped fresh parsley and lemon slices for garnish (, if desired)
  • Instant Pot (I have the 6 Quart Instant Pot DUO)
  • OR Cast Iron Skillet

Directions

  1. 1

    Season the chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and chili flakes.

  2. 2

    Press the Sauté function (Normal setting) on the Instant Pot and add the olive oil to the pot. (I use a 6 Quart Instant Pot DUO)

  3. 3

    In a medium-sized skillet over medium-high heat add olive and cook for 4-5 on each side, or until chicken reaches 165 degrees. Transfer browned chicken to plate and set aside.