Instant Pot Lemon Garlic ChickenI
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Nutrition balance score
Unbalanced
Glycemic Index
22
Low
Glycemic Load
1
Low
Nutrition per serving
Calories498.2 kcal (25%)
Total Fat40.7 g (58%)
Carbs2.8 g (1%)
Sugars0.7 g (1%)
Protein29 g (58%)
Sodium300.6 mg (15%)
Fiber0.3 g (1%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
6 servings

8boneless chicken thighs
skinless or with skin

sea salt

pepper
to taste

½ teaspoongarlic powder

2 tablespoonsolive oil

3 tablespoonsbutter

¼ cuponion
chopped

4garlic cloves
sliced or minced

2 teaspoonsItalian seasoning
I actually usually use 1 - 1 1/2 tablespoon but feel free to adjust to your liking

0.5zest of lemon

1juice of lemon

⅓ cupchicken broth
homemade or low sodium

fresh parsley
Chopped

lemon slices
for garnish, if desired

2 tablespoonsheavy cream

Instant Pot
I have the 6 Quart DUO

Cast Iron Skillet
Instructions
Step 1
Season the chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder and chili flakes.
Step 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)Place chicken in the Instant Pot and cook on each side for 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown. This helps to seal in the juices and keep it tender. (You may have to work in batches depending on the size and amount of chicken you are using). Once browned, remove from Instant Pot and set aside.
Step 3
Melt butter in Instant Pot and stir in the onions and garlic. Add lemon juice to deglaze pan and cook for 1 minute. Add Italian seasoning, lemon zest and chicken broth.Place the chicken back into the Instant Pot, lock the lid, and turn the valve to SEALING.
Step 4
Select the Manual (older models) or Pressure Cook (newer models) button and adjust the timer to 7 minutes.It will take about 5-10 minutes to come to pressure and start counting down.When done, release the pressure after 2 minutes, then remove your Instant Pot lid.
Step 5
Remove chicken from Instant Pot using tongs and set aside on a large serving plate. Stir in heavy cream (if using) into the Instant Pot.(**If you like your sauce thicker - you can thicken with a cornstarch slurry (if not low carb) or 1/2 teaspoon of xanthum gum.)Press off and turn Instant Pot to SAUTE function. Cook and allow sauce to bubble and thicken. Turn off and add chicken back to the Instant Pot to coat with sauce. Sprinkle chicken with chopped parsley and serve hot with your favorite sides. Spoon sauce over chicken and garnish with lemon slices, if desired.
Step 6
Serve this Instant Pot lemon garlic chicken with a salad, cauliflower rice or spiralized zucchini noodles.
Step 7
In a medium-sized skillet over medium-high heat add olive and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side, or until chicken reaches 165 degrees. Transfer browned chicken to plate and set aside.
Step 8
Return pan back to heat and melt butter. Stir in the onions and garlic. Add lemon juice to deglaze pan and cook for 1 minute. Add Italian seasoning, lemon zest and chicken broth. Stir in heavy cream (**If you like your sauce thicker - you can thicken with a cornstarch slurry (if not low carb) or 1/2 teaspoon of xanthum gum.). Once the sauce has bubbled and thickened up slightly, add the chicken back into the pan until hot. Sprinkle chicken with chopped parsley and serve hot with your favorite sides. Spoon sauce over chicken and garnish with lemon slices, if desired.
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