Easy Pressure Cooker Chicken Delights

Alright, folks, buckle up for a little culinary adventure with my Easy Pressure Cooker Chicken Delights. It’s not just chicken; it’s a quick escape from the weekday chaos. You throw everything into this magical pot, say a little prayer, and voila! Dinner that makes you look like a superstar, even when you’ve been on your feet all day. What’s not to love? Trust me, give this a whirl, and your taste buds will do a happy dance.

Ah, let me tell you a little story about how this gem of a recipe came to be part of our lives. You know those nights when everyone’s hangry and you’re staring at the fridge like it might suddenly offer answers? My husband calls these “Pressure Cooker Miracle Nights.” One time, after a particularly chaotic day, I whipped this up amidst the mess of kids’ toys and dog hair tornadoes. Everyone scraped their plates, and I might have caught a glimpse of a tear in my husband’s eye — maybe it was the onions, maybe gratitude. Either way, it was a moment.

Why You’ll Love This Easy Pressure Cooker Chicken Delights

– No-fail magic even when you’re running late. Yes, please!
– Flavor explosion without any culinary degree required.
– The pressure cooker does, like, 80% of the work. You just take the credit.
– Leftovers are somehow even better? It’s witchcraft, I swear.
– Impress your fam without breaking a sweat. Or a plate. Get it done.

How to Make It

Alright, so here’s the deal. Start by tossing some chicken into your pressure cooker. You know, just lay it in like you’re building a tiny bed of poultry. Add your spices — don’t stress if you spill some; more flavor, right? Now, splash in your liquids. Gingerly drop in your sliced onions like they’re tiny flavor bombs. Lock it up, crank up the heat, and cross your fingers. Picture yourself as some kind of kitchen wizard. When it’s done, the smell alone will make everyone think you’re a genius. Open it carefully and, oh man, that steam facial is free and smells like heaven.

Ingredient Notes

– Chicken: This is your canvas, folks! I’ve tried boneless and bone-in – both rocked my world.
– Soy sauce: Essential for that umami kick. But sub with tamari if gluten’s a no-go. Been there.
– Pineapple: Peel it. Just do it. Pulpy chicken isn’t cute, trust me. Sub with drained canned pineapple as a wild card.

Recipe Steps:

1. Place chicken in the pressure cooker.
2. Sprinkle spices and add soy sauce over chicken.
3. Layer with sliced onions and pineapple.
4. Lock the lid and set the pressure cooker to high.
5. Cook for 15-20 minutes until everything is deliciously done.
6. Carefully release pressure and serve hot.

What to Serve It With

Try tossing it with some fluffy, bedhead-like rice or steam some veggies that look as wild as your morning hair. Bread’s good too if you’re feelin’ fancy — or if there’s literally nothing left.

Tips & Mistakes

– Skip the sesame oil? No biggie, just imagine it’s there.
– Toning down the sweet? Honey or maple syrup. Sweet but not scream-y.
– Don’t forget to lock the lid. Trust me…oodles of splatter experience.

Storage Tips

Leftovers go in the fridge, folks. In a container *with* a lid—for the love of all things holy, trust me on that. Cold leftovers for breakfast? Secretly brilliant. Or maybe that’s just my sleep deprivation speaking.

Variations and Substitutions

Got no brown sugar? Try honey or maple syrup. Run out of soy sauce by accident (been there)? Tamari’s your bestie. No onions? Toss in some bell peppers and call it a day. Sometimes, it’s about working with what you’ve got and hoping for magic.

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Easy Pressure Cooker Chicken Delights

This quick and flavorful pressure cooker chicken recipe yields tender, juicy meat in less than 30 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights.

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Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes minutes

Servings: 4

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

 

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Main Ingredients

• ▢ 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
• ▢ 1 cup chicken broth
• ▢ 0.5 cup soy sauce low sodium
• ▢ 2 tbsp olive oil
• ▢ 1 tbsp minced garlic
• ▢ 1 tsp black pepper

Instructions

Preparation Steps

• Heat olive oil in the pressure cooker on sauté mode and brown chicken thighs on both sides for 3 minutes each.
• Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
• Pour in chicken broth and soy sauce, stirring to combine.
• Seal the pressure cooker and cook on high pressure for 15 minutes.
• Allow the pressure to release naturally for 5 minutes, then quick release any remaining pressure.
• Remove chicken and serve hot, seasoned with black pepper to taste.

Notes

This recipe pairs well with steamed rice or sautéed vegetables for a complete meal.