How to Cook Frozen Chicken Breasts in the Instant Pot

chicken breasts

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Thighs are often more affordable and juicier.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is typically less expensive.

Ensure chicken breasts are frozen individually and not in a large clump.

If breasts are thick, pound the thick part flat for even cooking.

To defrost frozen chicken, place in the pressure cooker with 1 cup of water and pressure cook for 1 minute, then use quick pressure release.

For cooking from frozen, place chicken breasts in the pressure cooker, stacking them around the pot for even cooking.

Add 1 cup of water or chicken broth for flavor, depending on the intended recipe.

Seal the lid and pressure cook for 7 minutes with a 5-minute natural release.

After the natural release, check the internal temperature of the chicken in the thickest part to ensure it reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.

Remove the chicken breasts from the pot and wash off any excess juices.

Slice the chicken or shred it for use in recipes like salads or barbecue chicken sandwiches.

Optionally, you can pan-sear the chicken for added color or use the sauté function in the pressure cooker.

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