Instant Pot Chicken And Potatoes

Introduction

Instant Pot Chicken and Potatoes delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort, making it an ideal go-to recipe for busy weeknights or stress-free family dinners. Thanks to the Instant Pot, you’ll have perfectly tender chicken, creamy potatoes, and savory aromatics all in one pot—without babysitting the stove. It’s comfort food simplicity that’s sure to please picky eaters and satisfy even the hungriest appetites.

Why You’ll Love This Instant Pot Chicken and Potatoes Recipe

This recipe stands out for its unbeatable convenience and reliably delicious results. The combination of juicy chicken thighs, fork-tender potatoes, and flavorful seasonings gets infused under pressure, so every bite is packed with taste. It’s a truly one-pot wonder: easy cleanup, less time, and a hearty, balanced meal every time.

Perfectly Seasoned, Moist Chicken and Creamy Potatoes

The pressure-cooking magic of the Instant Pot ensures every piece of chicken remains moist and succulent, while the potatoes soak up all the herby garlic goodness in the broth. A simple blend of seasonings and a medley of fresh or dried herbs elevate the entire dish—no fancy techniques required.

Meal Prep and Batch Cooking Made Easy

Instant Pot Chicken and Potatoes is meal-prep friendly and stores well for leftovers, making it a practical option for planning ahead. Batch cook on Sunday, and you’ll have lunch or dinner ready in minutes all week. It’s also easy to double the recipe for larger families or meal prepping.

Serving Suggestions for Instant Pot Chicken and Potatoes

Round out your meal with a simple side salad or steamed green vegetables. Drizzle with a little fresh lemon juice or add a spoonful of Greek yogurt for a creamy finish. For a pop of color and freshness, sprinkle chopped parsley over the top before serving.

Nutritional Information and Serving Size

This recipe yields 4 satisfying servings. Each portion (using skinless chicken thighs and minimal oil) contains roughly 350-400 calories, 32g protein, and 6-8g fat. The dish is naturally gluten-free and can easily be adapted for different dietary needs.

Instant Pot Chicken and Potatoes Recap

With just one pot and a handful of simple ingredients, you’ll have a warm, nourishing dinner on the table in under 40 minutes. Flavorful, wholesome, and endlessly versatile, it’s the easy weeknight staple you’ll come back to again and again.

💡Meal Planning Tip: Save this recipe to automatically generate an organized shopping list with all ingredients sorted by store section—perfect for efficient grocery trips and streamlined meal planning.

Instructions

1. Season chicken thighs on both sides with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning.
2. Set your Instant Pot to Sauté mode. Add olive oil and brown the chicken on both sides (about 2 minutes per side). Remove chicken and set aside.
3. Add diced onion and garlic to the pot. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Pour in chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom.
5. Add potatoes (and carrots, if using) to the pot. Place browned chicken thighs on top.
6. Seal the Instant Pot lid and set valve to Sealing. Cook on HIGH pressure for 10 minutes.
7. Allow a natural pressure release for 5 minutes, then quick release any remaining pressure.
8. Open the lid and garnish with fresh parsley or chives. Adjust seasoning if needed, and serve warm.

Weekly Meal Planning

This Instant Pot Chicken and Potatoes recipe is tailor-made for meal prep and planning. Save and schedule this recipe with CookifyAI to easily plan your cooking days and generate a comprehensive shopping list that consolidates ingredients for all your planned meals.

Planning Benefits:

– Automatically totals ingredient quantities across recipes
– Organizes your shopping list by store sections
– Reduces duplicate purchases and prevents forgotten items
– Helps you prep several meals efficiently and stay organized

Pro tip: When scheduling this recipe alongside your weekly dishes, let CookifyAI calculate total essentials like onions, garlic, and chicken, so you only buy what you need and minimize kitchen waste.

Cook and Prep Times

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35-40 minutes