Instant Pot Homestyle Chicken & Veggies – Comfort in a Pot!

Introduction

Why settle for basic when comfort can be this simple? Instant Pot Homestyle Chicken & Veggies delivers a full, hearty meal in one pot, packed with juicy chicken, fork-tender vegetables, and a savory broth. This set-it-and-forget-it recipe is the epitome of comfort food—perfect for busy weeknights or when you just crave something nourishing and soul-soothing.

Effortless Flavor Meets Classic Comfort

Homestyle chicken and veggies evoke the richness of a slow-cooked Sunday dinner but can be on your table in under an hour, thanks to the trusty Instant Pot Duo 7-in-1 Electric Pressure Cooker, 6 Quart. Every bite is infused with an aromatic blend of herbs and chunky vegetables that soak up all the chicken’s savory goodness. This recipe is a crowd-pleaser—kids and adults alike love its wholesome, uncomplicated flavors.

Prepping Chicken and Veggies, Fast

For easy prep, start by trimming your chicken and roughly chopping your vegetables. To save time and achieve uniform cuts, use the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper—it makes quick work of potatoes, carrots, and onions and ensures even cooking.

Feel free to choose bone-in thighs or breasts for added richness, or boneless for easier shredding. Season liberally for big, balanced flavor.

Building Depth in Your Pot

Begin with a quick sauté in your Instant Pot to develop a golden color on the chicken and a savory foundation for the broth. deglaze the pot with a splash of broth, then layer your chopped veggies on top of the chicken. You’ll create a gentle steaming effect that keeps everything juicy but never soggy.

Use your favorite kitchen utensil, such as the Farberware Professional Heat Resistant Nylon Meat and Potato Masher, to slightly mash some of the cooked vegetables into the broth after pressure cooking. This releases additional starch, naturally thickening the sauce.

Tips for Serving and Storage

Once you’ve let the pressure release, transfer the meal to a large bowl and serve family-style. For easy leftovers or meal prep, portion into Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers, Set of 5 (3.2 Cup)—they’re leakproof and keep your dinners fresh for days. This recipe pairs beautifully with rustic bread or over fluffy rice.

For lunches on-the-go, try assembling a serving in a Bentgo Salad Container – 54 oz Bowl, Khaki Green. It keeps portions separate until you’re ready to combine and heat.

Nutritional Information and Serving Size

This recipe yields 4 hearty servings, with approximately 400–450 calories per portion (depending on your choice of chicken and quantity of vegetables). It’s a balanced meal, rich in protein and vitamins—comfort food that’s as good for you as it tastes.

Comfort in a Pot – Why You’ll Make This Again

You’re just a few ingredients away from a stress-free, crowd-pleasing meal that never disappoints. Instant Pot Homestyle Chicken & Veggies is that recipe everyone requests again and again—wholesome, fast, and deeply satisfying.

Instructions

1. Set your Instant Pot Duo 7-in-1 Electric Pressure Cooker, 6 Quart to Sauté mode. Add olive oil. Once hot, brown the chicken thighs 2–3 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
2. Add the onions, carrots, celery, and garlic (use the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper for quick dicing) to the pot. Sauté for about 3 minutes, scraping up browned bits.
3. Pour in a splash of chicken broth to deglaze the bottom of the pot. Add potatoes, then lay chicken on top of the vegetables. Pour in remaining broth.
4. Sprinkle in salt, pepper, thyme, rosemary, and paprika. Lock the lid, set valve to Sealing, and cook on Manual (High Pressure) for 12 minutes.
5. Allow a natural release for 5 minutes, then quick release any remaining pressure.
6. Remove chicken and shred or leave whole as preferred. For a thicker broth, gently mash a portion of the potatoes and veggies using your Farberware Professional Heat Resistant Nylon Meat and Potato Masher.
7. Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley. Store leftovers in Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers for easy meal prep.

Cook and Prep Times

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes (plus ~15 min to pressurize)
Total Time: 55 minutes

Enjoy comfort in a pot—all the flavors of a lovingly cooked homestyle meal, but far less work.