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Honey Garlic Chicken cooked in an Instant Pot with vibrant vegetables

Instant Pot Honey Garlic Chicken

A delightful dish featuring tender chicken thighs coated in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce, prepared effortlessly in an Instant Pot.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 lbs 1 1/2 lbs. chicken thighs These cuts are perfect for their rich flavor and tenderness.
  • 1.5 tablespoons 1 1/2 tablespoons cooking oil For achieving a beautiful golden sear.
  • 4 cloves 4 cloves of garlic, minced Adds an aromatic and savory kick.
  • 1 tablespoon 1 tablespoon chopped parsley For freshness.
  • 3 tablespoons 3 tablespoons honey The star of the show.
  • 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon sugar (or brown sugar) Enhances the sweetness of the honey.
  • 2 tablespoons 2 tablespoons soy sauce Provides umami flavor.
  • 3 tablespoons 3 tablespoons water (or chicken broth) Keeps the sauce moist.
  • 3 dashes 3 dashes of cayenne pepper For a hint of spice.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Season the chicken thighs generously with salt and pepper. Set them aside.
  2. In a bowl, mix together honey, sugar, soy sauce, and water (or chicken broth) until well combined.
Cooking
  1. Turn on the Sauté mode on the Instant Pot and add 1 tablespoon of cooking oil.
  2. Carefully place the chicken thighs in the pot, skin side down, and sear them until both sides are browned.
  3. Add the remaining 1/2 tablespoon of oil and the minced garlic, sautéing for about a minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour the honey garlic sauce over the chicken, ensuring an even coating.
  5. Secure the lid on the Instant Pot, select the Manual setting, and cook on High pressure for 10 minutes.
  6. Once cooking is complete, perform a Quick Release. Remove the lid and sprinkle chopped parsley over the chicken.
Serving
  1. Serve immediately, drizzling any remaining sauce from the pot over the chicken.

Notes

Choose quality chicken for the best flavor. Let the chicken rest before serving for juiciness. Adjust the spice level to your taste.