Whole Chicken Pressure Cooker

Instant Pot Fall–Off-The Bone Chicken

When I saw this this Instant Pot whole chicken pressure cooker recipe from Delish, I knew that I had to make it and post the results right here, for God and everybody to see. My dad taught me many important things in life and among the most important lessons that I learned from that wonderful man was how to appreciate good chicken.  We’ve already made an incredible Instant Pot White Chicken Chili Recipe on this site and we’ve got tons of chicken recipes on Platter Talk as well. One thing is for sure, you can expect to see much more of the same, right here on Instant Pot Family Recipes.

This whole chicken pressure cooker recipe for the Instant Pot is a perfect example of what this kitchen appliance is capable of doing. Among the highlights:

• It sears the chicken, using the sauté function.

• It pressure cooks it, using the manual setting.

• It makes a delicious meal in under an hour.

• It washes the dirty dishes and cleans the kitchen.

OK, maybe the Instant Pot won’t wash the dishes and clean the kitchen, not yet anyhow but give it time. I’ve got a feeling that this party is just getting started. Back to the recipe for this Instant Pot fall-off-the-bone wh0le chicken pressure cooker recipe, it is super easy to make as you can see in the video below and the recipe that follows.

This bird, which weighed in just over 4 lbs,  could have used another five minutes or so in pressure cooker mode. The lesson I learned with this recipe is that if the original recipe states a certain time for a specific size chicken or piece of meat, you need to adjust it up or down, based on how much meat or chicken you may be packing. Size matters.

The other lesion I learned with this Instant Pot recipe is to not discard the juices leftover in the pot. No Sir REE! You leave take that liquid gold in the pot and use the sauté function to reduce it to a rich and savory gravy. A little cream and a little flour added to the juices this Ins recipe riop, exactly where we like ’em

Grab , your instant pot, pick up a whole chicken of the best quality you can find, and have fun making this amazing dinner. What’s a crock pot, anyhow?

Instant Pot Fall-Off-The-Bone Chicken

Instant Pot Tips to Keep in Mind

• Safety First – Never open the pressure release valve with your bare hands, always use an oven mit or thick kitchen towel.

• When using raw poultry (or meat of any kind), thoroughly wash all surfaces and kitchen tools that come into contact with it. Be sure to use warm soap and water to help kill harmful bacteria that can cause serious food-bourne illnesses.

• Adjust the pressure cooking (manual) time according to the weight (size) of your chicken or meat.

• For all Instant Pot chicken and meat recipes, allow for a natural release (NR) of pressure, do not do a quick release (QR).

• Remember, the Instant Pot is not magical, it requires some thought and proper operating procedures from you, the cook.

• Have fun with your Instant Pot!

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Whole Chicken Pressure Cooker Recipe for The Instant Pot

This whole chicken pressure cooker recipe for the Instant Pot makes fall-off-the-bone chicken using just a handful of ingredients. Fall in love with your Instant Pot, tonight!

Ingredients

• 1 whole chicken 3-4 lbs
• 2 tbsp chili powder
• 2 tbsp paprkia
• 2 tbsp thyme fresh, chopped
• 1/3 cup brown sugar
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2/3 cup chicken broth

Instructions

• Combine chili powder, paprika, thyme and brown sugar in small dish and mix thoroughly.
  
• Using paper towels, completely pat the chicken dry. Starting with breasts side, sprinkle salt and pepper on chicken and then rub in spice blend. Flip the chicken and repeat.
  
• Turn Instant Pot to sauté mode, normal (medium) setting. Allow to get hot and then add olive oil. Sear both sides of chicken for 4-5 minutes, breasts side first. Then add chicken broth.
  
• Turn Instant Pot to off, then select manual (high) for 25-30 minutes (see notes). Place cover on Instant Pot and be sure that pressure release knob is in "sealing" position.
• Allow for natural release (NR). Then remove chicken from Instant Pot and allow to set 10 minutes before serving. Use juices in Instant Pot for a delicious and savory gravy if desired.
  

Notes

For a 3 lb chicken, adjust pressure cooking time to 25 minutes.

For a 4 lb chicken, adjust pressure cooking time to 30 minutes.

When flipping the chicken during the searing process, use the largest tongs you have available. Be careful not to burn yourself!

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Instant Pot Chili Recipe

featuring white chicken chili

This was the second recipe I made with my new Instant Pot, the Lux 6 quart. I’m not going to beat around the bush here, it sold me on the latest kitchen craze to sweep across America. Did I need an Instant Pot to make this white chicken chili? No, of course not. I’ve been making it for years without one. Am I happy new Lux 6 quart for this Instant Pot Chili Recipe? I think you can tell from the photos and video below that the answer is an emphatic yes and these are just some of my reasons:

• I was able to make this Instant Pot Chili Recipe in a single pot.

• I didn’t have to soak the beans overnight.

• I was able to use dry beans, with no added preservatives and no added salt.

• This Instant Pot Chili Recipe can easily be made in an hour or so, instead of an all day process.

• Our New Years Eve guests raved about it.

There’s a lot to this Instant Pot Chili Recipe for White Chicken Chili. It take a little work because there are a lot of ingredients. Some Instant Pot fanatics seem to think they can just throw a frozen hunk of beef in the pot, hit the pressure cook function and BAAAAM! They’ve got an instant meal.

That maybe the case for sh#t on a shingle but in spite of using this new multi-function cooking device, there is actually some real good old fashioned cooking that has to take place in order to get a dish like this.

• You pressure cook the beans.

• You sauté the aromatics.

• You brown the chicken.

• You let it all meld via the slow cooker function.

• You serve it to drooling guests and family.

Take a look at our Instant Pot Cooking Video

I hope you give this Instant Pot Chili Recipe a try, it’s one of my favorites and I like it even more now that there is a faster method of making it that involves less clean up. Either way gives you delicious results but please don’t take my word for it. Try it yourself!

Take a look at the original slow cooker version for this white chicken chili here on Platter Talk

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Instant Pot Chili Recipe for White Chicken Chili

A lively and flavorful dish that will make your guests beg for the recipe.

Servings 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups great northern beans dry, uncooked
• 4 tbsp olive oil divided
• 2 lbs chicken breast or thgh meat, diced in 1/2 inch cubes
• 1 white onion large, coarse dice
• 1 red bell pepper medium dice
• 4 cloves garlic thinly sliced
• 1 chunk fresh ginger about 1x2 inches, peeled, thinly shaved
• 2 tbsp oregano
• 1 tbsp cumin ground
• 1 cup cream
• 1 lb pepper jack cheese shredded or crumbled
• 8 oz chili pepper mild, chopped
• 14 oz slasa verde
• 1 tbsp kosher salt
• fresh ground pepper to taste
• 1.5 cups low sodium chicken broth use between 1 and 2 cups broth, per desired consistency
• 1 handful cilantro washed and choppped

Instructions

• Rinse dry beans and place in Instant pot. Pour enough water over them to cover about 1 inch. Place cover on Instant Pot be sure top knob is in sealing position and select manual function for 45 minutes. Allow beans to vent naturally for at least 15 minutes at end of cycle. Remove beans from Instant Po,  drain if necessary, and reserve.
  
• Add 2 tbsp olive oil to Instant Pot, select sauté and high setting. Allow unit to reach temperature then add chicken and brown for 4-5 minutes being sure to stir with a large wooden spoon to ensure all pieces are evenly cooked. Remove chicken from Instant Pot, and set aside.
  
• Heat remaining olive oil in Instant Pot, using sauté setting on normal (medium) heat. Add onion, bell pepper, garlic, ginger, oregano and cumin. Stir for about 5 minutes until vegetables are soft and translucent.
  
• Turn Instant Pot to slow cooker function, on high setting. Add cream, pepper jack cheese, chili peppers, salsa verde, salt, pepper, chicken and beans. Use wooden spoon to gently stir between each addition.
  
• Stir in chicken broth, place cover on Instant Pot with vent open on top and select slow cooker function, on high and duration of your choice. If you want this done faster, at this point choose soup function at medium or high setting, close cover for 15 to 30 minutes with vent open. Stir intermittently.
  
• Add cilantro immediately before serving.
  

Notes

You can use between 2 and 4 lbs of chicken meat for this recipe, depending on the size of your crowd.

If you are making a full pot of this, use 2 cups cream.

Adjust amount of broth to help achieve the consistency you want. For a thinner chili, use more broth. For a thicker chili, use less. If you find the chili is too thin, sprinkle in 1 - 2 tbsp flour, gradually, and stir to thicken.

Serve with a dollop of sour cream if desired.

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