The Big List of Instant Pot Chicken Recipes

Chicken! It’s the one meat I couldn’t give up! There are so many wonderful ways to prepare it, especially in the Instant Pot. It’s probably what I see asked most often regarding recipes:

What are the best Instant Pot chicken recipes?

I have made a few of my favorite chicken dishes in the Instant Pot, like Hawaiian Chicken and Chicken and Dumplings. And I have to tell you they came out amazing in the Instant Pot!

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I have compiled a huge list of Instant Pot Chicken recipes to make it easy to find all kinds of delicious options in one place! I have included recipes for all the different cuts of chicken to suit everyone’s tastes.

Instant Pot Chicken Recipes

I divided the chicken recipes into categories, so you can quickly find what you’re looking for. Just click on one of the categories below and it will take you to that particular list. Enjoy!

Chicken Breasts
Chicken Thighs
Drumsticks & Wings
Whole Chicken
Chicken Pastas

Chicken Soups
Ground Chicken

Chicken Breasts

Chicken breasts are one of the most versatile cuts of meat out there. They can be used in a variety of dishes, including pasta, salads, soups and stews. And, you can roast them, grill them, or pan fry them.

However, cooking chicken breasts to perfection can require some skill. And if you’re not confident with your abilities in the kitchen, cooking chicken breasts can be a little intimidating.

But guess what? There’s no need to fret because you can pressure cook them using your Instant Pot. And the best part… they’ll always come out juicy and flavorful.

Below are some great chicken breast recipes that are perfect either on their own or as part of a meal, so whether it’s dinner time or lunchtime there will be something here for you.

Salsa Chicken
from One Happy Housewife
A very popular recipe that’s fast, easy, and so versatile. The perfect busy weeknight meal!
Honey Garlic Chicken Sliders
from Encouraging Moms at Home
A simple dinner that’s super delicious.
Orange Chicken
from Living Sweet Moments
A delicious chicken recipe that’s ready in 15 minutes or less and is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner idea.
Shredded Chicken Breast
from One Happy Housewife
A simple way to make chicken breast using the pressure cooker. Use in a variety of meals.
Bourbon Chicken Rice with Broccoli
from Dinner of Herbs
This sweet and delicious bourbon chicken doesn’t have any alcohol in it.
Butter Chicken
from Simply Happy Foodie
This flavorful Indian dish features tender bite-sized chicken in a rich and creamy sauce.
Cashew Butter Chicken
from Paint the Kitchen Red
This quick and easy recipe has all the taste of butter chicken without all the calories.
Chicken Curry
from Piping Pot Curry
An authentic chicken curry made in a simple onion-tomato gravy with the wonderful aroma of Indian spices.
French Onion Chicken
from Encouraging Moms at Home
A lean chicken breast made with french onion flavor.
Honey Garlic Chicken
from Salt & Lavender
A fast, delicious that’s easy to make with only a handful of everyday ingredients.
Orange Chicken
from A Fork’s Tale
An easy, delicious, quick Asian dish that your whole family will love.
Orange Chicken
from Homemade Food Junkie
Homemade orange sauce with chicken and rice is a quick and easy meal the whole family will love.
Orange Chicken
from My Crazy Good Life
A healthy one-pot orange chicken recipe that’s delicious and easy to make.
Cool Ranch Chicken
from Tastythin
Super fast chicken recipe using homemade taco and ranch seasonings.
Honey Sesame Chicken
from Thrifty Jinxy
Skip the Chinese take-out with this simple Honey Sesame Chicken recipe.
Chicken Breast
from Recipes from a Pantry
Use your pressure cooker to make the most flavorful, tender, perfect chicken breasts using fresh or frozen chicken.
Creamy Tuscan Garlic Chicken
from This Old Gal
You’ll have a restaurant quality dish in less than 30 minutes thanks to the pressure cooker.
Kung Pao Chicken
from The Halfway Homesteaders
This popular Chinese-American dish is a classic that you’ll make over and over.
Chicken Curry
from Honest & Truly
This kid-friendly Chicken Curry is ready in less than half an hour and is flavorful enough to please adults too.
Cashew Chicken
from Living Sweet Moments
Chicken breast, broccoli, and peppers simmered in a delicious asian sauce.
French Onion Chicken
from Pressure Luck
This chicken recipe is Jeffrey’s claim to fame. Tender chicken on garlic toast is smothered in a french onion sauce and blanketed with melty cheese.
Butter Chicken
from Carmy
This light version of a comforting favorite is ready in less than 30 minutes and delivers all the rich, creamy flavor you crave.
Honey Mustard Curry Chicken
from Meatloaf and Melodrama
A quick and easy chicken dinner made in the pressure cooker in about 30 minutes.
Teriyaki Chicken
from The Halfway Homesteaders
Get the wonderful taste of teriyaki chicken in your Instant Pot.
Chicken Carrots and Brown Rice
from Life’s Little Sweets
A savory, hearty and healthy meal made with chicken, garlic, sliced carrots, and brown rice.
Chicken Dinner
from Chicken Scratch NY
With some quick and simple prep, you’ll have a delicious, healthy dinner in under and hour.
Keto Salsa Chicken
from Joy Filled Eats
This quick and easy chicken dinner uses only a handful of ingredients but is loaded with Mexican flavor.
Burrito Bowls
from My Crazy Good Life
These chicken burrito bowls are quick, easy, healthy, and tasty. Excellent for those nights when you’re in a hurry.
Chicken Tikka Masala
from Honest & Truly
This delicious and easy Indian dish is full of flavor that will warm you from the inside but is still mild enough to be kid-friendly.
Salsa Verde Chicken
from What Great Grandma Ate
With only 3 simple ingredients, this will be the easiest chicken recipe that you’ll make.
Cajun Chicken and Rice
from New South Charm
This Cajun Chicken and Rice is an easy and delicious dinner idea that’s ready in just 30 minutes.
Honey Mustard Chicken
from Melanie Cooks
Tender juicy chopped chicken with a sweet and tangy honey mustard sauce.
Shredded Buffalo Chicken
from A Fork’s Tale
This flavorful shredded buffalo chicken breast is incredible by itself, or perfect as a base for tacos, nachos, sliders, and pizza!
Chicken Tacos
from One Happy Housewife
These tacos are made using frozen chicken and a few very simple ingredients. Perfect for when you need a good meal fast.
Chicken and Rice
from Such the Spot
Tender chicken, hearty brown rice, and mushrooms come together to make a creamy, casserole-like comfort dish that’s hard to beat.
Healthy Greek Chicken and Rice
from Carmy
A quick and easy recipe that you’re going to want to make all the time because it takes just a few spices and a couple of minutes to make.
Garlic Orange Chicken
from Beauty Through Imperfection
This Asian chicken recipe is a quick and easy way to enjoy a delicious meal.
Spicy Chicken and Rice
from Carmy
A quick and easy recipe inspired by the chicken burrito bowls from Chipotle.
Curry Chicken
from Bacon is Magic
Inspired by the traditional Northern India dish this recipe uses dairy instead of coconut milk.
Thai Chicken Rice Bowls
from Wondermom Wannabe
If you’re a fan of Thai food, then you’ll love these Thai Chicken and Rice Bowls.
Shredded Mexican Chicken
from Taste and See
This super-tender chicken is tossed in a flavorful sauce and is perfect for tacos, burritos, enchiladas, taco salad or served with beans and rice.
Chicken and Vegetables
from You Brew My Tea
A healthy and easy recipe for roasted chicken breast and vegetables made in the pressure cooker.
Coconut Chicken Curry
from What Great Grandma Ate
Forget takeout and try this flavorful coconut chicken curry instead.
Sweet ‘N Sour Chicken
from This Old Gal
Satisfy your craving for Chinese food with this sweet and sour chicken.
Chicken Korma
from The Starving Chef
If you’re craving some good Indian comfort food, then this traditional Indian dish is sure to make your tummy happy.
Chipotle Chicken Tacos
from Hungry Hobby
This taco meat is super easy to make and packed with flavor. Use it on tacos, burritos, nachos, and more.
Mississippi Chicken
from Simply Happy Foodie
An amazingly tasty twist on Mississippi Pot Roast.
Chicken and Rice
from Sidetracked Sarah
A simple dish that combines the cooking of rice and chicken in one pot.
French Onion Chicken and Rice
from Simply Happy Foodie
The flavor of French onion, but in a hearty chicken and rice dish! This will become one of your go to weeknight meals.
Butter Chicken
from Two Sleevers
An easy recipe that’ll give you restaurant quality butter chicken in under 30 minutes.
Honey Bourbon Chicken
from Honest & Truly
Tender bite-size chicken smothered in a flavorful honey bourbon sauce. Yum!
General Tso’s Chicken
from This Old Gal
Moist, tender, and juicy bite-sized chicken nuggets in a sweet and spicy sauce.
Spicy Honey Chicken
from The Typical Mom
Moist and full of flavor these sweet and spicy chicken bites are smothered in a delicious honey sauce.
Chicken Pot Pie
from Eating on a Dime
A warm and comforting classic made so much quicker and easier! Your whole family is going to love this recipe.
Chicken and Noodles
from Simply Happy Foodie
Tender chicken breast and egg noodles make for an easy meal that’s as comforting as it is delicious.

Chicken Thighs

Chicken thighs are a great option for dinners and a fantastic alternative to chicken breasts. They are more economical, have more flavor, are juicier, and are easier to cook with than chicken breasts.

These easy recipes will show you just how versatile and delicious chicken thighs can be!

Chili Lime Chicken Thighs
from Tasting Page
Moist and delicious chicken thighs in a chili lime sauce.
Chicken Korma
from Two Sleevers
Make authentic Indian Chicken Korma at home with this better-than restaurant-style recipe.
Thai Green Curry with Chicken
from Paint the Kitchen Red
Chicken thighs smothered in a creamy coconut curry with the flavors of green chilies, Thai basil, lime, coriander, and cumin.
Chicken Cacciatore
from Tastythin
A delicious and hearty meal, full of tender chicken and bell peppers in a rich sauce.
Chicken Thighs
from Recipes from a Pantry
This quick and easy recipe will give you tender, flavorful chicken thighs in no time at all.
Taiwanese Three Cup Chicken
from Two Sleevers
Garlic, ginger and basil combine to make an authentic Thai dish that’s bursting with flavor and will have you begging for more.
Hawaiian Chicken
from One Happy Housewife
Enjoy the delightful tastes of the islands with this sweet, savory and tangy chicken cooked with bell pepper, sweet onion, pineapple and macadamia nuts.
Butter Chicken and Saffron Rice
from Spice Cravings
Tender and juicy chicken, cooked in a creamy-buttery tomato sauce and served with Saffron flavored Basmati Rice.
Thai Red Curry with Chicken
from Paint the Kitchen Red
Looking for a Thai fix? This recipe is loaded with the flavor that you thought you could only get at your favorite local Thai restaurant.
Chicken Thighs with Potatoes
from Simply Happy Foodie
Cook two foods at once with this simple and delicious Instant Pot recipe.
Caribbean Chicken Thighs
from Dinner of Herbs
Enjoy the island flavor with with these chicken thighs served with sweet potato slices & topped with a fresh mango salsa.
Butter Chicken
from The Primal Desire
An easy and delicious butter chicken that’s paleo friendly.
Lemon Pepper Orzo with Chicken
from Yay for Food
Tasty, flavorful, and super easy to make, this lemon pepper orzo and chicken dish is perfect for a weeknight meal.
Chicken Marsala
from Confessions of a Fit Foodie
This chicken marsala is gluten-free and grain free plus it’s Weight Watchers, and Paleo friendly.
Chicken Cacciatore
from Good in the Simple
Easy and delicious chicken cacciatore done quickly, but tastes like it’s been cooking all day.
Jamaican Chicken Curry
from Two Sleevers
Enjoy this spicy, authentic Jamaican dish in just 20 minutes!
Chicken Adobo
from Melanie Cooks
Make an authentic Filipino chicken adobo that’s quick, easy and full of flavor!
Korean Chicken Thighs
from Beyond Mere Sustenance
Spicy, sweet, and umami flavors come together in a moist and tender chicken dish!
Korean Spice Chicken
from Spice Cravings
A delicious combination of Korean Bibimbap and Bulgogi made in the Instant Pot.
Chicken Fricassee
from My Kitchen Love
A classic French Chicken Stew made easy and quick thanks to the Instant Pot!
Coq Au Vin Blanc
from Paint the Kitchen Red
A rich and hearty classic comfort food with a twist. This dish pairs so well with mashed potatoes.
Mississippi Chicken
from Simply Happy Foodie
An amazingly tasty twist on Mississippi Pot Roast.
French Garlic Chicken
from Two Sleevers
A simple restaurant quality chicken dish made in the pressure cooker.
Chicken & Spinach Curry (Saag)
from Piping Pot Curry
This delicious north Indian dish features tender chicken simmered in a creamy spinach sauce.
Indian Chicken Curry
from Paint the Kitchen Red
This authentic Indian chicken curry is made with bone-in chicken thighs creating a dish that’s tender and bursting with flavor.
Butter Chicken
from Two Sleevers
An easy recipe that’ll give you restaurant quality butter chicken in under 30 minutes.
Balsamic Ginger Chicken
from This Old Gal
This deliciously sticky sweet chicken is made with honey, garlic, and ginger and is an easy one pot recipe.
Thai Panang Curry Chicken
from Piping Pot Curry
A quick recipe that brings together the flavor of panang curry with chicken and lots of vegetables.
Chicken Briyani
from Spice Cravings
A simplified, one-pot Indian meal, with tender chicken and fluffy basmati rice steam cooked with aromatic spices, caramelized onion and saffron.
Chicken Shawarma
from Paint the Kitchen Red
A quick and easy homemade pressure cooker version of chicken shawarma.
Chicken Curry
from Piping Pot Curry
An authentic chicken curry made in a simple onion-tomato gravy with the wonderful aroma of Indian spices.

Drumsticks & Wings

Are you tired of cooking chicken breasts? Do you want to cook something different but don’t know where to start? Why not try drumsticks or wings? They’re easy to cook, easy to eat, and so flavorful.

All the recipes below are easy, full of flavor, and will definitely make any night a little more special… and delicious.

Chicken Adobo Filipino
from Simply Happy Foodie
This delicious dark meat chicken is not only loaded with so much wonderful flavor but it’s so tender that it melts in your mouth.
Ginger Garlic Drumsticks
from Living Sweet Moments
This Asian recipe for ginger garlic drumsticks features tender chicken in a sweet and sour sauce and is out of this world!
Chicken Teriyaki
from Thrifty Jinxy
This recipe uses only a few ingredients to make a homemade teriyaki sauce that tastes delicious.
Chicken Wings and Drumettes
from The Foodie Affair
Chicken wings made with a flavorful spicy homemade BBQ sauce.
Indonesian Curry Chicken (Kari Ayam)
from What to Cook Today
This recipe for a popular Indonesian Curry Chicken delivers fall-off-the-bone meat in a fraction of the time.
Orange Teriyaki Chicken Wings
from Yay for Food
This recipe for chicken wings features a homemade orange teriyaki sauce and is easy, fast, and flavorful.
Chicken Wings 3 Ways
from Simply Happy Foodie
Quick and easy recipes for buffalo wings, teriyaki wings, and barbecue wings.
Filipino Chicken Adobo
from Mommy Musings
This version of Filipino Adobo Chicken is so tender and moist that the chicken falls right off the bone.
Buffalo Chicken Wings
from Spice Cravings
There’s no better game-day party food than buffalo chicken wings served with a side of blue cheese dressing.

Whole Chicken

Why spend all day making your chicken in the oven when there’s a better option? Instead, place that whole chicken in your Instant Pot! It’s easy, fast, and it’ll come out moist every time. Plus, cleanup is minimal!

Here you’ll find lots of amazing whole chicken recipes that you can make using your electric pressure cooker.

Whole Chicken with Compound Butter
from Low Carb with Jennifer
Forget roasting, this whole chicken with compound butter is made in the pressure cooker and turns out so wonderfully juicy!
Whole Chicken
from Recipes from a Pantry
Have a moist and flavorful rotisserie style chicken in less than 45 minutes with this simple recipe.
Easy Whole Chicken
from The Spicy Apron
This recipe for whole chicken is so easy… so tender… so delicious!
Fall-Off-The-Bone Chicken
from Instant Pot Family Recipes
Make fall-off-the-bone chicken using just a handful of ingredients.
Whole Frozen Chicken
from Retro Housewife Goes Green
A whole chicken from frozen to served in less than an hour.
Peruvian Chicken (Pollo a la Brasa)
from Bacon is Magic
This Peruvian chicken recipe with green sauce, or pollo a la brasa, is amazingly tender and flavorful.
Whole Chicken
from Mindfull Mom
Make a perfectly juicy rotisserie style chicken in your electric pressure cooker.

Chicken Pastas

Are you looking for a quick and easy meal that will satisfy everyone at the table? I’ll give you a suggestion: pair chicken with pasta.

Below are a slew delicious chicken pasta recipe ideas perfect for your busy family. These recipes are also super quick and super easy to make. That makes them perfect for anyone who lacks confidence in their cooking skills.

So, I’m certain you’ll find something that suits your taste buds, your busy schedule, and your comfort level!

Chicken Alfredo
from One Happy Housewife
A quick and easy pasta dish made with a homemade Alfredo sauce that’s incredibly rich and creamy.
Creamy Garlic Tuscan Chicken Pasta
from Simply Happy Foodie
Tender chicken in a rich, creamy sauce flavored with sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and finished with fresh baby spinach.
Bruschetta Chicken with Zoodles
from This Old Gal
Tender chicken cooked with tomatoes and garlic, served over Zoodles and topped with basil.
Creamy Italian Chicken Pasta
from Thrifty Nifty Mommy
A delicious, creamy chicken pasta dish that you can make quickly using your pressure cooker.
Creamy Chicken Marsala
from Pressure Luck
This classic dish is combine with a cheesy, creamy pasta and made quickly in the pressure cooker.
Mediterranean Pasta Chicken
from Homemade Food Junkie
An easy weeknight chicken dinner ready in under an hour with almost no work.
Chicken Broccoli Alfredo
from One Happy Housewife
A incredibly delicious pasta dish that features a homemade Alfredo sauce that’s unforgettably rich, creamy, and flavorful.
Buffalo Chicken Pasta
from We are Not Martha
The delicious taste of buffalo chicken in a comforting pasta dish.
Italian Creamy Chicken Pasta
from You Brew My Tea
A wonderful creamy pasta dish that your whole family is going to love.
Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta
from Simply Happy Foodie
A tasty, cheesy one-pot meal that has a ton of flavor, and is fast to make.
Tuscan Chicken Pasta
from One Happy Housewife
Creamy, delicious, and very easy to make, this pasta dish is sure to be a hit with your family!
Chicken Parmesan Casserole
from The Typical Mom
A classic dish made with pasta and cooked in just 10 minutes. It’s sure to be one of your kids all time favorite dinners.
Chicken Tetrazzini
from One Happy Housewife
With tender bite-sized chicken served over spaghetti and topped with a creamy sauce, this Chicken Tetrazzini will be a family favorite.
Tortellini Alfredo
from Simply Happy Foodie
This tasty one-pot pasta meal made with tortellini, chicken, and spinach is so amazingly flavorful and rich. When you’re in the mood for the best comfort food, make this dish!
Cajun Chicken Alfredo (Red Lobster Copycat)
from Adventures of a Nurse
If you’re a big fan of Red Lobster and their Cajun Chicken Alfredo, then this wonderfully comforting (copycat) version of their famous pasta dish is sure to satisfy your craving.
Buffalo Bacon Chicken Pasta
from Adventures of a Nurse
An adult version of mac n cheese but with some major upgrades. This pasta dish is bursting with flavors of hot sauce, ranch, bacon, and cheese. You won’t be able to get enough of this one.
Chicken Scampi (Olive Garden Copycat)
from Adventures of a Nurse
Restaurant quality taste, made in your kitchen in no time flat. This chicken scampi offers so much creamy goodness that you’ll be tempted to lick your plate clean.
Chicken Pot Pie Casserole
from Adventures of a Nurse
The same flavor as a traditional homemade pot pie, but without all the work.
Chicken Couscous
from One Happy Housewife
Pearl couscous, shredded chicken, peas, and carrots come together to make a quick and easy dump meal that’s full of flavor. This simple recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner

Chicken Soups

Here are some amazing chicken soup recipes from other bloggers.

Chicken Soup
from One Happy Housewife
This hearty, healthy, homemade chicken soup is so tasty and loaded with nourishing vegetables and spices.
Chicken Curry Soup
from Paint the Kitchen Red
A hearty, satisfying, creamy curry chicken soup brimming with the flavors of India.
Chicken Fajita Soup
from Piping Pot Curry
A healthy and delicious soup made with tender chicken, lots of veggies and Mexican spices.
Chicken Noodle Soup
from Food n Service
There is nothing better than a warm bowl of chicken noodle soup for when the weather gets cold.
Chicken Pho
from April Go Lightly
If you love this traditional Vietnamese soup, you will love being able to make it at home even more.
Chicken and Rice Soup
from Beauty Through Imperfection
A creamy chicken and rice soup made with carrots, celery and onion.
Chicken Tortilla Soup
from Two Sleevers
This authentic Mexican chicken tortilla soup packs a robust and spicy kick.
Mexican Chicken Soup
from Sidetracked Sarah
A quick and easy meal for those crazy, hectic days.
Chicken Noodle Soup
from The Typical Mom
This super healthy chicken noodle soup is so fast to make and uses only a few simple, fresh ingredients.
Buffalo Chicken Soup
from Wholesome Yum
This quick and easy soup uses common ingredients and has a spicy kick to it.
Cheesy Chicken and Potato Soup
from Food n Service
This hearty and delicious soup will warm both your body and your soul. Perfect for a snowy day.
Chicken, Broccoli and Cheese Soup
from I Don’t Have Time for That
This quick and easy soup is made using frozen chicken, broccoli and cheese soup. Perfect for when you’re short on time.
Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup
from Piping Pot Curry
This deliciously healthy soup is loaded with tender chicken, veggies, and orzo pasta. The perfect cold weather meal!
Chicken Zoodle Soup
from The Halfway Homesteaders
This chicken soup is a hearty, flavorful, low carb option that’s made with zucchini noodles.
Veggie Loaded Chicken and Sausage Soup
from The Halfway Homesteaders
A delicious and healthy soup that’s perfect for those long, cold winter days.
Chicken Noodle Soup
from Savory Tooth
A healthy, homemade, from scratch chicken noodle soup that’s fast and easy to make.
Chicken Marsala Mushroom Soup
from This Old Gal
This creamy and delicious soup is made with chicken and mushrooms.
Dressed Up Turkey Soup
from Wonderfully Made and Dearly Loved
This creamy nourishing soup is full of wholesome goodness. Perfect for that left over turkey.
Chicken Noodle Soup
from Simply Happy Foodie
This rich and flavorful chicken soup is made using a whole chicken and nutritiously hearty vegetables.
Chicken Coriander Soup
from Ministry of Curry
This nutritious soup is loaded with crunchy vegetables, tender chicken and flavored with lemon, ginger and chilies.
Chicken Noodle Soup
from Spice Cravings
This hearty, from scratch, homemade chicken noodle soup is quick, easy and comforting.
Chicken Soup with Noodles
from Recipes from a Pantry
This soup is loaded with flavor, perfectly seasoned chicken breasts and hearty spaghetti noodles.

Ground Chicken

Do you struggle to come up with healthy, simple meals for your family? You are not alone! It can be difficult to find easy recipes that are both healthy and flavorful. And, not to mention… kid-approved.

Here’s an idea: why not try swapping out the ground beef in your favorite recipes for ground chicken? Ground chicken is just as tasty as ground beef but is leaner and healthier. It’s also more affordable!

Here, you’ll find recipes that swap out the ground beef for ground chicken to create some great family-friendly meals.

Buffalo Chicken Meatballs
from Monday is Meatloaf
This no-fail Instant Pot recipe is an absolute homerun for any weeknight dinner.
Keema Matar (Ground Chicken Curry)
from Piping Pot Curry
Ground chicken curry with peas served with pav rolls is a popular street food in Mumbai.
Chicken Chili
from Spice Cravings
Made with ground chicken, taco seasoning and creamy pinto beans, you’ll love this tasty, quick ‘n’ easy chili.
Buffalo Chicken Chili
from Pressure Luck
If you’re a fan of buffalo chicken then this will be your new favorite soup.