Instant Pot Chicken Breast Recipe

Method

1. 1

   Heat the Instant Pot using the Saute-Normal function. Season the chicken breasts lightly with salt and pepper.

2. 2

   Add the olive oil to the Instant Pot. Add the chicken breasts and sear for 1-2 minutes per side.

3. 3

   The chicken should start to develop some color but should not be fully cooked.

4. 4

   Remove the chicken from the Instant Pot. Add the potatoes, water, 2 tablespoons of butter, sage and garlic.

5. 5

   Place the seared chicken breasts on top of the potatoes and attach the Instant Pot lid.

6. 6

   Set the Instant Pot to the Manual Pressure Cook- High Pressure- Normal setting for 10 minutes. Ensure the valve is in the sealing position.

7. 7

   The Instant Pot will take about 10 minutes to come to temperature and then it will begin counting down from 10.

8. 8

   Once the Instant Pot has finished cooking, release the pressure manually by switching the valve to the “venting” position. Note: Be careful! It will steam and may splatter.

9. 9

   Remove the chicken breasts and set them aside. Drain the potatoes and then return them to the Instant Pot. Add the remaining 3 tablespoons butter, heavy cream, and sour cream.

10. 10

    Mash the potatoes until they are your desired consistency (see notes).

11. 11

    Serve the potatoes and chicken immediately. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.