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Instant Pot Teriyaki Chicken Recipe

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  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Total Time: Approximately 30 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Pressure Cooker
  • Cuisine: Asian-Inspired

Description

This Instant Pot Teriyaki Chicken is a quick and easy way to enjoy a flavorful Asian-inspired meal! Tender chicken breasts are pressure cooked in a delicious teriyaki sauce, then coated in a thickened glaze. Serve over rice and vegetables for a satisfying and healthy dinner.


Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 1/2 cups teriyaki sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • Cooked rice, for serving
  • Steamed vegetables, for serving
  • Optional garnishes: chopped green onions, sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Pressure Cook Chicken: Place chicken breasts in the Instant Pot. Pour teriyaki sauce and water over the chicken. Close and seal the lid. Cook on high pressure for 12 minutes, then allow a natural pressure release.
  2. Thicken Sauce: Remove chicken from the pot and set aside. Set the Instant Pot to “Sautรฉ” mode. Add cornstarch to the sauce and whisk until thickened.
  3. Combine and Serve: Chop chicken into bite-sized pieces and return to the pot. Stir to coat in the thickened sauce. Serve over cooked rice and steamed vegetables. Garnish with green onions and/or sesame seeds, if desired.

Notes

  • You can use boneless, skinless chicken thighs instead of breasts, but adjust cooking time as needed.
  • If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can add more cornstarch slurry (equal parts cornstarch and water) to the pot while sautรฉing.
  • For a complete meal, serve with steamed broccoli, carrots, and your favorite type of rice.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: โ…“ lb chicken with sauce, ยฝ cup rice, ยฝ cup vegetables
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 1200mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 60g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg