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Instant Pot Homestyle Chicken & Veggies: Easy Comfort Food Delight

Instant Pot Homestyle Chicken & Veggies – Easy Comfort Food Dinner Ready Fast and Full of Flavor

Instant Pot Homestyle Chicken & Veggies – Easy Comfort Food Dinner Ready Fast and Full of Flavor

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup diced carrots
  • 1 cup diced potatoes
  • 1 cup chopped celery
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Turn on the Instant Pot and select the sauté function. Add olive oil.
  2. Once the oil is hot, add the chicken breasts and sear on both sides until browned.
  3. Remove chicken and add onions, garlic, carrots, potatoes, and celery. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add the chicken back to the pot along with the chicken broth, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  5. Close the lid, seal the vent, and cook on high pressure for 10 minutes.
  6. Allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes, then quick release any remaining pressure.
  7. Shred the chicken and stir everything together before serving.

Notes

  • For thicker soup, mash some of the potatoes while stirring.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables like green beans or peas.

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Keywords: Instant Pot, Chicken, Comfort Food, Quick Dinner