Instant Pot Cranberry Chicken
Instant Pot Cranberry Chicken is a quick and flavorful dish that brings together tender chicken breasts and a luscious sweet-tart cranberry sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, this simple recipe allows you to create a beautiful meal in no time, making it an ideal choice for family gatherings or intimate dinners. With its vibrant colors and rich flavors, it’s sure to impress your loved ones while keeping kitchen time minimal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup cranberry sauce (canned or homemade)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode. Add a drizzle of oil and sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until fragrant (about 3 minutes).
- Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Add to the pot and brown each side for approximately 2 minutes.
- Pour in cranberry sauce, soy sauce, and Dijon mustard. Stir gently to combine.
- Seal the lid and set the cooker to pressure cook on high for 10 minutes.
- After cooking, carefully perform a quick release of pressure. Shred the chicken in the pot with two forks and mix well.
- Serve over rice or pasta, drizzling with remaining sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick or incorporate chopped nuts for added texture. For meal prep, store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.