Instant Pot Lemon Chicken Thighs
Instant Pot Lemon Chicken Thighs are a mouthwatering one-pot meal that elevates your dinner experience in just 30 minutes. Juicy bone-in chicken thighs are infused with zesty lemon juice, aromatic garlic, and fresh herbs, creating a dish that bursts with flavor and comfort. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests, this recipe is sure to have everyone at the table clamoring for more.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs
- 2 lemons (juiced)
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tsp fresh thyme
- 1 tbsp honey
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients. Chop garlic and juice lemons.
- Set your Instant Pot to ‘Sauté’ mode and heat olive oil. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Place chicken thighs skin-side down in the pot and brown for about 5 minutes. Flip and brown for another 3 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth, lemon juice, sprinkle thyme, and drizzle with honey.
- Seal the lid and cook on high pressure for 8 minutes. Quick release steam carefully once done.
- Serve over rice or alongside roasted vegetables, drizzling with any remaining sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (150g)
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
Keywords: - For extra sweetness, add more honey or try lime juice for a different citrus twist. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days.