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Quick and Easy Pressure Cooker Chicken, Lentil, and Bacon Stew

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Warm up your winter evenings with this Quick and Easy Pressure Cooker Chicken, Lentil, and Bacon Stew. This satisfying dish combines tender chicken thighs, nutritious green lentils, and crispy bacon simmered in a rich broth with aromatic spices. Perfectly satisfying, it’s not only simple to prepare but also guaranteed to impress family and friends alike. Gather around the table and enjoy a bowl of this delicious stew that warms your heart with every bite.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 4 oz smoked bacon, chopped
  • 1 cup green lentils, rinsed
  • 2 medium carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Set your pressure cooker to sauté mode. Add the chopped bacon and cook until crispy. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon but leave the drippings.
  2. Add diced onion, carrots, celery, and minced garlic to the pot. Sauté for about five minutes until softened.
  3. Add chicken thighs to the pot; season with black pepper and thyme. Brown on both sides for about three minutes.
  4. Stir in rinsed lentils and pour in chicken broth. Mix thoroughly and scrape any bits from the bottom of the pot.
  5. Seal the lid of the pressure cooker and set it to high pressure for 15 minutes.
  6. After cooking, carefully release steam using the quick-release method. Stir in reserved crispy bacon before serving hot.

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Keywords: - For a healthier option, substitute turkey bacon or chickpeas for lentils. - Enhance flavors by adding spices like cumin or paprika. - Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to four days or frozen for up to three months.

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