Instant Pot BBQ Chicken Pasta
Instant Pot BBQ Chicken Pasta is a creamy and comforting one-pot meal that combines tender chicken, flavorful barbecue sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta. In just 30 minutes, this dish transforms into a family favorite, perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. With its rich flavors and easy preparation, you’ll twirl your fork through bowl after bowl of deliciousness!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 8 oz penne or rotini pasta
- 1 cup sweet and tangy BBQ sauce
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 oz cream cheese
Instructions
- Set the Instant Pot to 'Sauté' mode. Add a splash of oil and sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Add them to the pot and brown for about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Pour in the BBQ sauce and chicken broth over the chicken.
- Close the lid and set to 'Manual' high pressure for 10 minutes.
- Perform a quick release, shred the chicken using two forks, then stir in uncooked pasta and cream cheese.
- Secure the lid again and set to 'Manual' high pressure for an additional 4 minutes.
- Release pressure, serve immediately with extra BBQ sauce if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups (360g)
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 98mg
Keywords: Swap chicken for turkey or add veggies like bell peppers or spinach for added nutrition. Experiment with different BBQ sauces to customize flavor profiles.