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Instant Pot Chicken and Potatoes

Published: Jan 18, 2023 · Modified: Mar 25, 2023 by Lara Clevenger, Registered Dietitian This post may contain affiliate links - read my disclaimer for full details... Leave a Comment

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These Instant Pot Chicken and Potatoes are perfect for when you need a quick and easy dinner! You'll love these super juicy chicken breasts and tender potatoes. It's ready in less than 40 minutes, most of which is hands off!

Cooked and seasoned chicken breast with quartered potatoes on a white plate.
Table of Contents
  • Instant Pot Chicken and Potatoes
  • Why you'll love this easy instant pot chicken recipe
  • Ingredients
  • Tips & Tricks
  • Tools to make this easy recipe
  • How to make instant pot chicken and potatoes?
  • Stovetop Directions
  • Substitutions
  • What to serve with chicken breast
  • How to store
  • How to reheat
  • FAQs
  • More Chicken Instant Pot Recipes
  • Instant Pot Chicken and Potatoes
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Instant Pot Chicken and Potatoes

If you're a meat and potatoes guy or gal, you'll love making this easy chicken and potatoes recipe in your Instant Pot!

Chicken and potatoes are pantry staples and make a healthy killer combination for a weeknight dinner. You can make this meal fast and easy using your pressure cooker.

Cooked and sliced chicken with quartered potatoes on a white plate.

Why you'll love this easy instant pot chicken recipe

  • It's gluten-free! There is no need to worry about running into any pesky gluten in this recipe. Chicken and potatoes are naturally free of gluten.
  • This meal is high in protein. Chicken breasts are a great source of lean protein.
  • It's easy for meal prepping. If you need a simple, budget-friendly recipe for meal prepping, look no further. Just double the recipe for four delicious grab-n-go lunches.

Ingredients

  • russet potatoes 
  • boneless skinless chicken breast
  • avocado oil
  • seasonings: salt, pepper, fresh garlic 
  • chicken broth (or stock or bone broth)
Russet potatoes, two boneless skinless chicken breasts, avocado oil, salt and pepper, garlic cloves, and chicken broth on a white counter.

Tips & Tricks

  • If you are new to using an instant pot, read the manual to ensure you understand how to use it properly. Even if you are an instant pot virtuoso, give the manual a look through; you might learn something that ups your game.
  • Never stuff your instant pot. It's important not to overfill it to ensure even pressure and proper cooking. There is a max fill line in the inner pot, make sure you don't fill above that. Plus the more food you have in it, the longer it will take to come up to pressure.
  • For a little extra flavor, you can try browning your chicken breasts first, either in a pan with oil or some instant pots have a browning option.
  • Don't forget to wash your potatoes! You can pour 2-3 tablespoons of white vinegar in a bowl of warm water and soak the potatoes for a few minutes, then rinse them under the tap while scrubbing them with your hands.

Tools to make this easy recipe

instant pot set to 10 minutes

How to make instant pot chicken and potatoes?

  1. Cut the potatoes in chunks (cut them in half long ways and then cut them into thirds)
  2. In a medium bowl add the chicken breasts, avocado oil, salt, pepper, and minced garlic. Coat chicken evenly with oil and spices.
  3. Place the chunks of potatoes in the bottom of the Instant Pot (no trivet needed). Place the chicken on top of the potatoes.
  4. Next, add the chicken broth.
  5. Place the lid on the Instant Pot, and make sure the knob is set to seal. Cook on Manual, high pressure for 15 minutes. 
  6. Once the timer goes off, perform a natural pressure release for 5 minutes and then manually remove the rest of the pressure.
  7. Remove the lid from the Instant Pot and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing
Sliced raw potatoes on a wooden cutting board.
Cut potatoes in half.
Sliced raw potatoes on a wooden cutting board.
Cut halved potatoes in thirds.
Two raw chicken breasts in a glass bowl.
Place chicken in a bowl.
Two raw seasoned chicken breasts in a glass bowl.
Add oil, seasoning, and garlic.
Raw quartered potatoes setting inside an instant pot.
Place potatoes in instant pot.
Two chicken breasts and potatoes cooking in an instant pot.
Set chicken on top of potatoes.
Instant Pot set to fifteen minutes.
Cook on Manual, high pressure for 15 minutes.
Two chicken breasts and potatoes cooking in an instant pot.
Let the chicken rest for 5 min.
Cooked and seasoned chicken breast with quartered potatoes on a white plate.
Serve immediatley.

Stovetop Directions

If you don't have an instant pot, you can use your stovetop for this recipe.

First, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Once boiling, carefully add the potatoes to the water and boil for 15 minutes. The potatoes are done when they can be easily pierced with a fork. Drain and set aside.

Heat a small amount of oil in a frying pan on medium heat. Lightly pound the chicken breast with a meat tenderizer or a rolling pin until ¾ inch thick. Dry the chicken breast with a paper towel and season.

Add the seasoned breasts to the hot frying pan. Cook covered until golden brown on each side and the thermometer reads 165 degrees internal temperature in the thickest part of the chicken.

If the outside is browning too quickly and the inside is not cooked, add ¼ cup of water to the pan and cover until the inside is thoroughly cooked.

Once the chicken is done, let it rest for five minutes before slicing. Then, plate the chicken and potatoes and serve them immediately.

Substitutions

Avacado oil is a heat-stable cooking oil making it a healthier choice for frying, but it can be substituted with any high-heat-stable oil like safflower or olive oil.

Cooked and seasoned chicken breast with quartered potatoes on a white plate with an instant pot in the background.

What to serve with chicken breast

The great thing about chicken is that it goes with any side dish. If you're not feeling potatoes, you can go for a less starchy option like Air Fryer Parmesan Asparagus or Instant Pot Cauliflower.

It also goes well with Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts and Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice.

How to store

  • Store leftovers in a glass container for up to five days.

How to reheat

You can reheat your left overs in the oven at 350 degree on a baking sheet for 10-15 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees.

For a quicker option, reheat in a microwave safe container for 3-5 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees.

Two chicken breasts and potatoes cooking in an instant pot.

FAQs

Can I make this recipe in a slow cooker?

Yes, keep everything in the instant pot recipe the same except the cooking time. You can set the slow cooker to high for two to three hours or until the internal temerature of the thickest part of the chicken reads 165 degrees and the potatoes can be easily pierced with a fork.

Can I use frozen chicken?

Yes, thaw the chicken in the fridge for at least 24 hours, thaw it under cold running water in a bowl in the kitchen sink, or just cook it frozen but the cook time will take longer. Try an extra ten minutes.

Can I double the recipe and keep the same cook times?

Yes, you can keep the same cook time but the instant pot will take longer to come to pressure and make sure you don't surpass the max fill line.

Can I just quick release?

NEVER use quick release when cooking any kind of meat! It’s a sure fire way to make your meat come out tough!

Can I substitute with chicken thighs?

Of course! You can even try my Instant Pot Chicken Thighs and Rice or Easy Instant Pot Shredded Chicken Thighs.

Can I use chicken tenderloins?

You can but fresh chicken tenderloins cook faster than chicken breasts, so the potatoes won't be done if you cook them together. To avoid this, try cooking them seperately or using frozen tenders as they will take longer to cook (this method may require trial and error).

cooked chicken and potatoes on a white plate topped with parsley

More Chicken Instant Pot Recipes

If you loved this Instant Pot Chicken Breasts and Potatoes Recipe, check out these other recipes.

  • Instant Pot Chicken and Mushrooms
  • Instant Pot Chicken Thighs and Rice
  • Instant Pot Shredded Chicken Breast
  • Instant Pot Frozen Shredded Chicken Breasts
  • Easy Instant Pot Shredded Chicken Thighs
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Cooked and seasoned chicken breast with quartered potatoes on a white plate.

Instant Pot Chicken and Potatoes

Lara Clevenger, Registered Dietitian
These Instant Pot Chicken and Potatoes are an easy weeknight dinner meal! Done in less than 40 minutes. Not only is this recipe high in protein, it’s also gluten-free.
5 from 2 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Come to pressure time 12 minutes mins
Total Time 32 minutes mins
Course Entree
Cuisine American
Servings 2 people
Calories 755 kcal

Equipment

  • Instant Pot

Ingredients
  

  • 5 russet potatoes small
  • 2 chicken breast boneless skinless
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth or stock or bone broth
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Instructions
 

  • Cut the potatoes in chunks (cut them in half long ways and then cut them into thirds)
  • In a medium bowl add the chicken breasts, avocado oil, salt, pepper, and minced garlic. Coat chicken evenly with oil and spices.
  • Place the chunks of potatoes in the bottom of theInstant Pot (no trivet needed). Place the chicken on top of the potatoes.
  • Next add in the chicken broth.
  • Place the lid on the Instant Pot, make sure the knob is set to sealed. Cook on Manual, high pressure for 15 minutes.
  • Once the timer goes off, perform a natural pressure release for 5 minutes and then manually remove the rest of the pressure.
  • Remove the lid from the Instant Pot and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

Notes

This recipe may serve up to four people depending on the size of the chicken breasts. 

Nutrition

Calories: 755kcalCarbohydrates: 99gProtein: 60gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 147mgSodium: 1888mgPotassium: 3103mgFiber: 7gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 79IUVitamin C: 34mgCalcium: 96mgIron: 6mg
Keyword 4 oz chicken breast, instant pot, pressure cooker
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