Instant Pot Lemon Chicken Thighs That Melt in Your Mouth

Enjoy tender and flavorful Instant Pot Lemon Chicken Thighs in just 5 minutes. A family-friendly dinner option that’s easy to make and bursting with taste.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 5

Pressure Building Time 10

Total Time 20

Servings: 4 thighs

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Seasoning

1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 tablespoon Lemon Zest fresh is best
2 cloves Garlic minced or powdered
1 teaspoon Kosher Salt adjust to taste
1 teaspoon Black Pepper freshly ground, adjust to taste

For the Chicken

4 pieces Chicken Thighs skinless and boneless recommended
2 tablespoons Canola Oil or olive oil

For Cooking Liquid

1 cup Chicken Stock can substitute with pineapple or apple juice
2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice bottled can be used

Equipment

Instant Pot

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Combine fresh thyme, lemon zest, minced garlic, kosher salt, and black pepper in a bowl to prepare the seasoning mix.
Brush the chicken thighs with half of the canola oil and sear in the Instant Pot on the 'Sauté' function for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Insert a metal trivet into the pot, pour in chicken stock and fresh lemon juice to create a steaming base.
Place the seared chicken thighs on the trivet, seal the lid, and cook on high pressure for 5 minutes.
Quick release the pressure and open the lid to reveal tender chicken.
Serve the chicken immediately with the sauce drizzled on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1thighCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 350mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish is low in gluten and rich in lean protein, perfect for a balanced diet.

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