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Creamy Instant Pot Tuscan Chicken

Easy Creamy Instant Pot Tuscan Chicken for Dinner Bliss

Discover how to make Creamy Instant Pot Tuscan Chicken with simple ingredients for a quick and flavorful dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts thighs can be juicier if preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for sautéing
For the Sauce
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced, fresh recommended
  • 1 piece Onion finely chopped, yellow or white
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth low-sodium recommended
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or coconut cream for dairy-free
  • 1/2 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning a blend of herbs
For the Finish
  • 2 cups Fresh Spinach or kale as a substitute
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese grated, or nutritional yeast for vegan
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley or Basil for garnish

Equipment

  • Instant Pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Set Instant Pot to sauté mode and add 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Add 1 finely chopped onion and 3 minced garlic cloves. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until onion is translucent.
  2. Season 4 chicken breasts with salt and pepper, and sear them in the pot for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden.
  3. Pour in 1 cup of chicken broth, 1 cup of heavy cream, and 1/2 cup of chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Add 1 tablespoon of Italian seasoning and stir to combine.
  4. Seal the lid, set the vent to sealing, select high pressure, and cook for 8 minutes. Perform a quick pressure release.
  5. Stir in 2 cups of fresh spinach and 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese until melted and mixed into the sauce.
  6. Ladle onto plates and garnish with fresh parsley or basil. Serve with pasta, rice, or zoodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 45gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Sautéing garlic and onion builds a flavor base. Ensure the lid is sealed correctly before cooking for optimal results. Adjust cooking time for added vegetables. For a dairy-free version, swap heavy cream for coconut cream.

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