Instant Pot Lemon Chicken Thighs Recipe
If you love easy meals, these Instant Pot Lemon Chicken Thighs are a must-try! Juicy and infused with lemon and thyme, they cook up tender in 25 minutes with minimal effort for a flavorful dinner.
Servings: 8
Calories: 180kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme chopped
- zest of one lemon
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons canola oil divided
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup chicken stock
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the thyme, lemon zest, garlic, salt, and pepper. Brush the chicken thighs with 1 tablespoon of the oil, then sprinkle the thyme and lemon mixture evenly over the top.
- Heat the remaining tablespoon of oil in the Instant Pot on the sauté setting. Add the chicken thighs to the pot and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until browned on both sides (you may need to do this in batches).
- Remove the chicken from the pot and pour in the chicken stock and lemon juice. Scrape all of the browned bits off the bottom of the pot. Add a trivet to the pot, and place the chicken thighs on the trivet. Place the lid on the pot, cancel the sauté setting, and cook on manual at high pressure for 5 minutes. Let the pressure release for five minutes, then quick release the remaining pressure. Serve immediately with whipped potatoes, cilantro lime rice, or mashed potatoes.
Notes
STORE leftover Instant Pot Chicken Thighs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-5 days. To FREEZE, let the chicken cool completely, then transfer it to a freezer-safe bag or container. It can be frozen for up to 3 months.
When ready to eat, thaw it in the fridge overnight. To REHEAT, warm it in the Instant Pot using the sauté setting with a splash of broth or microwave in short intervals, stirring between each until heated through.
Nutrition
Calories: 180kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 109mg | Sodium: 435mg | Potassium: 323mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 71IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 17mg | Iron: 1mg
