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instant pot chicken thighs recipe

These Instant Pot chicken thighs turn out juicy and flavorful every time — whether you're starting with fresh or frozen, bone-in or boneless.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 850
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 chicken thighs (boneless skinless or bone-in)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (skip for frozen)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 3/4 to 1 cup chicken broth or water
  • Optional: lemon juice, Italian seasoning

Method
 

  1. (If fresh) Sauté chicken in olive oil with seasonings — 2 mins per side.
  2. Add broth and deglaze pot.
Seal lid. Pressure cook:Boneless (fresh): 8 minBone-in (fresh): 10 minBoneless (frozen): 13 minBone-in (frozen): 15 min
  1. Natural release: 5–10 mins.
  2. Broil if desired for crispy skin. Serve or shred.

Notes

  • Use seasonings you love (Cajun, BBQ, taco).
  • Crisp under broiler for 3–5 minutes.
  • Great for bowls, wraps, and salads.