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Instant Pot Lemon Garlic Chicken and Potatoes

Instant Pot Lemon Garlic Chicken and Potatoes

Juicy chicken, tender potatoes, and a zesty lemon garlic sauce — all cooked together in the Instant Pot in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs chicken thighs or breasts
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1.5 lbs baby potatoes, halved
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • Juice and zest of 1 lemon
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 3/4 cup chicken broth
  • Optional: parsley for garnish

Method
 

  1. Sauté chicken 2–3 mins per side. Remove.
  2. Sauté onion and garlic. Add broth, lemon, and seasonings.
  3. Add potatoes, then place chicken on top.
  4. Pressure cook on high for 8 mins. Natural release for 5, then quick release.
  5. Stir gently and serve with fresh parsley.

Notes

  • Use thighs for more flavor; breasts for a leaner option.
  • Deglaze well to avoid burn warning.
  • Broil after cooking for crispy skin and edges.