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Instant Pot Rotisserie Chicken

Make juicy, tender rotisserie-style chicken in the Instant Pot in under an hour! This easy recipe delivers flavorful, perfectly cooked chicken with an optional crispy skin finish.
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Prep Time 40 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 285
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3-5 lbs 1 whole chicken
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or melted butter
  • 1 tbsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup chicken broth or water
  • 1 lemon, halved (optional)

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Chicken:
    Remove giblets and pat the chicken dry.
    Rub with olive oil or butter and season well.
  2. Set Up the Instant Pot:
    Pour chicken broth into the pot and place the trivet inside.
    Set the chicken breast-side up on the trivet.
  3. Pressure Cook the Chicken:
    Lock the lid, set HIGH pressure for 6 minutes per pound (see time chart above).
    Let it natural release for 15 minutes, then open the lid.
  4. Optional: Crisp the Skin
    Transfer chicken to a baking sheet and broil at 450°F for 5 minutes.
    Let rest for 5-10 minutes, then carve.

Notes

  • For extra crispy skin, pat the chicken dry before cooking.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for 4 days or freeze for 3 months.
  • Works great with different seasonings like lemon pepper or Cajun spice.