Instant Pot French Onion Chicken Recipe

May 23, 2023 Post a Comment

Instant pot French onion chicken Everything for the instant pot from andysinstantpot.com

Description

This Instant Pot French Onion Chicken is an easy and delicious dinner that is perfect for busy weeknights. It’s a one-pot meal that combines the flavors of French onion soup and chicken, making it incredibly flavorful and comforting. The chicken is cooked in a rich, flavorful sauce of caramelized onions and beef broth that will have everyone coming back for more. This dish is sure to become a family-favorite in no time!

Prep Time

This recipe takes about 15 minutes to prepare. You'll need to start by caramelizing the onions, which can take up to 30 minutes, so make sure to factor this into your prep time.

Cook Time

The total cook time for this dish is about 35 minutes. You'll need to cook the chicken for about 20 minutes on high pressure, and then you'll need to let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes to make sure the chicken is cooked through.

Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter
2 large sweet onions, thinly sliced
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups beef broth
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. Turn on the Instant Pot and select the sauté setting. Add the butter and onions, and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions are softened and beginning to caramelize. Add the sugar, salt, and pepper, and cook for another 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions are golden and caramelized.

2. Add the garlic, thyme, and flour, and cook for 1 minute. Add the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, and stir to combine. Place the chicken breasts in the pot, making sure they are covered by the liquid. Close the lid and set the pressure release valve to “sealing”.

3. Select the “manual” or “pressure cook” setting and set the cook time for 20 minutes. When the cook time is finished, let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, and then carefully turn the pressure release valve to “venting” to release the remaining pressure.

4. Carefully remove the lid and transfer the chicken to a cutting board. Shred with two forks, and then return the chicken to the pot and stir to combine. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.

Equipment

This recipe requires an Instant Pot or other electric pressure cooker. You'll also need a cutting board and two forks for shredding the chicken.

Notes

This recipe can easily be doubled if needed. You can also substitute the chicken breasts with boneless, skinless chicken thighs if preferred.

Nutrition: Per Serving

Recipe Tips

This dish pairs perfectly with a side of mashed potatoes or egg noodles. You can also use this recipe as a filling for tacos or burritos. For an extra-rich and flavorful sauce, try adding a tablespoon of balsamic vinegar to the pot with the beef broth.

If you're not a fan of French onion soup, you can always substitute the beef broth with a chicken broth or vegetable broth. You can also add some sliced mushrooms to the pot for extra flavor and texture.