Healthy Instant Pot Protein Recipes
When it comes to making healthy meals, an instant pot is your best friend. The Instant Pot is an all-in-one appliance that is perfect for making soups, stews, chilis and more. But did you know that you can also use it to make some delicious and healthy protein recipes? From steak to salmon, there are plenty of delicious protein recipes that you can make with your instant pot. Here are some of our favorite healthy instant pot protein recipes.
Paleo Chicken
This paleo-friendly chicken recipe is a great way to get your protein fix without having to eat processed foods. It’s made with bone-in chicken thighs, which are full of flavor and healthy fats. The recipe also calls for garlic, onion, and mushrooms, which add a nice depth of flavor to the dish. Serve it with a side of vegetables and you’ve got a complete meal.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Ingredients:
– 4 bone-in, skinless chicken thighs
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 onion, diced
– 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
– 1 cup chicken broth
– 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions:
1. Turn the Instant Pot to sauté mode and add the olive oil. Once the oil is hot, add the chicken thighs, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and cook for about 5 minutes, until golden brown.
2. Add the garlic, onion, and mushrooms and cook for an additional 3 minutes.
3. Pour in the chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
4. Place the lid on the Instant Pot, turn the valve to seal, and cook on high pressure for 15 minutes.
5. Once the cooking time is up, turn the valve to release the pressure. Remove the lid and transfer the chicken to a plate.
6. Add the parsley to the pot and stir to combine. Serve the chicken with the vegetables and sauce.
Equipment:
– Instant Pot
– Tongs
– Measuring cups and spoons
Notes:
– The cooking time does not include the time it takes for the Instant Pot to come to pressure.
– You can substitute the chicken thighs for boneless, skinless chicken breasts if desired.
Nutrition: Per Serving
Calories: 269
Fat: 13g
Protein: 28g
Carbohydrates: 9g
Sodium: 845mg
Recipe Tips:
– If you’d like to add more vegetables to this dish, you can add 1 cup of diced carrots, celery, or bell peppers.
– To make this dish gluten-free, make sure to use a gluten-free chicken broth.
– You can also add 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes for some extra heat.
– For a vegan version of this recipe, simply omit the chicken and replace it with 1 cup of diced tempeh or your favorite vegan protein.
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