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Instant Pot® Chipotle Marinated Chicken

Prep Time15 mins
Cook Time6 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 233kcal
Author: Amanda

Equipment

  • Instant Pot
  • Measuring Spoon
  • Measuring Cup
  • Rubber Spatula
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Blender or Food Processor
  • Can Opener

Ingredients

  • 2 chipotle peppers Canned Chipotles in Adodo Sauce
  • 3 Tbsp Olive Oil
  • 2 cloves Garlic cloves
  • 0.5 cup, chopped White Onion
  • 2 tsp Paprika
  • 1 tsp Chili Powder
  • 0.5 tsp Ground Black Pepper
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 2, sliced in half lengthwise Chicken Breast

Instructions

  • Place all of the ingredients except the chicken breast and 1 tablespoon of oil in a blender or food processor. Puree the mix until smooth.
  • Place the chicken breasts in a bowl or in a large ziplock bag. Pour the pureed marinade over the chicken and either cover the bowl with plastic wrap or seal the bag. Place in the fridge for at least one hour or overnight.
  • Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to the Instant Pot® and press the ‘saute’ button. Let the oil heat for a minute and then add the marinated chicken breast, reserving the marinade. Sear the chicken on each side for two minutes.
  • Remove the chicken from the pot and add the marinade. Add the Instant Pot® trivet to the pot and then return the chicken breast to the pot, placing it on top of the trivet.
  • Place the lid on the Instant Pot® seal, turning the steamer valve to ‘seal’. Press the “manual” button and set the timer for 6 minutes on High pressure. Once the cooking cycle is completed, let the steam naturally release from the pot the open the lid.
  • Serve the chicken while warm with the sauce from the Instant pot and your choice of sides!