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Instant Pot Creamy Italian Chicken Breasts

March 16, 2022 by Sandy 23 Comments

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Instant Pot Creamy Italian Chicken Breasts are a very delicious and easy to make. This is an Instant Pot dump and start recipe that is ready in about 30 minutes. This super flavorful pressure cooker creamy Italian chicken breasts recipe is family friendly and so tasty over pasta.

Sliced Pressure Cooker Creamy Italian Chicken Breasts over noodles on white plate

 
Originally published on 2/17/2020

Chicken Breasts in the Instant Pot

People are always looking for ways to cook chicken breasts in the Instant Pot. This pressure cooker chicken breast recipe is so tasty and simple to prepare.

What I like About This Recipe:

  • The flavor is amazing.
  • It makes a good amount of the creamy sauce. Plenty for pasta.
  • The ingredients are easy to find, normal things.
  • It is a "dump and start" recipe.

What is a Dump and Start Recipe?

An Instant Pot dump and start recipe is one where you don't have to use the sauté setting to cook anything before pressure cooking.

Sliced Chicken Breasts on a white plate

Can I Use Chicken Tenders?

Yes. Since they are smaller and thinner, they will require a reduced cook time.

Can I use Frozen Chicken Breasts?

Yes you can, with a few notes:
• Try not to overlap the pieces as those areas may still be raw.
• You will want to give the chicken a little more Natural Release Time. Just a couple of minutes.
• Also, since the frozen chicken gives off water, you may want to use about ¼ cup less broth initially.

four images showing how to prepare chicken for making Creamy Italian Chicken Breasts

Two images showing what to add to sauce to make Creamy Italian Chicken Breasts

Slice the reserved chicken breasts crossways. Instant Pot chicken breasts should slice well, with minimal shredding.

Chicken Breasts in pressure cooker
Add the sliced chicken breasts back into the sauce. Serve over pasta, potatoes, rice, or cauliflower rice.

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If you make this delicious pressure cooker Chicken Breasts recipe, please leave a comment with a star rating below. I would like to know how you liked it!

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Instant Pot Creamy Italian Chicken Breasts
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Instant Pot Creamy Italian Chicken Breasts
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
7 mins
Pressure Building & Release
10 mins
Total Time
27 mins
 

Instant Pot Creamy Italian Chicken Breasts are a very delicious and easy to make. This is an Instant Pot dump and start recipe that is ready in under 30 minutes.

Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Pressure cooker creamy italian chicken breasts recipe
Servings: 4 - 6
Calories: 342 kcal
Author: Sandy Clifton
Ingredients
  • 3-4 Chicken Breasts*
  • 1½ cups Chicken Broth, low sodium
  • 4 cloves Garlic, pressed or finely minced
  • 2 teaspoons Italian Seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon Kosher Salt (or ¼ tsp table salt)
  • ½ teaspoon Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • ¾ cup Heavy Cream
  • 3 teaspoons Pesto, (made with basil, garlic, pine nuts, parmesan, olive oil. Found in the refrigerated section of store.)
  • 2 ½ Tablespoons Corn Starch
  • ½ cup Chopped Roasted Red Peppers
  • ¼ cup Chopped Fresh Basil
  • ⅓ cup Chopped Cooked Bacon (or real bacon bits), optional
Garnish
  • Grated Parmesan
  • Chopped Basil Leaves
Instructions
  1. Place the chicken breasts in the pressure cooker pot.

  2. Add the chicken broth, then add the garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.

  3. Place the lid on the pot and turn the steam release knob to the Sealing position.

  4. Press the Pressure Cook/Manual button, then the +/- button to select 7 minutes. If using smaller, thin breasts, reduce time to 6 minutes. Larger breasts 8 minutes. High Pressure.

  5. When the cook cycle is finished, let the pot sit undisturbed for a 5 minute Natural Release. Then turn the knob to Venting and release the remaining pressure.

  6. Remove the chicken to a plate and set aside.

  7. Dissolve the corn starch in the heavy cream.

  8. Turn on the Sauté setting and when the sauce starts simmering, stir the corn starch slurry into it. Stir frequently until the sauce thickens. Then turn off the pot.

  9. Stir in the pesto, then add the roasted red peppers, basil, and bacon. Stir.

  10. Slice the chicken breasts and add them back into the sauce.

  11. Serve immediately over noodles, rice, potatoes, or cauliflower rice. Garnish as desired.

Recipe Notes

*Chicken Tenders can be used.

  • For fresh chicken tenders, cook for 3 minutes followed by a 6 minute NPR.
  • For frozen chicken tenders, cook for 6 minutes followed by a 6 minute NPR.

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  1. Sharon

    August 27, 2024 at 5:33 pm

    It was very good. The chicken was moist. Will use less salt next time. Did not use the bacon.

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  2. Rhonda

    September 19, 2022 at 10:38 am

    This sounds delicious but I'm on a low saturated fat diet. I know it won't be as tasty, but do you think the taste would be ruined if I used skim milk and a tablespoon or so of cornstarch? Thank you!

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    • Sandy

      August 29, 2024 at 9:08 am

      I think it will still taste great! Add the cornstarch at the end.

      Reply
  3. Bob

    April 08, 2022 at 11:37 am

    I am a widower by myself and i need recipes for only one person. I don't mind a few left overs but not what most recipes call for. Were can I get these.

    Reply
    • Sandy

      April 12, 2022 at 9:35 am

      Hi Bob, I understand. Most of my recipes can be cut in half. If you have questions about a particular recipe, please let me know.

      Reply
  4. Mel

    March 20, 2022 at 4:53 pm

    i messed this up so much, it was still delicious and the kids loved it.

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    • Gloria

      March 22, 2022 at 10:27 pm

      Can you use boneless chicken thighs instead of breasts?

      Reply
      • Sandy

        March 23, 2022 at 1:52 pm

        Yes you can

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Instant Pot Creamy Italian Chicken Breasts
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