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Crispy Instant Pot Chicken Bites: Flavor in Every Bite!

Crispy Instant Pot Chicken Bites are flavorful, tender pieces of chicken cooked to perfection in an Instant Pot, offering a quick and easy meal option.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 230
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional for heat
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon water

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, combine the garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Toss the chicken pieces in the spice mixture until evenly coated.
  2. Set your Instant Pot to the sauté function and add the olive oil. Once hot, add the seasoned chicken pieces in a single layer. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until browned, stirring occasionally. You may need to do this in batches to avoid overcrowding.
  3. Once all the chicken is browned, add the chicken broth to the pot, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
  4. Close the lid of the Instant Pot, ensuring the valve is set to sealing. Cook on high pressure for 8 minutes.
  5. After the cooking time is up, allow for a natural release for 5 minutes, then carefully switch the valve to venting to release any remaining pressure.
  6. In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Turn the Instant Pot back to the sauté function, and stir in the slurry. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  7. Serve the chicken bites hot, drizzled with the thickened sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8.5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mg

Notes

  • For a crispy texture, you can broil the chicken bites for 2-3 minutes after cooking.
  • Add your favorite vegetables, such as bell peppers or broccoli, during the last few minutes of cooking for a complete meal.

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