Description
This hearty Instant Pot Chicken Stew delivers comforting, slow-cooked flavor in a fraction of the time. Packed with tender chicken, potatoes, carrots, and a savory broth, it’s a one-pot wonder perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends. If you’re looking for quick dinner ideas, healthy meals, or one-pot easy recipes that the whole family will love, this stew hits every mark. It’s naturally gluten-free, freezer-friendly, and ideal for meal prepping or reheating leftovers.
Ingredients
1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts
3 cups diced Yukon gold potatoes
2 cups sliced carrots
1 medium onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups chicken broth
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
1. Turn on the Instant Pot to “Sauté” mode. Heat olive oil and cook onions for 3 minutes until soft.
2. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds more until fragrant.
3. Add chicken pieces, season with salt and pepper, and sear for 2–3 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
4. Stir in tomato paste, then deglaze with a splash of broth, scraping the bottom of the pot.
5. Return chicken to the pot. Add potatoes, carrots, remaining broth, thyme, and bay leaf. Stir well.
6. Seal the lid, set valve to “Sealing,” and pressure cook for 10 minutes.
7. Let pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, then quick-release remaining pressure.
8. Remove bay leaf. Adjust seasoning if needed. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Notes
Chicken thighs add more flavor but chicken breasts work great if you prefer leaner cuts.
Add a cornstarch slurry at the end if you prefer a thicker stew.
Freeze leftovers in single portions for easy meals later on.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Pressure Cooked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: instant pot stew, chicken stew, healthy dinner, quick dinner, pressure cooker recipes, one-pot meals