Instant Pot Whole Chicken
Say hello to juicy, rotisserie-style meat in under an hour with this Instant Pot Whole Chicken – an easy, healthy, one-pot meal that’s ready when you are.
Ingredients
- 1 whole whole chicken (3 to 4 lb, giblets removed) buy pasture-raised for best flavor
- 1 Tbsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 Tbsp paprika (smoked or sweet)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried thyme (or 1 Tbsp fresh, chopped)
- 1 whole lemon, quartered
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, lightly crushed
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth (homemade if possible)
- 2 Tbsp olive oil (or avocado oil)
Instructions
- Pat the chicken dry inside and out with paper towels.
- Whisk salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and thyme. Rub the bird with oil, then massage in the spice mix.
- Place trivet in the Instant Pot, pour in chicken broth.
- Stuff the cavity with lemon quarters and crushed garlic.
- Set pressure cook on High for 25 minutes. Natural release for 15 minutes.
- Broil chicken for 3-5 minutes until skin is golden and crackly.
- Rest chicken on cutting board for 10 minutes before carving and serving.
Notes
Thoroughly dry the chicken before seasoning. Bring the bird to room temperature before cooking. Always aim for 165°F in the thickest part of the breast.
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