Instant Pot Pesto Chicken

SeasonandThyme

Pesto Chicken in the Instant Pot

Creamy Instant Pot pesto chicken is an easy dinner with only 5 ingredients and loads of flavor. Serve this pesto chicken with pasta or veggies!

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PREP TIME: 10 MIN

– 1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts – ½ cup plus 1 tablespoon pesto – 1 cup chicken stock – ½ cup heavy cream – ½ cup mozzarella cheese – salt, to taste

COOK TIME: 60 MIN

INGREDIENTS

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Step 1

Place chicken in the Instant Pot and pour broth and pesto over the top. Cook on High Pressure for 7 minutes cook time.

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Step 2

Allow to natural release for 10 minutes and then quick release the rest of the way.

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Step 3

Remove chicken and add the additional 2 tablespoons of pesto, along with heavy cream and cheese.

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Step 4

 Stir to create a sauce. Pour sauce over cooked chicken and serve.

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Click the link below for full instructions!