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Instant Pot Chicken Thighs with Lemon Sauce

Instead of complaining about chicken for dinner, everyone will be begging for these Instant Pot Chicken Thighs with Lemon Sauce! Quick and easy and packed with delicious flavor!
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 304kcal
Author Jennifer Draper

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon garlic and herb seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon grainy mustard
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream

Instructions

  • Turn pressure cooker on sauté and heat olive oil and butter
  • Add seasoning and salt to chicken and add to pot
  • Saute for 3-4 minutes on each side until lightly browned
  • Add broth, cover, seal and set on high pressure for 8 minutes
  • Allow for 10 minute natural pressure release then perform a quick release
  • Remove chicken from pot, set aside and return pot to saute
  • Whisk cornstarch with equal amount of water to make a slurry and add to pot along with mustard, lemon juice and cream
  • Let simmer until thickened and serve sauce over chicken

Nutrition

Calories: 304kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 175mg | Sodium: 374mg | Potassium: 450mg | Fiber: 1g | Vitamin A: 430IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 66mg | Iron: 2.2mg