Instant Pot Honey Teriyaki Chicken
Bold and flavorful Instant Pot Honey Teriyaki Chicken made effortlessly in your pressure cooker with just a handful of pantry ingredients. This is a must-make family-favorite weeknight meal to please even the pickiest eaters!
Bold and flavorful Instant Pot Honey Teriyaki Chicken made effortlessly in your pressure cooker with just a handful of pantry ingredients. This is a must-make family-favorite weeknight meal to please even the pickiest eaters!
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 2/3 cup honey
- 2 teaspoons sesame seeds
- 1/2 cup rice vinegar
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (or 6 chicken th
- 1 1/3 cup soy sauce (i use low sodium)
- 1/4-1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (use 1
- 3 tablespoons corn starch + 3 tablespoons cold water
- diced green onions for topping
- steamed white rice or fried rice for serving
- Carbohydrate 99.1957434633048 g
- Cholesterol 0 mg
- Fat 6.01493040755587 g
- Fiber 1.81482278090106 g
- Protein 2.86068893404526 g
- Saturated Fat 0.848510463003688 g
- Serving Size 1 1 recipe (370g)
- Sodium 17.6676842923849 mg
- Sugar 97.3809206824037 g
- Trans Fat 0.277752136202882 g
- Calories 447 calories
Step-by-step
- Place chicken in pressure cooker.
- Whisk together soy sauce, water, honey, garlic, rice vinegar, ground ginger, and crushed red pepper flakes.
- Pour over chicken.
- Place lid on pressure cooker, turn vent to seal.
- Press "pressure cook" and set timer to 35 minutes for frozen chicken, 30 minutes for thawed.
- When pressure cooker "beeps" to signal end of cooking time, allow a natural release (aka don't do anything) until the float valve sinks.
- Remove lid, transfer chicken to a bowl and shred with two forks.
- Use a slotted spoon to remove any pieces of fat in the pressure cooker leftover from the chicken.
- Set pressure cooker to "soup" setting.
- Once liquid comes to a boil, stir together corn starch and water and whisk into the sauce until thickened.
- Stir in sesame seeds.
- Turn off pressure cooker, transfer shredded chicken back to the pressure cooker and stir to coat in the sauce.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and serve over steamed or fried rice.
Instant Pot Honey Teriyaki Chicken: A Weeknight Winner
As a busy working mom, time is my most precious commodity. Dinner needs to be quick, easy, and delicious, and that's where my Instant Pot Honey Teriyaki Chicken comes in. This recipe has become a staple in our household, a true weeknight lifesaver. It's so versatile; I can whip it up on a Tuesday night after a long day at the office or even prep some components ahead of time for a quicker meal on a busy Saturday.
The beauty of this dish lies in its simplicity. The bold flavors of honey and teriyaki sauce perfectly complement the tender chicken, creating a harmonious blend that satisfies even the pickiest eaters (believe me, I know!). Forget complicated recipes and long cooking times; this one is ready in under an hour, from start to finish. The Instant Pot does most of the work, allowing me to focus on other tasks, like helping with homework or catching up on emails. The result is a flavorful, juicy chicken dish that's ready in a flash. The convenience factor alone makes this a winner in my book.
I love how adaptable this recipe is. Sometimes I’ll add a handful of broccoli florets during the last few minutes of pressure cooking for a healthy boost. Other times, I'll swap the white rice for quinoa or brown rice for a more nutritious meal. The sauce is also incredibly forgiving. I've experimented with different ratios of honey and soy sauce, depending on my preference and what I have on hand. I sometimes add a splash of pineapple juice for a tangier twist. The possibilities are endless! This recipe truly represents my approach to cooking: simple, flexible, and delicious.
The key to a successful Instant Pot Honey Teriyaki Chicken is to ensure the chicken is properly cooked. The Instant Pot's pressure cooking function guarantees tender, juicy chicken every time. After pressure cooking, I find it's best to shred the chicken and then add it back to the sauce to ensure every piece is thoroughly coated. A quick thickening of the sauce with cornstarch creates a glossy, flavorful glaze. Then, it is all about presentation: a sprinkle of sesame seeds and some chopped green onions transform the dish from simple to spectacular. It's a recipe that never fails to impress. And trust me when I say, this is the kind of dish that will earn you serious praise from your family. It's easy enough for a weeknight, and fancy enough to serve to company. You can serve it with a side of steamed rice or even noodles, making it a well-rounded meal.
Beyond its deliciousness and ease of preparation, the Instant Pot Honey Teriyaki Chicken embodies efficiency. The Instant Pot itself is a testament to smart kitchen technology. It simplifies the cooking process without sacrificing flavor. This makes this dish a favorite for anyone pressed for time or looking for a less stressful approach to meal prep. This recipe has been a consistent source of comfort and satisfaction for me and my family.
Give this recipe a try, and let me know what you think. I'm confident it will become a quick family favourite, too!
