Instant Pot Split Chicken Breasts

Split chicken breasts made in the Instant Pot turn out extra juicy and tender. Crisping the skin quickly under the broiler makes them even more perfect.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 25 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 304 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 cup chicken broth
• salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning, or more to taste
• 2 bone-in, skin-on chicken breasts (about 2 pounds total)

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Sprinkle chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.

Step 2

Place cooked chicken breasts on a baking sheet and broil until skin is nicely browned, about 4 minutes.

Step 3

Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.

Step 4

Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 10 minutes. Release remaining pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.

Step 5

Place a trivet in a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot). Pour in chicken broth and add chicken breasts. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 10 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.