Pressure Cooker Poached Chicken

Use a pressure cooker on the stovetop to prepare this easy poached chicken that's perfect as a main dish, or to be used in a variety of chicken-based recipes.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 165 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup diced onion
• 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
• 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken thighs
• 4 cups water, or as needed
• 2 medium carrots, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
• 4 stalks celery, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
• 1 teaspoon multi-colored whole peppercorns
• 0.25 cup white wine

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Place chicken breasts and thighs in a pressure cooker. Add carrots, onions, celery, salt, and peppercorns. Pour wine over top. Add water, 1 cup at a time, until it covers the chicken by at least 1/2 inch, but no more than 1 inch. You may not need all the water or you may need more; this will depend on your pressure cooker dimensions.

Step 2

Secure the lid and heat over medium-high heat until the first whistle sounds. Put 10 minutes on a timer and wait.

Step 3

An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of the chicken should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Step 4

Turn off the heat and release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, 10 to 40 minutes.