Instant Pot Whole Chicken
This Instant Pot Whole Chicken Recipe is an easy way to enjoy a super flavorful and juicy chicken. A perfect dish to enjoy any day of the week!
Servings: 8
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4-6 pound whole chicken, thawed
- 1 small yellow onion, sliced
- 1½ cups water
- 1 lemon, cut in half
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Place the onion slices in the bottom of a 6 quart or 8 quart instant pot. Then set the trivet over the top of the onions.
- Add 1 ½ cups of water to the instant pot.
- In a small bowl combine the spices: paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, salt and black pepper.
- Pat the chicken dry with paper towels.
- Place the lemon halves inside the cavity of the whole chicken.
- Rub the olive oil all over the chicken.
- Sprinkle the spices under the skin and all over the top of the chicken.
- Place the chicken, breast side up, on top of the trivet in the instant pot.
- Place the lid on the instant pot and set the valve to sealing.
- Set the instant pot on high pressure for 25 minutes or 5 minutes per pound of chicken.
- Let the pressure cooker do a natural release, takes about 15-20 minutes.
- Once the pin has dropped, carefully remove the lid.
- Check and make sure the internal temperature of the chicken has reached 160°F in the thickest part of the thigh.
- Remove the chicken and place on a cutting board or platter.
- Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before carving.
- If you'd like a more crispy skin you can set the chicken on a sheet pan and broil it on high for 2-4 minutes. You can also use the air fryer lid for the Instant Pot and set it on 400°F for 4-5 minutes.
Nutrition
Calories: 260kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 82mg | Sodium: 370mg | Potassium: 249mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 23mg | Iron: 1mg
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