Instant Pot Pineapple Chicken (Frozen Chicken Method) Recipe

Recipesfull introduces to you: Popular Recipes. (Instant Pot Pineapple Chicken (Frozen Chicken Method) Recipe). Forget takeout, you can make this in 50 minutes with frozen chicken and an Instant Pot®. I serve this with miki noodles but you could also serve this over rice. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions if desired.

Brief

Prep 10 mins

Cook: 30 mins

Additional: 10 mins

Total: 50 mins

Servings: 4

Yield: 4 servings

Instant Pot Pineapple Chicken (Frozen Chicken Method) Recipe

Ingredients

1 (19 ounce) can unsweetened pineapple chunks

3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce (such as Bragg®)

2 tablespoons light-colored honey

½ teaspoon salt

4 (7 ounce) frozen skinless

boneless chicken breast halves

1 red bell pepper

seeded and cut into 1-inch pieces

2 tablespoons cornstarch

¼ teaspoon ground ginger

½ teaspoon red pepper flakes

World Cuisine

Directions

Step 1

Drain pineapple chunks and pour the juice into the bottom of a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) reserving 2 tablespoons of the juice. Add soy sauce honey and salt; stir to combine. Place frozen chicken breasts into the pot making sure that they are not touching.

Step 2

Close and lock the lid. Select Poultry setting according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 10 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.

Step 3

Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions for 5 minutes then release remaining pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Transfer chicken to a warm plate cover and let rest for 5 minutes.

Step 4

Meanwhile select Saute function on Instant Pot® and select high temperature. Add bell pepper and saute for 5 minutes. Mix reserved 2 tablespoons pineapple juice with cornstarch and add slowly to the pot. Stir until mixture thickens. Mix in ginger.

Step 5

Cut the chicken into 1 inch pieces and add to the pot along with the pineapple chunks. Heat through and serve.

Nutritional Information

Instant Pot Pineapple Chicken (Frozen Chicken Method) Recipe

Servings Per Recipe:4

Calories: 364.1

% Daily Value *

Protein: 42.8g 86%

Carbohydrates: 36.4g 12%

Dietary Fiber: 1.9g 8%

Sugars: 28.9g

Fat: 5g 8%

Saturated Fat: 1.4g 7%

Cholesterol: 112.8mg 38%

Vitamin A Iu: 1166.7IU 23%

Niacin Equivalents: 27.7mg 213%

Vitamin B6: 1mg 63%

Vitamin C: 51.1mg 85%

Folate: 29.1mcg 7%

Calcium: 44.3mg 4%

Iron: 2.2mg 12%

Magnesium: 66.1mg 24%

Potassium: 602.9mg 17%

Sodium: 790.7mg 32%

Thiamin: 0.2mg 25%

Calories From Fat: 45.2

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.