Pressure Cooker BBQ Chicken Thighs
Pressure Cooker BBQ Chicken Thighs deliver juicy, bone-in meat cloaked in a tangy-sweet barbecue glaze with hints of smoky richness. The pressure cooking keeps the thighs exceptionally tender, while a final toss in sauce adds sticky, flavorful shine. Serve for a quick weeknight dinner or a casual weekend meal when you want barbecue flavors without firing up the grill.
- Prep5 mins
- Cook35 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Turn on a multi-function pressure cooker (such as an Instant Pot) and choose the Saute setting. Heat the oil until hot. Add the chicken thighs and brown them, about 3 minutes per side. Move the chicken to a plate.
- 2
Pour the chicken broth into the pot. Cook and scrape up the browned bits with a wooden spoon to deglaze, about 1 minute. Turn off the Instant Pot. Add the celery, 1/2 cup barbecue sauce, and the browned chicken thighs to the pot. Stir to combine.
- 3
Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure per the manufacturer's instructions; set the timer for 8 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for the pressure to build.
- 4
Position an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the broiler to low.
- 5
Carefully release the pressure using the quick-release method as directed by the manufacturer, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Place the chicken on a baking sheet and baste with the remaining 1/2 cup barbecue sauce.
- 6
Broil for 5 minutes or until crisp.
- Calories 455.03 kcal High
- Protein 44.1 g Good Source
- Carbs 21.44 g Moderate
- Total Fat 22.8 g High
- Saturated Fat 6.87 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 206.93 mg High
- Sodium 775.5 mg High
- Fiber 0.92 g Low Source
- Sugar 17.64 g High
- Added Sugar 17.4 g High
- Calcium 19.83 mg Low Source
- Iron 2.6 mg Moderate
- Potassium 192.47 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 63.14 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 3.45 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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