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Instant Pot Split Chicken Breasts

Instant Pot Split Chicken Breasts deliver juicy meat infused with Cajun spice, finished under the broiler for golden, well-seasoned skin. The pressure cooking keeps the chicken moist while the quick broil adds a satisfying crisp. Great for a weeknight dinner or meal prep, and pairs well with rice, greens, or roasted vegetables.

  • Prep5 mins
  • Cook25 mins
  • Serves4
  • DifficultyEasy
Instant Pot Split Chicken Breasts
  1. 1

    Season the chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.

  2. 2

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

  3. 3

    Use the natural-release method per the manufacturer's instructions to release pressure, about 10 minutes. Then carefully use the quick-release method per the manufacturer's instructions to release the remaining pressure, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.

  4. 4

    Position an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven broiler.

  5. 5

    Transfer the cooked chicken breasts to a baking sheet and broil until the skin is nicely browned, about 4 minutes.