Instant Pot Chicken Parmesan Recipe

Instant Pot Chicken Parmesan Recipe

If you don’t have much time and want a quick meal, then this instant pot chicken parmesan recipe is one that you should consider. This classic chicken parmesan dish is a family staple and its juicy and tender chicken with its tasteful sauce is a top experience for many people.

With an instant pot, almost every dish becomes easy and quick to make, chicken parmesan isn’t any different, this recipe takes advantage of that. Whenever you are busy but need to quickly make something that is not just filling but healthy and delicious and won’t cost much time, then the instant pot chicken parmesan recipe is what you need to follow. I have been making this and would highly recommend to anyone in similar situation as myself.

Let’s get into the process of making this.

How to Prepare Instant Pot Chicken Parmesan

You don’t have to stress yourself when it comes to preparing the instant pot chicken parmesan, as it uses simple ingredients and instructions. Below you’ll find everything you need to make this recipe at home.

Ingredients for Preparing Instant Pot Chicken Parmesan Recipe

Here is a short list of ingredients you need to make this recipe at home.

• 2 chicken breasts, cut into 4 cutlets
• 1 jar of marinara sauce, about 3 cups
• 1 cup of mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 1 tablespoon of olive oil
• 1 teaspoon of garlic powder 
• 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning 
• ½ teaspoon of Salt
• ½ teaspoon of ground black pepper
• Fresh basil or parsley, to garnish 

Instructions for Preparing the Instant Pot Parmesan Recipe

Here are the step-by-step instructions on how to make the delicious instant pot chicken parmesan recipe. 

Step 1: Run the chicken cutlets with olive oil, then season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning, and make sure to rub them in properly.

Step 2: Pour your marinara sauce into the instant pot, then toss in the seasoned chicken whilst scooping some sauce on top of the chicken.

Step 3: Close the lid of the pot, and set the valve to seal, then cook on high pressure for 5 minutes.

Step 4: When the pot reaches the right pressure, it’ll notify you by beeping, then release the steam. 

Step 5: Now, open the lid gently, and top the chicken with cheese, then close the lid, and allow it to sit until the cheese is melted.

Viola! your instant pot chicken parmesan is ready, and you can enjoy it with some cooked spaghetti or any other type of pasta that you enjoy.

Notes: 

• If you can’t get marinara sauce, any other pasta sauce will do a good enough job of being a substitute.

How to Store Leftover Instant Pot Chicken Parmesan

If you’re fortunate to have leftovers, here’s what you can do. 

• Place in a container and store in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• If you are planning on making ahead, you can stop right before adding the cheese, then place it in a freezer-safe container and freeze for up to 3 months. Allow to thaw in the fridge overnight, then after reheating, add in the cheese and allow to melt just like normal.

Instant Pot Chicken Parmesan Recipe

This evergreen dish is a family favorite, and its juicy chicken with sauce all tastes wonderfully despite its just a quick meal. This instant pot chicken parmesan recipe is easy to prepare and uses simple ingredients.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Servings: 4

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 522

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

  

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• 2 chicken breasts cut into 4 cutlets
• 1 jar of marinara sauce about 3 cups
• 1 cup of mozzarella cheese shredded
• 1 tablespoon of olive oil
• 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning
• ½ teaspoon of Salt
• ½ teaspoon of ground black pepper
• Fresh basil or parsley to garnish

Equipment

• Pressure cooker or instat pot

Method

 

1. Run the chicken cutlets with olive oil, then season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning, and make sure to rub them in properly.
2. Pour your marinara sauce into the instant pot, then toss in the seasoned chicken whilst scooping some sauce on top of the chicken.
3. Close the lid of the pot, and set the valve to seal, then cook on high pressure for 5 minutes.
4. When the pot reaches the right pressure, it'll notify you by beeping, then release the steam.
5. Now, open the lid gently, and top the chicken with cheese, then close the lid, and allow it to sit until the cheese is melted.

Nutrition

Calories: 522kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 51gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 131mgSodium: 1019mgPotassium: 1191mgFiber: 4gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 771IUVitamin C: 11mgCalcium: 186mgIron: -2mg

Notes

• If you can’t get marinara sauce, any other pasta sauce will do a good enough job of being a substitute.

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This instant pot chicken parmesan recipe is one that you can easily try out on busy weekdays if you want a delightful meal. It is easy to prepare and tastes delicious so it has everything going for it. When you try out this recipe, make sure to drop a comment below.

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