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Instant Pot Creamy Chicken Piccata

Tender chicken breasts in a rich, creamy lemon sauce with capers, prepared effortlessly in the Instant Pot.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts Choose large-sized breasts for best results.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil For sautéing the chicken.
  • 1 cup chicken broth Low sodium recommended.
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream For a rich creamy texture.
  • 1/4 cup capers Rinsed and drained.
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice Freshly squeezed for best flavor.
  • 2 cloves garlic Minced for flavor.
  • to taste Salt and pepper For seasoning.
  • to taste tablespoons Chopped parsley For garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Select the sauté setting on your Instant Pot. Add olive oil and allow it to heat until shimmering.
  2. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then place them in the pot. Sauté until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove the chicken and set aside.
Creating the Sauce
  1. Add minced garlic to the pot and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  2. Pour in the chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the pot to deglaze.
Cooking the Chicken
  1. Return the chicken breasts to the pot. Seal the lid and set to manual high pressure for 8 minutes.
  2. Allow for a 5-minute natural release, then perform a quick release.
Making it Creamy
  1. Remove the chicken and stir in the lemon juice, heavy cream, and capers. Let simmer for a few minutes until thickened.
Serving
  1. Place the chicken back in the pot to coat with the creamy sauce and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

For a lighter version, consider substituting heavy cream with Greek yogurt or plant-based cream. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.