Chicken Curry Recipe in the Instant Pot with Potatoes is a mild Indian dish that even kids love. Chunks of chicken, potatoes and even carrots make it a one pot wonder!

Instant Pot Chicken Curry with Potatoes happens to be one of my go-to dishes. It’s just so nice to have something a little different but not hard to make! Hello, and with potatoes it means I don’t even have to worry about figuring out and making a side dish to go with it. Bless the day.

The instant pot is going to be around for a very, very long time. I don’t care who ya are, it just makes life so much easier when you can pop everything into one place, set it and not just, “forget it” this is much faster than that! Instant pot recipes are more like, “Shoooooot! I forgot dinner! We’ve got 15 minutes, I can do it!”

Instant Pot Chicken Recipes

Whether it’s chicken curry recipe in the instant pot or bbq chicken, it doesn’t matter, electric pressure cookers make such a huge difference in dinnertime routines. Especially instant pot chicken recipes because they cook incredibly fast compared to other meats.

Additionally, I love that you can cook frozen chicken in an instant pot, but I will add a brief warning that it does lead to more liquid in the dish.

Chicken Curry

Instant Pot Chicken Curry with potatoes is chicken, potatoes, and carrots in a delicious and super simple coconut curry sauce! It’s so flavorful and can be prepped ahead of time too!

I’ve been surprised by how many curry recipes are popping up and just had to share a quick and easy chicken curry our family likes.

Chicken Curry Recipe Ingredients

Here is your grocery list for this recipe:

• Chicken Breast
• Potatoes
• Red Curry Paste
• Garlic
• Ginger (fresh)
• Onion
• Carrots
• Coconut Milk
• Coconut Cream
• Salt
• Cornstarch

The measurements for each can be found in the recipe card at the end of the post.

How to Make Chicken Curry in the Instant Pot

I promised that this was an easy meal, so now I’m going to prove it! Head down to the recipe card for all the details, but here are the basics:

• Saute the curry paste, garlic, ginger, onions.
• Add the chicken.

• Add the rest of the vegetables and coconut milk.
• Cook on high pressure.
• Sweeten with coconut cream and thicken with cornstarch if desired.
• Season to taste and serve!

What to Serve with Chicken Curry

We serve it over white Jasmine rice but anything would be great, you could even eat it alone with a side salad or fruit! And definitely don’t forget the homemade naan!

Oh man, or a mango lassi! We need to share a recipe for that.

Would you want a Mango Lassi Recipe?

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Potatoes in the Instant Pot

Potatoes are such an easy grab for dinner, but which potatoes do you buy for curry?

Usually you’ll want to just go with yukon golds as their creamy texture and flavor work well in a curry, but a simple russet potato or really any potato or sweet potato absolutely works. It’s all up to you and what you have on hand.

Is Curry British or Indian?

Curry commonly refers to a dish with spices from India.

However, the term was actually introduced by the British.

Is Curry Healthy?

Curry generally contains meat and vegetables in a spiced sauce that is eaten over rice.

Since the vegetables contain lots of minerals and nutrients, you could say it is healthy.

Will Curry Cause Heartburn?

Spicy foods such as curry are among the foods that can cause acid reflux which causes heartburn.

What Is The Difference Between Red Curry and Yellow Curry?

Yellow curry is a little sweeter, and red curry has a bold, spicy flavor.

What Is The Difference Between Jasmine Rice And Long Grain?

Nutritionally, they are pretty much the same.

White rice can come in long, short or medium grain, while Jasmine Rice is just a long grain rice.

Jasmine rice has a fragrant, pop corn-like smell.

Is Jasmine Rice Sticky?

Jasmine rice has a soft, sticky texture when cooked.

I feel like when people hear the word “curry” they run for the hills. The flavor is too much. It’s too spicy. I’ve heard all the excuses. I’ve made all the excuses myself actually, but this chicken curry recipe is subtle, sweet and a favorite of everyone in our family! Try it!

We have several other chicken curry recipes on the blog that you should also try:

Chicken Curry Recipes

• Coconut Chicken Curry
• Chicken Curry Casserole
• Pineapple Coconut Curry

And because everyone loves an easy Instant Pot chicken recipe, here are a few of our favorites:

Instant Pot Chicken Recipes

• Instant Pot Honey Chicken
• BBQ Chicken Instant Pot
• Mexican Chicken In the Instant Pot
• Cilantro Lime Chicken Burrito Bowls
• Chicken Noodle Soup in the Instant Pot
• You can find all our Instant Pot Recipes here!

And don’t forget our Instant Pot Cheat Sheet!

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My Favorite White Chicken Chili is an easy chili recipe loaded with flavor. Rotisserie chicken, pinto beans, and diced green chiles will have you loving every bite!

Honestly is there anything better than cozying up next to a fireplace on a cold day with a huge bowl of chili and cornbread?! I think not! Chili is one of the ultimate comfort foods, and this white chicken chili is no different.

If you have never had white chicken chili, man you’re in for a treat! It is much different than our award-winning chili. But that doesn’t mean anything is lacking in the flavor department! Our white chicken chili is easy, loaded with juicy rotisserie chicken, creamy pinto beans, spicy green chiles, and all the comfort you love from a red-based chili.

Anyone else with me that all chili recipes taste better the second day?! It is so true!

Did I mention that is recipe is easy?!

We are using a rotisserie chicken – you’re welcome – all the hard work is done for you now. A combination of breast meat and thighs from an already seasoned rotisserie chicken blow the flavor scales! It’s way better!

Ingredients Needed for Easy White Chicken Chili

Your mouth is going to water just reading through these ingredients! Head down to the recipe card for all the exact measurements.

• Olive Oil
• Rotisserie Chicken 
• Yellow Onions
• Salt
• Garlic 
• Ground Cumin
• Dried Oregano
• Pepper
• Cayenne
• Chicken Broth
• Pinto Beans 
• Lime Juice
• Diced Green Chiles
• Cilantro 
• Monterey Jack Cheese 

Are you drooling? I am just typing those out! Yummmmmmmm! The measurements for each ingredient can be found in the recipe card below.

How to Make White Chicken Chili

I’m going to say it again, but this recipe is so easy! It’s perfect for a busy school night! For all the details, head down to the recipe card. Here are the basics:

1. Saute the onion in some olive oil. Add the garlic and spices.
2. Add chicken broth, green chilies, and bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer.
   
3. Drain and rinse beans then remove a cup of the beans and smash them with some broth.
   
4. Add the remaining whole beans and pureed beans into the pot and stir.
5. Add the chicken, lime juice and cilantro. Garnish with all your favorite toppings and enjoy!

How to Make in a Slow Cooker

Add all the ingredients to the slow cooker, and cook on low for 4-6 hours.

How to Make in an Instant Pot

Follow all the instructions for cooking the onions and garlic above on the saute function on the Instant Pot. Add the rest of the ingredients to the Instant Pot, lock the lid and select the “chili” setting (manual setting can be used too) and cook on high for 18-20 minutes. Allow pressure to release for 10-15 minutes or quick release with the vent. Serve with your favorite toppings!

How Do You Thicken Chicken White Chili?

Chili will thicken as it is simmered.

You can thicken it more if you mix 1 Tbsp of cornstarch into 2-3 Tbsp of milk/half and half/chicken broth or water.

Add the cornstarch mixture to the chili and cook until thickened.

Does Chili Have Beans?

Chili, as in traditional red chili, does not have beans.

However other types of chili may include beans. This chili recipe calls for pinto beans.

Is Chili Spicy?

There is a potential for chili to be spicy.

Chili contains a variety of spices and peppers, so depending on the ingredients, chili can range from mild to spicy hot.

Will Chili Give You Heartburn?

Because of the spices in chili, there is a potential for heartburn when chili is eaten.

Can You Freeze Chicken White Chili?

You can freeze white chicken chili.

Place it in a container with a tight-fitting lid or in a heavy-duty freezer bag and freeze for up to 3 months.

To thaw, place in the fridge for 24 hours. Reheat by placing on the stove on medium until the chili comes to a simmer and warmed all the way through.

How Long Will White Chicken Chili Keep?

White chicken chili will keep for about 4 days in the refrigerator.

What Toppings Should I Put on Chili?

Feel free to top this chili with whatever you like! Some of our favorites include:

• Fresh chopped cilantro
• Sliced jalapenos
• Sour cream
• Avocado slices
• Tortilla strips
• Lime wedges
• Fritos
• Black olives
• Minced red onion
• Hominy
• Corn (see Elote Mexican Street Corn)
• Queso fresco
• Pico de gallo

If you have a busy evening coming up, grab a rotisserie chicken and make this white chicken chili with a side of cornbread! I’m writing this while it’s 95 degrees outside, so now I’m craving a cool fall evening just so I can make this chili!

Here are some more CHILI RECIPES that you’ll love:

• The BEST Chili Recipe Ever (Made in an Instant Pot!)
• Instant Pot Vegetarian Chili
• Brisket Chili
• Taco Ground Beef Chili
• Slow Cooker Taco Turkey Chili
• Slow Cooker Pumpkin Chili
• Award Winning Healthy Turkey Instant Pot Chili
• Cheesy Ground Beef Enchilada Chili
• Pumpkin Apple Cider Chili
• Surprise Chili
• White Bean Turkey Chili
• Dr Pepper and Chocolate Chili
• Healthy One Pot Chili Macaroni
• All our Chili, Soup, and Stew Recipes here!

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Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Dip is a huge crowd favorite! Creamy, spicy and cheesy, it’s the perfect dip recipe for your next party!

Our friends are always hosting some fun something at their house and dips are probably what they shine at the most. What is it about a dip that makes you want to dive right in? I mean, it’s hot, cheesy goodness so who am I kidding, who can resist?!!

Buffalo chicken wings are one of Cade’s favorite snacks to munch on and man, I can hardly handle the spiciness! But cool it off a little with ranch, cream cheese, chicken and cheese and I’m officially in.

What to Dip with Buffalo Chicken Dip?

Here’s a question though, when you’re serving buffalo chicken dip, what are you serving with it? I mean, I’ve seen bread, chips, celery sticks and even pitas all cut up. So what do you pick?

Now, you can worry about the method of eating said dip later, let’s get to the good stuff. We all love the cheesy spicy goodness of this dip so let’s get started!

Ingredients Needed for Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Dip

Your shopping list is short and sweet for this one, and it’s all low calorie and fat free…JK!! It’s not…not at all! But dang, it’s so good! It’s worth an occasional splurge:

• Cooked and Shredded Chicken
• Buffalo Sauce
• Butter
• Water
• Ranch Dressing
• Cream Cheese
• Shredded Cheddar Cheese 

How to Make Buffalo Chicken Dip in the Instant Pot

It’s super quick and easy to make this dip in the Instant Pot. Just 3 simple steps and you’ll be devouring this deliciousness!

• Add chicken, butter, buffalo sauce and water to the Instant Pot and cook on high for 3 minutes (valve sealed, quick release when finished).

• Remove lid, stir in ranch dressing, cream cheese and 1 cup of the cheddar cheese. Put lid on the Instant Pot and stir again.

• Pour dip into a casserole dish and top with the remaining cheddar cheese. Heat the oven to 400 degrees and place the dish in the oven. Allow it to bake until the cheese is melted.

Now you’re ready to dip just about anything into this dip and lose all self control!

What Sides Go With Buffalo Chicken?

Buffalo chicken can be served with potato salad, green salad, potato wedges, corn on the cob, or baked beans.

Now for vessels to get this dip from the casserole dish to your mouth, we like the following:

• Celery
• Bell Peppers
• Crackers
• Tortilla Chips
• Toast Points
• Broccoli (sounds crazy but it’s good)
• Cucumber Slices
• Pita Chips
• Baguette Slices
• Baby Carrots

What Is Buffalo Sauce Made Of?

Buffalo sauce is a hot sauce generally made with hot sauce, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce and butter.

Will Buffalo Sauce Give You Heartburn?

If you are prone to heartburn, buffalo sauce certainly has the potential to increase heartburn.

How Long Will Buffalo Chicken Dip Keep?

Buffalo chicken dip will keep for 3-5 days in the refrigerator.

Does Buffalo Chicken Dip Need To Be Refrigerated?

Buffalo chicken dip should not sit out at room temperature for more than 2 hours.

Buffalo chicken dip should be stored in the refrigerator.

Can You Freeze Buffalo Chicken Dip?

Technically you can freeze buffalo chicken dip; however, I’ve noticed that the dairy can separate from the cheese and chicken as it comes back to temperature upon reheating. The taste is great, but it doesn’t look as appealing.

How to Make Buffalo Chicken Dip in the Slow Cooker

To make a buffalo chicken dip in the slow cooker, place a liner in a crockpot or spray with nonstick cooking spray. Add all of the ingredients and stir together.

Place the lid on and cook on low for 3 hours.

Football Recipes in the Instant Pot

Finally, we are all fans of the Instant Pot around here (in fact, check out our Instant Pot Cheat Sheet)! Some of the MOST popular Oh Sweet Basil recipes are Instant Pot recipes!

It only makes sense to make one of our favorite cheesy football game appetizers in the Instant Pot!

It’s quick and easy and it keeps the buffalo chicken dip nice and hot and fresh.

If you want to try buffalo chicken dip in a fun, festive and football way, try our buffalo chicken dip football appetizer.

Creamy, cheesy and irresistible Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Dip! Everyone is going to be asking you for this recipe!

More Amazing Dips You Will Love!

• Homemade Salsa
• Guacamole
• Easy Homemade Hummus
• Cheesy Black Bean Dip
• Pineapple Cream Cheese Fruit Dip
• Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Dip

More Instant Pot Recipes

• Instant Pot Corn on the Cob
• Award Winning Instant Pot Chili
• Quick Prime Rib
• Cheesy Ground Beef and Rice Casserole in instant pot
• Instant Pot Mac and Cheese

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I mean, I don’t know your Grandma or her soup, but after years of disappointing chicken noodle soups this Instant Pot Chicken Noodle Soup is worthy of the blog!

Instant Pot Chicken Noodle Soup with Rotisserie Chicken

Seriously, I have tried what seems like one billion chicken noodle soup recipes. I feel really bad saying this, but I’ve really never enjoyed any at all. That’s not true, I got the best recipe ever once, but it was years ago from one of our landlords, Adele, and I’ve since lost it. Ugh, such a bummer.

Homemade chicken noodle soup usually tastes so bland and the celery is too crunchy for my liking. Not this Instant Pot chicken soup though — one missing ingredient changed everything.

I was out of onion. I don’t know how it happened, but I was. Who doesn’t have an onion on hand?? I’m a huge fan of mirepoix for soups, slowly cooking up celery, carrots, onion and garlic for soup to add a great base of flavor. However, with no onion, things would have to be different.

Once there wasn’t onion I didn’t really feel like peeling garlic either, so I hit the cupboard for garlic powder and noticed half an envelope of onion soup mix. On a whim I threw it in and my goodness, it was amazing!!!! The best chicken noodle soup recipe EVER.

And there’s nutmeg in there too. It gives an extra earthy warmth that the soup usually lacks.

Instant Pot Chicken Noodle Soup Ingredients 

We love making this Instant Pot chicken noodle soup with fresh pasta, but you can certainly use dried if that’s easier for you. In the ingredients list below, I’ve simply listed “Pasta,” but I included our fresh pasta recipe in the recipe card at the end of this post in case you’re curious how we make it!

Here’s what we used in this pressure cooker chicken noodle soup recipe:

• Carrots
• Celery
• Olive oil
• Onion soup mix
• Thyme
• Parsley
• Nutmeg
• Better Than Bouillon Roasted Chicken Base
• Water
• Rotisserie chicken
• Salt
• Pasta (fresh or dried)

How to Make Instant Pot Chicken Noodle Soup

I will never stop saying how much I love cooking with my Instant Pot. It makes prepping recipes like this homemade chicken noodle soup so much easier! Here’s how we made this easy chicken noodle soup:

1. Pour the olive oil in first and then add the celery and carrots. Sauté until softened.
2. Add the onion soup mix, herbs, and other seasonings and stir for 20-30 seconds.
3. Pour in the liquid to create the broth.
4. Add the shredded rotisserie chicken.
5. Put the lid on the Instant Pot with the valve set to seal.
6. Turn off the Instant Pot and then turn it back on and set it to “Soup” for 7 minutes. At this point, you switch the Instant Pot to a quick release by turning the valve to “Steam.” Do this carefully so you don’t get burned by the steam!
7. Once the steam has released, remove the lid, turn the Instant Pot back to “Saute” and drop in your fresh noodles (instructions for making fresh pasta are below). Season to taste with salt.
8. Serve immediately.

Tip: If you haven’t seen our Instant Pot Cheat Sheet yet, go check it out! It is such a lifesaver!

Can I Make Chicken Noodle Soup on the Stovetop?

Absolutely! We like to use a dutch oven for soups like this, like our most favorite pot ever, but any pot will do.

Heat the pot over medium heat and then add the olive oil. When the oil is hot, add the vegetables and sauté them for a minute or two. Then proceed with all the same steps listed for the Instant Pot method.

Once you have added the shredded rotisserie chicken, cover your pot with a lid and cook for about 30 minutes over medium-low heat.

When the carrots are tender, drop in the fresh noodles and allow them to cook for a minute or two. Salt to taste and bon appetit!

Can I Make CrockPot Chicken Noodle Soup?

Yes again! If you want a better flavor and have the time, sauté the vegetables on the stove top before adding them to the slow cooker. If you don’t have the time and just need to get something cooking, add everything to the slow cooker and cook on low for 3-4 hours.

Near the end of the cook time, add the noodles to the slow cooker and allow them to cook with the lid on for a few minutes. You can salt to taste and then serve as normal.

Making Instant Pot Chicken Noodle Soup with Fresh Pasta

While in Italy, we got to make homemade pasta and it was so simple, but my goodness, once you have fresh pasta you can’t ever go back to dried. It’s a cinch to make and it MELTS IN YOUR MOUTH! Who doesn’t want that?! I’ve included instructions on how to make this easy chicken noodle soup with fresh pasta in the recipe card below. 

The more you make it, the more familiar you become with how the dough feels. If you’re putting it through the pasta roller and holes and tears are showing up, just fold the two ends towards, but not overlapping each other and continue putting it through and folding it until it’s smooth. It just needed a little extra time.

If you don’t have a pasta roller, you can use a rolling pin, but make sure that you roll it super thin!

How to Make Fresh Pasta Dough Ahead of Time

If you want to make the pasta dough ahead of time, make it just as stated in the instructions. Then wrap it in plastic and store in the fridge up to 1 day ahead of time. Let it sit out on the counter for 15-20 minutes before trying to roll it.

How to Store Fresh Pasta

If you like your chicken noodle soup with less pasta, you can save some of it for later. Make the pasta as directed and cut it to you desired width. Toss the pasta you want to save in flour and store it in a sealed bag. It can be stored in the freezer for up to one month or in the fridge for up to 15 hours. Never store it on the counter for more than an hour.

How Long is Fresh Pasta Good For?

As mentioned, homemade pasta is good for up to one month in the freezer or 15 hours in the fridge. If you store it longer in the fridge, oxidation and water movement will cause the pasta to start to clump and get a green-ish hue. And trust me, you don’t want any part of eating that!

Tips for Making Instant Pot Chicken Noodle Soup

We like to use Better than Bouillon and water in this pressure cooker chicken noodle soup, but you can use regular chicken stock as well. Just use whichever you have on hand!

If you don’t want to make this chicken noodle soup with rotisserie chicken or forgot to buy one, you can also make this Instant Pot chicken noodle soup with regular chicken breasts or thighs. Simply dice the chicken into bite-sized pieces and cook along with the veggies before adding the remaining soup ingredients.

Lastly, you can definitely freeze leftovers of this Instant Pot chicken soup, but keep in mind that frozen and reheated pasta tends to be a little grainy. Definitely still delicious, but not as good as it was the day you made it.

More Easy Soup RECIPES:

Looking for a few different soup recipes other than our Better than Grandma’s Instant Pot Chicken Noodle Soup? Here are just a few to get you started:

• Meatball Soup
• Butternut Squash Soup
• Irish Beef Stew
• Slow Cooker Potato Broccoli Corn Chowder with Bacon
• Instant Pot Taco Soup, Roasted Tomato Basil Soup
• Chicken Pot Pie Soup
• Brown Butter Cauliflower Soup
• Taco Stew
• Instant Pot Turkey Chili
• Cheesy Southwestern Chicken Tortilla Soup

If you’re looking for another comfort food meal made in the Instant Pot, try this pot roast recipe!

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I’ve made this instant pot or slow cooker pineapple Mexican shredded chicken twice in the past week. That is really saying something, it’s so good!

This Instant Pot or Slow Cooker Pineapple Mexican Shredded Chicken is definitely one of my new favorites but it’s also a result of being totally lazy, so ya know, there’s that too.

I’m just being totally honest with you. I was feeling a bit worn out and needed a quick and easy chicken recipe, especially a slow cooker chicken recipe or instant pot chicken recipe as I didn’t want to be stuck at the stove slaving away.

Instant Pot or Slow Cooker Pineapple Mexican Shredded Chicken

Lately when I create a slow cooker recipe I can’t help but test out instant pot recipes as well. It seems like many slow cooker users don’t yet have the instant pot, but most instant pot users have a crockpot still. This way, no matter which you prefer to use you’re totally covered.

Our Instant Pot or Slow Cooker Pineapple Mexican Shredded Chicken recipe is perfect for Cafe Rio style salads, burritos, tacos, enchiladas, burrito bowls or even just solo with sides like our Mango Bacon Guacamole.

This shredded chicken is a cinch to make. Here’s what you need:

• Chicken Breasts
• Chunky Salsa Verde
• Crushed Pineapple
• Heavy Cream
• Coriander
• Cumin
• Smoked Paprika

Everything gets tossed into the instant pot or slow cooker and you walk away! That’s it!

Shredded Chicken in an Instant Pot

Shredded chicken in an instant pot is an absolute breeze, but you do need to remember one thing, when it doesn’t have hours to simmer sauces don’t end up quite as thick.

To counter this, drain the liquid off of the salsa and pineapple as it’s just water any.

Place everything in the instant pot and set the valve to seal.

Heat to manual high pressure for 10 minutes and that’s it!

And if you haven’t seen our Instant Pot Cheat Sheet, go check it out!

Shredded Chicken in a Slow Cooker

Shredded chicken in the crockpot is a little different than the instant pot. The heavy cream and long cook time will help to thicken things up a bit. Because of this, don’t worry at all about draining the salsa and pineapple. It’s so easy to just dump everything in, give it a stir to evenly combine everything and keep things from sticking to the bottom and start!

We like to cook our chicken on low for 4-6 hours, but you could do high heat for 3-4 hours if you prefer.

What Spices for Mexican Chicken?

What spices you use in Mexican Chicken totally depends on the dish you’re trying to create. A simple Mexican chicken could use just chili powder, cumin and salt and pepper while something more complex could take a huge list of ingredients.

This Shredded Mexican Chicken just uses Cumin, Smoked Paprika and a dash of Coriander. However, here’s a more complete list in case you want to try variations out.

• Coriander
• Cumin
• Smoked Paprika
• Chili Powder
• Cayene
• Red Pepper Flakes
• Onion Powder
• Garlic Powder
• Mexican Oregano (or regular oregano)
• Allspice
• Adobo
• Cilantro

Can You Use Frozen Chicken in an Instant Pot?

I know, once you’ve got the instant pot bug you quickly realize how little planning you can do and still totally pull off dinner. Because of this many people have ditched defrosting their meats, especially chicken. But can you use frozen chicken in an instant pot?

Yes, you really can! Now, frozen breasts have excess liquid and water so that means you might have more liquid than you planned on when it’s done.

Place the chicken in the instant pot with a little liquid to avoid the burn notice. Set the valve to seal and cook on high pressure for 12 minutes, allowing a natural release and then shredding as normal.

Can You Use Frozen Chicken in this Recipe?

This is one of those times I’d prefer you not use frozen chicken in this recipe. Because of the ice and water it makes for a less flavorful sauce. If you need to use frozen, cook the chicken first with the salsa, then drain off excess water, add the remaining ingredients and cook for another 5 minutes.

Can You Used Tomatillo Salsa?

Salsa verde is the same as tomatillo salsa, but many are made in different ways. Please use whichever brand and heat you prefer in your family. All will make a delicious Mexican Shredded Chicken!

Can You Make this Chicken Ahead of Time?

Instant Pot or Slow Cooker Pineapple Mexican Shredded Chicken is a really great recipe to make ahead of time. You can even make it a whole day ahead of time and the flavor holds up really well for enjoying the next day.

• How Long will Mexican Shredded Chicken keep in the fridge?

You can store this shredded chicken up to 4 days in a sealed container in the fridge. After this point you should really discard the meat as it could make you sick over time.

Chicken RECIPES

Looking for more CHICKEN recipes? 

• Roasted Tomatillo Chicken Enchiladas
• Mexican Poblano Instant Pot Chicken
• Bottom of the Jar Chicken
• Quick and Easy Cornflakes Ranch Chicken
• Smothered Honey Lime Chicken Burritos
• Easy Instant Pot Honey Chicken

More Crock Pot Recipes:

• Slow Cooker Chicken and Rice
• Slow Cooker Pumpkin Chili
• Crock Pot Cafe Rio Chicken
• Slow Cooker Beef Brisket
• Slow Cooker Smothered BBQ Beef
• Roast Chicken in a Crockpot
• Slow Cooker Potato Broccoli Corn Chowder with Bacon
• Sweet and Sour Meatballs in the Slow Cooker
• Asian Sticky Slow Cooker Ribs
• Chili Sauce and Grape Jelly Slow Cooker Meatballs
• Slow Cooker Korean BBQ Beef
• Slow Cooker Garlic Chicken
• Chicken Carnitas
• All our CROCKPOT and SLOW COOKER recipes here!

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This is it!! my favorite shredded chicken recipe to make in the instant pot! Our Mexican Poblano Instant Pot Chicken is so simple but it is so flavorful!

Are we all still on this instant pot bandwagon? I’ll admit, we fell off of it a bit this summer as we were grilling so much, but with fall just around the corner we can’t help but bust out the ol’ electric pressure cooker again and this Mexican Poblano Instant Pot Chicken was just the right recipe to start with because oh my goodness it has got flavor!!!

I’m not just looking for a good shredded chicken recipe, or a Mexican chicken recipe, I want a hole in the wall, favorite Mexican restaurant worthy chicken recipe. One with actual flavor but without the long spice list and hours upon hours of cooking.

And I found it.

This is the BEST Instant Pot Chicken Recipe ever.

Years ago Cade made me this Poblano Braised Beef Tacos recipe that I fell head over heals in love with. It’s so good!!  I’d occasionally seen the Poblano Peppers in the store and wondered what to make with Poblano Peppers. Slow roasted meats is the perfect solution (or stuffed peppers which is a huge hit!!

This Mexican Poblano Instant Pot Chicken is fall apart tender, full of flavor, totally not spicy and so easy to make. I’ve made enough shredded Mexican chicken recipes to know that not all of them turn out juicy and crave-able, but this, ohhhhhh my goodness, you’re wearing crazy pants if you don’t make it.

I mean, just look how juicy and tender that chicken is!!

Is an Instant Pot and Crock Pot the Same Thing?

A crock pot or slow cooker cooks at a lower temperature with a lid that can be removed at any time. You can dump everything in the slow cooker and cook an entire meal without turning on your oven and in the case of roasts, that slow cook time and low heat lead to a fall apart meat.

When the Instant Pot Says Burn

There are many different reasons that your instant pot can come up with the message “BURN”.

1. Food Stuck to the Bottom of the pot- Check the pot and see if there’s food stuck to it. If there is, use a wooden spoon or plastic spatula to scrape it off.
2. Too Little Liquid in the Pot- Liquid is what helps the instant pot come to the correct pressure, so if you don’t have enough in there you may end up with a burn notice.
3. You’re Burning Your Food- It seems funny to say, but you may actually be burning your food. Especially when cooking the peppers and onions. Make sure you have enough fat in there and are moving the peppers and onions so that things don’t sit and burn.
4. Your Food is Thick and not as liquid– Our Award Winning Instant Pot Chili is an easy example. It’s thicker and can sometimes lead to a burn notice. Stir your food well and add more liquid if needed.

What Instant Pot to Buy

We get asked all the time what instant pot to buy. I truly believe that for most families the 6 qt 7 in 1 Instant Pot is the best size with the best functionality. Smaller and it’s hard to cook extra for leftovers or for freezing, or for feeding guests, bigger and you better be feeding a crowd.

Can the Instant Pot Cook Frozen Chicken

The instant pot can cook frozen chicken. It’s a really great thing too because sometimes, no matter how awesome you are, you forget to get the meat out to defrost.

However, that being said, this Mexican Poblano Instant Pot Chicken is best if you have defrosted the chicken so that,

1. You can properly brown the chicken
2. The ice on the chicken doesn’t lead to more liquid than you need which would lead to less flavorful chicken.

How to Cook Frozen Chicken in the Instant Pot

If you find yourself stuck in a bind and need to cook the chicken from frozen in the instant pot, here’s how you do it.

1. Cook your peppers and onions like normal
2. Place all other ingredients in the pressure cooker.
3. Close the lid and turn vent to sealed.
4. For Frozen Chicken, cook on poultry setting on high pressure for 10 minutes.
5. Allow a natural release.

If you need to know how to cook any other Instant Pot basic, check out our Instant Pot Cheat Sheet!

Are Poblano Peppers Hot?

Poblano peppers have very mild heat. They are less spicy than jalapenos, and add just a great flavor!

Are Pasilla Peppers the Same Thing as Poblano Peppers?

Actually, Pasilla Peppers and Poblano Peppers are not the same thing, however you may have noticed that grocers often mislabel the poblano pepper as a pasilla. In fact, both of the stores I’m closest to do just that.

• Pasilla Peppers are thinner and wrinkly
• Poblano Peppers have a dark green, thick skin and are a larger pepper, like a bell pepper, but it’s long and not short like the bell pepper.

What Poblano Peppers Look Like

• Which is Hotter, Poblano or Jalapeno Pepper?

Poblano peppers are a very mild variety of peppers so you’re safe to use them much like you would a bell pepper, in a salad, mole, or for roasting.

How to Store Poblano Peppers

You should store poblano peppers in a veggie drawer in the refrigerator. Poblano Peppers will last for about one week in the refrigerator.

• Can You Freeze Poblano Peppers?

Yes, in order to freeze: Slice or chop the poblano peppers, then place in airtight containers or heavy-duty freezer bags.

Instant Pot Dinner RECIPES

• Chicken Burrito Bowl
• Better Than Your Grandma’s Chicken Noodle Soup
• Instant Pot or Slow Cooker Pineapple Mexican Shredded Chicken
• Award Winning Instant Pot Turkey
• Instant Pot Beef Stew
• BBQ Instant Pot Whole Chicken
• Smoky BBQ Instant Pot Ribs
• Award Winning Instant Pot Chili
• Instant Pot Taco Soup
• You can find all our Instant Pot Recipes here!

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Ready in less than an hour, this Instant Pot whole chicken recipe is a life saver on busy weeknights. It’s great as is, but you can also shred the bbq chicken to enjoy atop sandwiches, salads, and more!

Instant Pot Whole Chicken Recipe

Cade and I have been so busy finishing our basement that it’s been really difficult to fix dinner, and especially to want to take pictures of it and then write out a blog post.

This BBQ Instant Pot whole chicken has been such a lifesaver because it makes 2-3 meals for us from just one day of cooking and a recipe that usually takes hours will now only take you 45 min. That’s like running to the store for a rotisserie chicken without ever leaving the house!

Our Smoky BBQ Rub from Cade’s World’s Best Carolina Pulled Pork is making another appearance in this pressure cooker whole chicken recipe, and you really should just go ahead and keep some in a jar at all times, just like you do our Homemade Taco Seasoning. We use it all the time and we don’t have to go through the hassle of mixing it all up again.

Instant Pot Whole Chicken Ingredients

This bbq whole chicken requires just four ingredients. We love having simple recipes like this on hand for busy workweeks! Here’s what we used to make this Instant Pot whole chicken:

• Whole chicken
• Olive oil
• Smoky BBQ Rub
• Apple juice

What Size Whole Chicken Should I Use?

The size and weight of your whole chicken will largely depend upon the size of Instant Pot you have. Because we have the Instant Pot 7 in 1 6 Qt, we use around a 4-pound bird.

How to Cook a Whole Chicken in an Instant Pot

Cooking a whole chicken in an Instant Pot seriously couldn’t be simpler! Here’s how we make this pressure cooker whole chicken on busy weeknights:

1. Start your chicken by rubbing it all over, and under the skin, with the BBQ Dry Rub.
2. Drizzle some oil in your Instant Pot. Turn it to the sauté function and allow it to heat up.
3. Place the whole chicken in the Instant Pot.
4. Cook for a few minutes until golden and turn over, browning the other side.
5. Pour in the liquids and close the lid.
6. Set the Instant Pot to manual high pressure and cook for 30 minutes.
7. Allow the pot to do a release for 10 minutes before enjoying.

Tip: You can top your chicken with either our Classic BBQ Sauce or our Vinegar BBQ Sauce. 

Where to Check the Temperature on a Whole Chicken

We’ve seen too many cooks plunge a thermometer into the breast of a chicken to not talk about where to check the temperature on a whole chicken. Check the temperature of a whole chicken by placing a thermometer into the meatiest section of the leg. The leg should register 165 degrees F, though thigh meat can handle being a little more overcooked — in fact, it gets more tender when it’s 160 degrees F versus 155.

The breast should be at 160 degrees F if you do check it there.

How to Defrost a Whole Chicken

You can defrost frozen chicken in cool water in a dish as long as it’s moved to the fridge within two hours. Because I don’t want to set a reminder I usually put it on a plate in the fridge a couple days ahead of time. It’s really just the easiest way.

Can a Whole Chicken be Defrosted in the Microwave?

NO. Please, please don’t defrost any meat at all in a microwave no matter what the settings say that they can do. The meat will start to defrost in some places while the others are frozen solid which means that as it continues to spin in the microwave it will now begin to cook as well, and that’s just asking for food poisoning.

I have had food poisoning twice. It’s no bueno. I literally wanted to curl up and die. Cade has a stomach of steel and nothing phases him so he has no empathy.

How Long to Defrost a Whole Chicken

Alright, we know what not to do, but how do you defrost a whole chicken? You stick that sucker in the fridge for like 2 days. And I’m serious.

Well, there’s more to it than that. Those fryer chickens, the ones that are smaller, those can actually defrost in as little as 24 hours. A bigger roaster chicken can take up to 3 days. That’s when planning ahead is a must. Remember, no one wants to be in the fetal position on a nasty bathroom floor with food poisoning.

Tips for Making an Instant Pot Whole Chicken

First, remember to well season the bird both under and over the skin as a pressure cooker is cooking things fast, but it’s not changing the flavor so make sure you season well.

Second, brown the skin a little before cooking it, not for texture but for color, otherwise the bird looks pale.

Now be warned, an Instant Pot will not create crispy chicken skin, so if that’s something you like you’ll have to pop that bird under a broiler to crisp the skin.

And if you want an awesome resource for making all the basics in the Instant Pot, check out our Instant Pot Cheat Sheet!

Instant Pot Dinner RECIPES

• Chicken Burrito Bowl
• Better Than Your Grandma’s Chicken Noodle Soup
• Instant Pot or Slow Cooker Pineapple Mexican Shredded Chicken
• Award Winning Instant Pot Turkey
• Instant Pot Beef Stew
• Mexican Poblano Instant Pot Chicken
• Smoky BBQ Instant Pot Ribs
• Award Winning Instant Pot Chili
• Instant Pot Taco Soup
• You can find all our Instant Pot Recipes here!

BBQ Instant Pot Whole Chicken

This is not your traditional slow cooker chicken recipe. This Easy Instant Pot Honey Chicken is oh so much more. Butter, honey, curry and even lemon pepper make the flavor incredible!

Sometimes it seems like we are all for dinnertime. I’ve got my meals planned, grocery shopping is done and I totally slayed this whole dinner thing. Other days, (much like last night when we had popcorn and green smoothie protein shakes) dinner is nothing but a hassle. Unless you make our easy instant pot honey chicken that is…

Easy Instant Pot Honey Chicken

There’s something so good and easy about shredded chicken recipes, huh. Whether you’re a busy mom or dad or just trying to make it through college it’s a great way to make one thing into a billion others like, chicken burrito bowls, casseroles, soups, or anything else. We like to eat this easy instant pot honey chicken over rice  or quinoa or as a burrito bowl with grilled or sautéed veggies.

Curry for Chicken

Now don’t panic. This recipe has curry in it, but even if you don’t like curry you’ll love this recipe. It has a little dijon mustard, honey and even lemon pepper so once everything is all combined it creates a whole new flavor that you’ll definitely love!

Where to Buy Curry Powder

You can buy curry powder at any local grocery store in the seasoning section. Don’t worry about buying any specialty curry powders, just stick with the original especially with a dish like this easy instant pot honey chicken.

Crock Pot Freezer Meal

When you’re looking to make freezer meals we think crock pot freezer meals (or slow cooker freezer meals if that’s what you say) as well as instant pot freezer meal recipes are best. You want something for convenience so a set and forget method will work out best.

Remember that whatever you put in the freezer bag needs to do well in a slow cooker so try to avoid things that need thickening or creams as those won’t do as well in the freezer, being defrosted and cooked in one pot. Chicken in an instant pot is one of our favorites for freezer meal prep which is why we love this easy instant pot honey chicken recipe.

How Many Freezer Meals Before a Baby

By our second I knew that I wanted a few things in the freezer so that once my mom went home and meals stopped coming in from our Relief Society (our women in our church are part of the largest organization of women where we watch over and care for one another) which is always a sad day, haha. In fact, how do I get those meals to come in this week as I’m not really in a cooking mood…

Anyway! While some people are going to say far more, I actually think 5-7 meals in the freezer is best. Getting back into a schedule and a routine is the best thing you can do for your family and your mental health as well as getting life back to normal which is what you want. Too many meals and you’re just making things harder. Too few and you are standing in the shower crying.

With 5-7 meals you can serve each one as leftovers the next night and nothing is taking up all the space in your freezer.

How to Make Chicken Freezer Meal

To make this honey chicken into an easy freezer meal, you’ll want to make sure that you make the sauce ahead of time and then set it aside to come to room temperature. When you cool the sauce in the fridge it become extra thick which makes it hard to cover all of the chicken when you pour it into the freezer bag. Just set it aside on the counter instead.

Once you’re ready to assemble, take the chicken and place it in a freezer bag, or we prefer to use a food saver bag. Pour the sauce into the bag, aiming to cover all of the chicken. Give the bag a couple of squishes to evenly coat the chicken.

Press out all of the air, or as stated above, we much prefer to use a food saver which will suck out all of the air and seal it so that you can keep it in the freezer for 4-6 months before using. I know you all think we are obsessed with that thing, and it’s true. It’s life changing.

How to Make Slow Cooker Honey Chicken

This is a really great recipe for the slow cooker. When you make slow cooker chicken you can just add the defrosted chicken breasts first, not frozen. I know many people like to use frozen but it adds extra liquid and changes the sauce in my opinion.

Next, dump in all of the  sauce ingredients and every now and again open the lid and stir everything until well combined. Cook on low for 4-6 hours. If you have more then 4 chicken breasts I tend to go 6 hours. We don’t prefer chicken cooked on high in a crockpot but if you must, it’s about 3 hours.

How to Make Instant Pot Honey Chicken

To make this instant pot honey chicken recipe you’ll want to start opposite of a slow cooker or crock pot chicken recipe. Start by turning the instant pot to saute and add in the butter. Once it has melted down a bit, add the remaining ingredients, stirring until combined.

Turn the instant pot to meat and set the time to 8 minutes. You can also use high pressure on manual. Once it’s done, let a natural release occur for 10 minutes, remove the chicken and shred it on a cutting board. Place the chicken back in the sauce, stirring to coat.

Looking for a quick and easy guide for preparing all the basics in the Instant Pot? Check out our Instant Pot Cheat Sheet!

What to Serve with Honey Chicken

We really like to serve rice or mashed potatoes under the honey chicken but it’s also good with pasta, in casseroles with veggies, over quinoa or even served in tacos!

Easy Instant Pot Honey Chicken

Easy Honey Baked Chicken 

Check out our easy honey baked chicken if you don’t have an instant pot or just want to bake the chicken.