Step 1

In a small bowl, whisk together brown sugar, chili powder, paprika, and thyme.

Step 2

Pat chicken dry with paper towels, then season generously with salt and pepper. Rub the brown sugar mixture all over chicken.

Step 3

Set Instant Pot to Sauté. Once heated, add oil, then chicken, breastside down.

Step 4

Sear chicken until skin is crispy, 3 to 4 minutes. Use very large tongs to flip chicken, then pour broth into the bottom of the Instant Pot.

Step 5

Secure lid and set to Pressure Cook on High for 25 minutes.

Step 6

Allow Instant Pot to depressurize naturally, then remove lid and take out chicken. Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

Step 7

Garnish with parsley and serve warm.