Step 1

Clean and pat dry the whole chicken.

Step 2

In the Instant Pot, add water, dark soy sauce, light soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, ginger, garlic, star anise, and cinnamon stick. Stir well.

Step 3

Place the chicken in the Instant Pot, breast side up. Add the knotted spring onions on top. Close the lid, set to "Pressure Cook" on high for 25 minutes.

Step 4

Once done, let the pressure release naturally for 10-15 minutes, then quick-release any remaining pressure.

Step 5

Remove the chicken, brush with sesame oil, and slice. Serve with rice and drizzle some sauce over the chicken.

Step 6

Enjoy!