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Step 1
Season the chicken thighs on both sides with salt and pepper to taste.
Step 2
Add the olive oil and 1 teaspoon of the sesame oil to the instant pot and turn to saute.
Step 3
When the oil is hot, add the seasoned chicken thighs and sear for 2-3 minutes until golden brown on each side.
Step 4
Remove the chicken thighs from the pot to a plate. Pour the chicken broth into the pot and use a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
Step 5
Turn the instant pot to off.
Step 6
In a medium bowl whisk together the remaining teaspoon of sesame oil, minced garlic, soy sauce, honey, ketchup, red pepper flakes, and water.
Step 7
Return the chicken thighs to the pot. Pour the sauce over the chicken thighs.
Step 8
Seal the pot and cook on manual for 8 minutes for boneless chicken thighs or 10 minutes for bone-in chicken thighs. Once the cook time is up, do a quick pressure release.
Step 9
Remove chicken from the pot to a plate and cover with foil if desired to keep warm.
Step 10
In a small bowl whisk together the cornstarch and water.
Step 11
Turn the instant pot to saute and add the cornstarch slurry to the sauce with a whisk. When the sauce is thick, turn off the pot and serve the sauce over the chicken.