Step 1

Season the chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder and Italian seasoning.

Step 2

Press the Sauté function (Normal setting) on the Instant Pot and add the olive oil to the pot. (I use a 6 Quart Instant Pot DUO PLUS)

Step 3

Place chicken in the Instant Pot and cook on each side for 4-5 minutes, or until golden brown. This helps to seal in the juices and keep it tender. (You may have to work in batches depending on the size and amount of chicken you are using). Once browned, carefully remove the chicken and place on a plate.

Step 4

Melt ghee (or butter) in Instant Pot and stir in the garlic. Add lemon juice and balsamic vinegar to deglaze the pan and cook for 1 minute. Add Italian seasoning and chicken broth.

Step 5

Use tongs to add the chicken back into the pot. Add the carrots and potatoes. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cover and lock the lid, then turn the valve to SEALING.

Step 6

Select the Manual (older models) or Pressure Cook (newer models) button and adjust the timer to 4 minutes.

Step 7

It will take about 5-10 minutes to come to pressure and start counting down.

Step 8

When done, let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes and then push the valve to VENTING. Remove the lid.

Step 9

Remove chicken, potatoes and carrots from Instant Pot and set aside on a large serving plate. To thicken the sauce (OPTIONAL), press CANCEL then SAUTE. Add the asparagus and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until tender. Transfer to the same serving plate as the chicken. To thicken sauce, stir in xanthan gum (or arrowroot starch slurry for Paleo) and allow to simmer and bubble, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 10

Spoon sauce over chicken and vegetables and garnish with chopped parsley.

Step 11

In a medium-sized skillet over medium-high heat add olive and cook for 4-5 on each side, or until chicken reaches 165 degrees. Transfer browned chicken to plate and set aside.

Step 12

Return pan back to heat and melt ghee (or butter)r. Stir in the garlic. Add lemon juice and balsamic vinegar to deglaze pan and cook for 1 minute. Add Italian seasoning and chicken broth.

Step 13

To thicken the sauce (OPTIONAL), simmer for 3-4 minutes, until sauce has reduced and thickened up slightly,

Step 14

Add the chicken back into the pan until hot. Spoon sauce over chicken and sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve hot with your favorite sides.