Step 1

Lay the chicken thighs out on a cutting board and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.

Step 2

Turn the Instant Pot on HI Sauté .  When the display reads "hot" add 1 tablespoon of the oil.  Brown the chicken thighs on both sides in batches adding additional oil as needed.

Step 3

Remove the chicken from the pot and add the water.  Scrape the bottom of the pot with a wooden spoon to remove any burned bits.  Cancel sauté function.

Step 4

Add the trivet to the pot, then the chicken.  Seal the lid and pressure cook on high for 10 minutes.

Step 5

When the Instant Pot is finished cooking, do a 10 minute natural pressure release, then release the rest of the pressure with a quick release.

Step 6

Remove the chicken from the pot and serve.