Step 1

Line an instant pot with the trivet insert

Step 2

Pour the chicken stock into the base of the instant pot

Step 3

Place the chicken into a large bowl (if using frozen chicken, make sure the breasts are separated)

Step 4

Sprinkle with the italian seasoning, garlic powder, brown sugar, salt and pepper toss to coat

Step 5

Place the seasoned chicken into the instant pot (in a single layer), secure the lid and put the vent in the closed position.Pressure cook on high for 10 minutes (for fresh) or 15 minutes (for frozen)

Step 6

It will take about 10 minutes to come to pressure

Step 7

When the cook time is finished, you can wait for the pressure to release naturally or carefully move the vent a little at a time for a quick release

Step 8

Do a quick check to make sure the chicken’s internal temperature registers 165° on an instant read thermometer.