Step 1

Place chicken stock and lime juice in the instant pot.

Step 2

Season frozen chicken breasts with seasoning on both sides. Place chicken breasts in a single layer, in the instant pot with the chicken stock mixture. Top each chicken breast with a slice of butter.

Step 3

Cover the Instant Pot with the lid and lock into place. (Make sure the vent is set to “sealing”) Set to POULTRY or MANUAL for 10-15 minutes (depending on size of breasts). Natural release for at least 5 minutes. Then carefully, using a hot pad, quick release any remaining pressure before opening.

Step 4

After chicken is cooked, remove chicken from the Instant Pot and place on a plate to rest for 5 minutes. Slice chicken and transfer to a serving plate. Top with freshly chopped cilantro or flat leaf parsley and serve with lime wedges. Add salt and pepper to taste, if you like.

Step 5

If your chicken breasts are frozen together, place them in a bowl of cool water until they separate.

Step 6

I recommend only putting a maximum of 4 pounds of chicken to cook at one time to ensure even cooking. When there is too much cooking at once, it has to be overlapped which can leave cold or undercooked areas in the meat.

Step 7

If your chicken is already thawed, you will need to decrease your cooking time. Two pounds of raw chicken would need a cooking time of around 5 minutes.

Step 8

There are different versions of the Instant Pot. You can use any of the following settings for this recipe: MANUAL, POULTRY, or PRESSURE COOK.

Step 9

Some people may ask if it is safe to cook chicken from frozen. Here is a link to the USDA with more info.

Step 10

Leftover cooked chicken can be stored in an airtight container for 3-4 days.

Step 11

Ways to serve: 1.) with salsa, avocado, sour cream, and green onions 2.) on top of mixed greens for a hearty salad 3.) serve over rice with a side of asparagus 4.) Try using the chicken in this recipe. Start at step 7, top with barbeque sauce, and go from there. 5.) Meal prep and get ahead for the week by making this chicken recipe, separating it into containers and pair it with your favorite vegetables. Grab it out of the refrigerator for a quick lunch. ) Place the chicken in a wrap with greens, tomatoes, cheese, and ranch dressing.