Step 1

Turn Instant Pot to sauté setting.

Step 2

Season the chicken tenders on all sides with the salt, pepper, garlic powder, oregano and smoked paprika.

Step 3

When display on Instant Pot says HOT add in the olive oil. Add the chicken tenders in one layer. Let them brown for 2 minutes then turn over and brown for 2 minutes on the other side. Use tongs and place them on a plate.

Step 4

Add in the onions and sauté for 2-3 minutes.

Step 5

Pour in the lemon juice and broth and scrape bottom of pot so that nothing is sticking. Turn off Instant Pot.

Step 6

Add in the butter, garlic, lemon zest and the chicken pieces.

Step 7

Cover Instant Pot and secure the lid. Make sure valve is set to sealing. Set the manual/pressure cook button 2 minutes on LOW pressure. When time is up let pot sit for 5-10 minutes and then move valve to venting. Remove the lid.

Step 8

Stir in the cream and Romano cheese and spinach, if using. If the sauce needs to be thickened make a cornstarch slurry and stir it in on the sauté setting.

Step 9

Serve and enjoy!