Craving a decadent, creamy comfort meal that won’t break your low-carb goals? This Instant Pot White Chicken with Cauliflower is your answer! In just 30 minutes, you can have a rich, satisfying dish on the table that tastes like it simmered for hours. The combination of tender chicken, soft cauliflower, and a velvety cream cheese sauce is pure bliss. It’s the perfect, effortless solution for a busy weeknight when you need something delicious and keto-friendly, fast.
Ingredients
• 1 stick (1/2 cup or 113g) Butter
• 4 boneless, skinless Chicken Breasts, about 1.5 lbs, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 2 cups Cauliflower Florets
• 2 cups (473ml) Heavy Cream
• 8 ounces (226g) Cream Cheese, softened and cubed
• 1 tsp minced Garlic
• 1 tbsp fresh chopped Basil
Instructions
1. Set your Instant Pot to the SAUTE function.2. Add the stick of butter and allow it to melt completely in the inner pot.3. Whisk in the heavy cream and the cubed cream cheese until the mixture is smooth and well combined.4. Stir in the cubed chicken, cauliflower florets, minced garlic, and chopped basil to coat everything in the sauce.5. Secure the lid, set the steam release valve to SEALING, and cook on HIGH PRESSURE for 15 minutes.6. Once the cooking cycle is complete, carefully perform a QUICK RELEASE to vent all the steam.7. Stir the contents well, garnish with additional fresh basil if desired, and serve hot.
Nutritional Information
• Per Serving: Calories 700 | Total Fats 40g | Net Carbs 5g | Protein 70g | Fiber 0.9g
Pro Tips
• For a richer flavor, briefly brown the cubed chicken in the melted butter before adding the cream. Remove the chicken, create the sauce, then return the chicken to the pot to pressure cook.
• If the sauce seems too thin after cooking, turn the Instant Pot back to SAUTE mode and let it simmer for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, to thicken to your liking.
• Add a 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese along with the cream cheese for an extra layer of savory, cheesy flavor.
• This dish reheats beautifully. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
FAQ
Q: Is this Instant Pot white chicken recipe keto-friendly
A: Yes, this Instant Pot White Chicken with Cauliflower is specifically designed to be keto-friendly. With only 5g of net carbs per serving, it’s a perfect creamy and satisfying meal that fits easily into a low-carb or ketogenic lifestyle.
Q: How can I make the sauce thicker
A: If your sauce is thinner than you’d like after pressure cooking, simply turn the Instant Pot back to the SAUTE function. Let the sauce simmer for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it has reduced and thickened to your desired consistency.
Q: Can I add more flavor to this dish
A: Absolutely. For a richer, savory flavor, you can brown the chicken in the butter before making the sauce. You can also add a 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese along with the cream cheese for an extra cheesy taste.
Q: How long can I store leftovers
A: This dish reheats very well. You can store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
