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Instant Pot Citrus Chicken Thighs – vegetarian recipe
Stav Kogan

Instant Pot Citrus Chicken Thighs

Incredibly tender, fall-off-the-bone chicken thighs infused with a bright, zesty marinade of lemon, garlic, and fresh herbs. The Instant Pot does all the heavy lifting for a dish that tastes like it simmered for hours.
Prep Time 35 minutes
Cook Time 23 minutes
Total Time 58 minutes
Servings: 4 serving
Calories: 381

Ingredients
  

  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, about 1.5 lbs / 680g (24 oz)
  • 1 cup (240 ml) chicken stock
  • ¼ cup (60 ml / 2 fl oz) apple cider vinegar
  • For the Citrus Herb Marinade
  • 1 whole lemon, thinly sliced
  • ¼ cup (60 ml / 2 fl oz) fresh lemon juice
  • 2 large garlic cloves, crushed
  • 3 fresh rosemary sprigs
  • ½ cup (20 g / 0.71 oz) fresh parsley leaves, finely chopped
  • 2 fresh sage sprigs
  • 4 tbsp (60 ml) olive oil
  • 1 tsp (6 g / 0.21 oz) salt
  • For extra crispy skin, use the 'Sauté' function to sear the chicken thighs in olive oil for 2-3 minutes per side before pressure cooking. Remove the chicken, deglaze the pot, then proceed with the recipe.
  • To create a thicker sauce, make a slurry by mixing 1 tablespoon (15 ml / 0.5 fl oz) of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons (30 ml / 1 fl oz) of cold water. Whisk it into the simmering sauce during the final 'Sauté' step until it thickens.
  • This dish pairs beautifully with fluffy rice, quinoa, or roasted potatoes to soak up the incredible citrus herb sauce.

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together all the marinade : sliced lemon, lemon juice, crushed garlic, rosemary, parsley, sage, olive oil, and salt.
  2. Marinate the Chicken: Pat the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel.
  3. Place them in a large resealable bag or a shallow dish.
  4. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Seal or cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Pressure Cook: Place the marinated chicken thighs and about 2 tablespoons (30 ml / 1 fl oz) of the marinade liquid into the Instant Pot.
  6. Pour in the chicken stock and apple cider vinegar. Secure the lid and set the steam release valve to the 'Sealing' position.
  7. Set the Timer: Select the 'Manual' or 'Pressure Cook' function and set the timer to 15 minutes on high pressure.
  8. Release Pressure & Sauté: Once the cooking cycle is complete, carefully perform a quick release of the pressure.
  9. Once the pin drops, open the lid. Select the 'Sauté' function and let the sauce simmer and reduce for 7-8 minutes, spooning it over the chicken.
  10. Serve: Press 'Cancel' to turn off the heat. Carefully remove the chicken thighs and serve immediately, drizzled with the delicious pan sauce.
  11. After pressure cooking, transfer the chicken thighs to a baking sheet, skin-side up. Broil for 3-5 minutes until the skin is golden brown and crispy while you reduce the sauce in the Instant Pot.

Nutrition

Calories: 381kcalCarbohydrates: 0.6gProtein: 66gFat: 10.6g

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