Instant Pot Tuscan Chicken

A creamy garlic-infused one-pot Tuscan chicken with sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and a rich herb-laced sauce cooked in under 30 minutes using a pressure cooker. Tender chicken breasts soak up bold Italian flavors for an easy, restaurant-style meal.

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Course: Instant pot

Cuisine: Italian-American

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 12

Total Time: 28

Servings: servings

Calories: 400kcal

Author: Eva Stoner

Ingredients

4 boneless chicken breasts (about 1.5 pounds/680g)
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 medium onion, chopped
1 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (oregano, basil, thyme)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1.5 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup heavy cream
2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
1 tablespoon butter substitute (optionally omit for dairy-free)

Instructions

Heat Instant Pot to Sauté mode with olive oil
Add onion and cook 2-3 minutes until softened
Stir in garlic for 1 minute until fragrant
Brown chicken breasts on both sides (do not overcook)
Add sun-dried tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and chicken broth
click mode to Pressure Cook high for 12 minutes
Allow natural release for 6 minutes
Quick release remaining pressure
Add heavy cream and spinach, stir until wilted
Adjust seasoning and serve over rice or pasta

Notes

For extra richness, stir in 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan
Use frozen spinach if fresh is unavailable
Sear chicken for 3 minutes max to avoid moisture loss

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