12 Healthy Chicken Recipes You Can Make in Your Instant Pot Tonight

Chicken is one of the healthiest, most beloved proteins out there — and with the Instant Pot, it just became even simpler to make. You probably have at least one package of chicken in your freezer right now, so put it to use in these quick, flavorful recipes, and skip the cleanup that comes with cooking on the stove or in the oven. While plain old baked chicken can get boring, you won't have to worry about tiring of these dishes. Each recipe is made healthier and more delicious with loads of veggies, whole grains, and unique spices and sauces. Keep reading to see for yourself.

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Whole Chicken
Root + Revel

Whole Chicken

Make a whole chicken in the Instant Pot, and you can use it in a bunch of healthy dishes throughout the week (think: tacos, soup, chicken salad). This will save you time and money.

Get the recipe: whole chicken

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3-Ingredient Mexican Shredded Chicken
40 Aprons

3-Ingredient Mexican Shredded Chicken

So long to boring, plain chicken breasts. This simple recipe gets a boost of flavor from salsa and taco seasoning.

Get the recipe: 3-ingredient Mexican shredded chicken

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Hearty Chicken Vegetable Soup
Supergolden Bakes

Hearty Chicken Vegetable Soup

It's almost too easy to make soup in the Instant Pot. When this recipe is finished cooking, you'll simply remove the chicken from the pot to shred it, then stir the ingredients together again for a delicious, veggie-packed meal.

Get the recipe: hearty chicken vegetable soup

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Hawaiian Chicken Tacos With Jalapeño Ranch Slaw
Pinch of Yum

Hawaiian Chicken Tacos With Jalapeño Ranch Slaw

Shake yourself out of a dinner rut with a new twist on an old recipe. These Hawaiian-inspired tacos kick things up a notch with tangy pineapple and a creamy slaw.

Get the recipe: Hawaiian chicken tacos with jalapeño ranch slaw

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Chinese Chicken
Savory Tooth

Chinese Chicken

This Chinese chicken is so good you may just throw out your drawer full of takeout menus. This healthy, low-carb version is made with a soy-based marinade.

Get the recipe: Chinese chicken

06
Thai Peanut Chicken
Tasty Yummies

Thai Peanut Chicken

This flavorful Thai chicken can be served over rice, cauliflower rice, or veggie noodles.

Get the recipe: Thai peanut chicken

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White Chicken Chili
POPSUGAR Photography | Hajar Larbah

White Chicken Chili

Chicken and beans for protein, loads of veggies, avocado for a hit of healthy fats, and a few tortilla chips for crunch — what more can you ask from a one-pot meal?

Get the recipe: white chicken chili

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Turmeric Chicken and Vegetables
Food Faith Fitness

Turmeric Chicken and Vegetables

No matter your diet, this recipe has you covered. The blend of brussels sprouts, broccoli, bell pepper, chicken, and Indian spices is Paleo-, low-carb-, keto-, and Whole30-approved.

Get the recipe: turmeric chicken and vegetables

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Pineapple BBQ Chicken Bowls
Half Baked Harvest

Pineapple BBQ Chicken Bowls

At first glance, these bowls look way too decadent for a healthy weeknight meal. However, they come together in just 25 minutes (though you'll need to cook the quinoa separately) and clock in at only 397 calories per serving.

Get the recipe: pineapple BBQ chicken bowls

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Coconut Chicken Curry
POPSUGAR Photography | Angela Elias

Coconut Chicken Curry

A few healthy shortcuts — jarred curry sauce, frozen rice and veggies, and frozen naan — help you get dinner on the table faster.

Get the recipe: coconut chicken curry

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Chicken Noodle Soup
POPSUGAR Photography | Hajar Larbah

Chicken Noodle Soup

When you need a healthy meal on a cool night, you've got to have a good soup recipe on hand. This classic is made with chicken, egg noodles, carrots, celery, and a medley of comforting herbs.

Get the recipe: chicken noodle soup

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Chicken Tikka Masala
Sweet Peas and Saffron

Chicken Tikka Masala

This chicken tikka masala is dairy-free, low-carb, and meal-prep-friendly (the recipe makes six servings). Serve the blend of spiced chicken, peas, and cauliflower with rice or quinoa for a complete meal.

Get the recipe: chicken tikka masala