Craving a restaurant-quality meal that's ready in under 30 minutes? Get ready to transform your weeknight dinner with this mouthwatering Instant Pot Chicken with Peanut Noodles! Imagine tender chicken pieces swimming in a creamy, nutty sauce that's bursting with Asian-inspired flavors, all prepared with minimal effort and maximum deliciousness. Whether you're a busy professional, a home cook looking for quick meals, or someone who wants to impress dinner guests without spending hours in the kitchen, this recipe is your ultimate culinary shortcut to a gourmet experience.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Asian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 8 oz noodles
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- Green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients by dicing chicken breast into 1-inch cubes and mincing fresh ginger and garlic.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, sesame oil, minced ginger, and minced garlic until smooth and well combined.
- Turn Instant Pot to Sauté mode and add a small amount of oil. Brown chicken pieces for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking.
- Pour chicken broth into the Instant Pot, scraping bottom to prevent any burning. Add prepared peanut sauce mixture and stir to coat chicken.
- Close Instant Pot lid, set valve to sealing position, and cook on Manual/High Pressure for 6 minutes.
- While chicken cooks, prepare noodles according to package instructions, draining and setting aside.
- Once cooking cycle completes, do a quick pressure release by carefully turning valve to venting position.
- Open lid, stir contents, and add cooked noodles, mixing thoroughly to coat with sauce.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and serve hot, ensuring chicken is fully cooked to 165°F internal temperature.
Tips
- Chicken Prep: Cut chicken into uniform 1-inch cubes to ensure even cooking and maximum sauce absorption.
- Sauce Consistency: Whisk peanut butter mixture thoroughly to prevent lumps and create a smooth, silky sauce.
- Sautéing Technique: When browning chicken, don't overcrowd the Instant Pot. Work in batches if needed to achieve a nice golden color.
- Noodle Selection: Choose medium-width noodles like udon or linguine for best sauce coverage.
- Quick Release Method: Use the quick release carefully to prevent sauce splatter and ensure perfect texture.
- Temperature Check: Always confirm chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature for food safety.
- Garnish Generously: Fresh green onions add a bright, crisp contrast to the rich, creamy sauce.Pro Tip: For extra flavor, toast sesame seeds and sprinkle on top before serving!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 550kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 40g
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 95mg
