Instant Pot Chicken Parmesan
Instant Pot Chicken Parmesan is a delightful and effortless dish that elevates any weeknight meal into a culinary delight. Juicy chicken breasts are cooked to perfection in a rich marinara sauce and topped with gooey mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. This Italian classic comes together in just 30 minutes, making it ideal for busy evenings or casual gatherings, while its vibrant presentation and mouthwatering flavors are sure to impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded whole milk mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode; heat olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add seasoned chicken to the pot and pour marinara sauce over the top.
- Secure the lid; pressure cook on high for 10 minutes.
- Allow natural pressure release for 5 minutes, then manually release remaining steam.
- Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top of the chicken; let sit with lid closed for 5 minutes to melt cheese.
- Serve hot, drizzled with extra marinara if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: For a lighter version, substitute chicken with eggplant or turkey. Experiment with different cheeses like goat cheese for added flavor. Let the chicken rest after cooking for maximum juiciness.