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4 bone-in chicken thighs with spinach and cream on top.
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5 from 1 vote

Instant Pot Tuscan Chicken

This Instant Pot Tuscan Chicken is super creamy and packed with tons of flavor. Enjoy with white fluffy rice or creamy mashed potatoes!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Natural Release10 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Entree
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4
Calories: 592kcal

Equipment

  • Instant Pot

Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken thighs bone-in, skin-on
  • 3/4 cup chicken stock
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups spinach fresh
  • 1/4 cup onions diced
  • 2 garlic cloves finely minced
  • 2 tsp Cajun seasoning or salt and pepper
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese fresh
  • 1/4 cup mozzarella cheese
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • 1 tsp water
  • 2 tbsp oil
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Season the chicken on both sides with Cajun seasoning.
  • Add the oil to the instant pot and press the "saute" function.
  • Cook the chicken for 4 minutes on each side. Remove the chicken from the instant pot and set aside.
  • Add the onions to the instant pot and cook for 1-2 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook for an additional 20 seconds. Add the chicken stock and scrape all of the bits at the bottom of the pan using a wooden spoon.
  • Press the "cancel" function and place the chicken back into the instant pot. Add the spinach on top of the chicken and cover the instant pot with the lid. Press the "pressure cook" function, seal the valve, and cook for 12 minutes. Once the 12 minutes are up do a natural release for 10 minutes.
  • Once the 10 minutes are up, release all of the steam and then open the instant pot. Remove the chicken from the instant pot and set aside. Press the "saute" function and add the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper.
  • Add the cornstarch and water to a small bowl and mix until well combined. Add it to the cream mixture and stir the sauce frequently. Add the parmesan cheese and mozzarella cheese. Cook the sauce for 5-10 minutes or until it thickens nicely.
  • Add the chicken back into the instant pot and press the "keep warm" function. Let the chicken sit in the cream sauce for a minute before serving.

Notes

  • Read the instant pot manufacture's manual guide before using it. 
  • Season the chicken under the skin as well for extra flavor.  
  • Use fresh spinach instead of frozen. 

Nutrition

Calories: 592kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 52g | Saturated Fat: 21g | Cholesterol: 204mg | Sodium: 332mg | Potassium: 449mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 3032IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 177mg | Iron: 2mg