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Instant Pot Recipes Easy Teriyaki Chicken Dinner

I’ll be honest, the first time I made teriyaki chicken in the Instant Pot, I half expected it to end in disaster. I thought the sauce would burn or the chicken would dry out. Instead, what I got was a glossy, sweet, and savory dish that tasted like I had spent hours on it, when in reality it was done in about half an hour. This recipe is one of those chicken instant pot recipes that I keep going back to, because it’s fast, comforting, and flexible. It’s the kind of meal that works on a Tuesday night when you’re running out of energy, or on a weekend when you want something that feels special without being a project. You’ll recognize it as one of those Instant Pot Recipes Easy meals that can carry you through the week. What I love most is how this instant pot recipe tastes balanced. The sauce clings to each bite of chicken, the rice soaks up every last drop, and it somehow feels indulgent while still landing in the category of instant pot recipes healthy. If you’re hunting for Instant Pot Recipes Healthy options that don’t make you feel like you’re eating “diet food,” this dish is your answer.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Keywords: chicken instant pot recipes, Instant Pot, instant pot recipe, instant pot recipes, Instant Pot Recipes Easy, instant pot recipes healthy
Servings: 6 servings
Author: Linda

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds, for garnish
  • 2 green onions, sliced for garnish
  • Cooked white rice, for serving

Instructions

  1. Place chicken in the Instant Pot.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger. Pour over the chicken.
  3. Seal the lid and cook on high pressure for 10 minutes. Let pressure release naturally for 5 minutes, then quick release.
  4. Remove chicken and shred or cut into chunks.
  5. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water. Turn Instant Pot to sauté mode, stir in slurry, and cook until sauce thickens.
  6. Return chicken to the pot and toss with sauce.
  7. Serve hot over rice. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.