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Instant Pot Recipes Marry Me Chicken Pasta

I’ll be honest, the first time I made this pasta in my Instant Pot, I half expected it to taste like just another weeknight dinner. Instead, it turned into one of those meals where you stop mid-bite and think, 'Wait, did I just create magic in under 30 minutes?' That’s the charm of instant pot recipes. They don’t just save time, they save your sanity. The chicken cooks up tender, the pasta soaks in the creamy sauce, and those sun-dried tomatoes give the whole dish a warm, almost sweet tang. It’s one of those chicken instant pot recipes that feels like comfort food but still comes together without you hovering over the stove. If you’re hunting for an instant pot recipe that makes the kitchen smell like heaven and the family ask for seconds, this one has your back. I love instant pot pasta recipes because they turn one pot into a full meal, no juggling pans or scrubbing five pots later. This one is a perfect example of Instant Pot Recipes Easy, but it doesn’t feel basic at all. It’s hearty enough for Sunday dinner yet quick enough for Tuesday night. And if you’ve been looking for instant pot recipes healthy enough to not feel heavy but still indulgent, well, let’s just say this checks every box.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keywords: chicken instant pot recipes, Instant Pot, instant pot pasta recipes, instant pot recipe, Instant Pot Recipes Easy, instant pot recipes healthy
Servings: 6 servings
Author: Linda

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 12 ounces penne pasta, uncooked
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Fresh basil, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Turn on the Instant Pot to sauté mode. Add olive oil and chicken pieces. Season with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook until lightly browned.
  2. Stir in the garlic and sun-dried tomatoes. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth and add the pasta. Press down gently to submerge pasta in the liquid but don’t stir.
  4. Cancel sauté mode. Lock the lid, set the valve to sealing, and cook on high pressure for 5 minutes.
  5. Quick release the pressure. Stir in the cream, Parmesan, and Italian seasoning until the sauce is creamy and smooth.
  6. Let the pasta rest for 2–3 minutes to thicken. Garnish with fresh basil and serve warm.