Instant Pot Thai Chicken

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If you are looking to make an Asian inspired dish for dinner tonight, this Instant Pot Thai Chicken with beans is just what you need. Pair it with some of our other Chinese favorites and have this meal at home instead of Chinese take away! Enjoy!

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Why You’ll Love This Instant Pot Thai Chicken Recipe

• Authentic Flavors: This recipe brings the vibrant tastes of Thai cuisine to your table.
• Efficient Cooking: The Instant Pot ensures a tender, flavorful chicken in less time.
• Healthy and Delicious: A balanced meal that doesn’t compromise on taste.

Instant Pot Thai Chicken Ingredients

The ingredients for this delicious Thai Chicken serve about 4 people. Here’s what you need:

• Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast Tenders: The main protein in this dish, providing a lean, tender bite.
• Salt and Pepper: Enhance the natural flavors of the chicken and vegetables.
• Onion: Adds a sweet and savory depth to the overall flavor profile.
• Chicken Stock: Provides a rich, savory base for the sauce.
• Agave: Brings a touch of natural sweetness to balance out the spicy and savory flavors.
• Soy Sauce: Gives the dish a deep umami flavor and saltiness.
• Chilli Paste: Adds a spicy kick, making the dish more exciting and flavorful.
• Sesame Oil: Infuses the dish with a distinct nutty aroma and taste.
• Lime Juice: Adds a tangy freshness that lightens up the rich flavors.
• String Beans: Contribute a satisfying crunch and a contrasting color to the dish.
• Minced Garlic: Enhances the aromatic profile of the dish with its pungent flavor.
• Fresh Basil: Brings a burst of herbaceous freshness that complements the Thai flavors.
• Minced Ginger: Adds a spicy, zesty note that pairs well with the other Asian ingredients.
• Shaoxing Wine: Enriches the sauce with a complex sweetness and depth.

How to Make Instant Pot Thai Chicken?

Follow the simple steps below to make a delicious Chinese dish!

Step 1 Add the Chicken Stock

In a small bowl add the chicken stock, lime juice, soy sauce, Sriracha
Sauce, chili paste, Shaoxing wine,and agave. Whisk to combine, and set to the side.

Step 2 Saute Using Your Instant Pot

Prep your onion into thin slices and set to the side. Turn the Instant Pot to saute’ add the oil, allow to heat up. Add the garlic and cook the garlic for 2 minutes or just until it’s fragrant. Add the onion, green beans, and ginger to the instant pot and cook for 4 minutes , stirring often.

Step 3: Season the Chicken

Remove the onions and green beans mixture from the Instant Pot and set
to the side. Add the another tablespoon of oil to the Instant Pot. Season your chicken with salt and pepper to taste. Then add the diced chicken and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring often.

Step 4: Pressure Cook for Two Minutes

Add the vegetables back into the Instant pot, and the sauce , stirring to combine. Place the lid on the Instant pot and seal the vent. Turn your Instant off sauté and set it to Manual. Set the timer for 2 minutes.

Step 5: Release Pressure

Release pressure from the vent carefully. Add your sliced basil and stir to combine. Allow to sit for 4 minutes.

Enjoy!

Instant Pot Thai Chicken With Beans

Yield: 4

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 15 minutes

Instant pot Thai Chicken is a delicious and easy chicken dish for the whole family to enjoy

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Ingredients

• 7-8 boneless skinless chicken breast tenders, diced
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Onion – red or white
• 1/4 cup chicken stock
• 1 tsp. agave
• 2 tbsp. soy sauce
• 1tbsp. Chilli paste
• 2 tbsp. sesame oil
• 1 lime juiced
• A pound string beans (ends trimmed and cut in half)
• 1 tbsp. minced garlic
• 2 tbsp. Fresh basil, sliced
• 1 tbsp. minced ginger
• 1 tbsp. Shaoxing wine

Instructions

1. In a small bowl add the chicken stock, lime juice, soy sauce, Sriracha Sauce, chili paste, Shaoxing wine,and agave.
2. Whisk to combine, and set to the side.
3. Prep your onion into thin slices and set to the side. Turn the Instant Pot to saute’ add the oil, allow to heat up.
4. Add the garlic and cook the garlic for 2 minutes or just until it’s fragrant.
5. Add the onion, green beans, and ginger to the instant pot and cook for 4 minutes , stirring often.
6. Remove the onions and green beans mixture from the Instant Pot and set to the side. Add the another tablespoon of oil to the Instant Pot.
7. Season your chicken with salt and pepper to taste. Then add the diced chicken and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring often.
8. Add the vegetables back into the Instant pot, and the sauce , stirring to combine. Place the lid on the Instant pot and seal the vent.
9. Turn your Instant off sauté and set it to Manual. Set the timer for 2 minutes.
10. Release pressure from the vent carefully. Add your sliced basil and stir to combine. Allow to sit for 4 minutes.

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 4 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 564Total Fat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 210mgSodium: 805mgCarbohydrates: 17gFiber: 4gSugar: 7gProtein: 80g

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