Best 4 Instant Pot Creamy Chicken Stew Recipes

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Calling all foodies and home cooks! Are you ready to embark on a culinary journey and discover the most delectable Instant Pot creamy chicken stew recipe? Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more. In this comprehensive guide, we'll unveil the secrets to crafting the ultimate creamy chicken stew that'll impress your family and friends. Along the way, you'll learn essential cooking techniques, gather knowledge on ingredient selection, and uncover the culinary magic that sets this dish apart. Prepare to immerse yourself in a world of creamy indulgence, where tender chicken, succulent vegetables, and a velvety sauce come together in perfect harmony. So, grab your apron, gather your ingredients, and let's embark on a culinary adventure that will transform your kitchen into a haven of culinary delight.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

INSTANT POT® CREAMY CHICKEN STEW



Instant Pot® Creamy Chicken Stew image

A creamy chicken stew that is perfect for when you are craving comfort food.

Provided by My Hot Southern Mess

Time 1h25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 tablespoons salted butter
2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, or more to taste
3 medium carrots, sliced
1 medium onion, diced
2 stalks celery, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups chicken broth, divided
4 cups diced potatoes
2 tablespoons gluten-free all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 large bay leaves
1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
½ teaspoon dried rosemary
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup heavy cream
½ cup frozen peas

Steps:

  • Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®), add butter, and select Saute function. Add chicken thighs to melted butter and sear, 4 to 5 minutes per side. Remove chicken and set aside.
  • Add carrots, onion, and celery; cook until onions begin to soften, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and saute until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add 1/2 cup chicken broth and stir to deglaze the pot.
  • Add chicken thighs back to the pot along with remaining chicken broth, potatoes, flour, Worcestershire sauce, bay leaves, poultry seasoning, thyme, pepper, rosemary, and salt. Stir together, then close and lock the lid.
  • Switch to high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 10 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions for 10 minutes. Release remaining pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.
  • Remove chicken and shred or cut into bite-sized pieces. Return to the pot. Remove and discard bay leaves.
  • Set cooker to Saute. Add heavy cream and bring to a boil. Add frozen peas to boiling stew and cook, stirring as needed, until heated through, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 503.2 calories, Carbohydrate 30.3 g, Cholesterol 157.7 mg, Fat 29.1 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 30.4 g, SaturatedFat 14.4 g, Sodium 781.3 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

PRESSURE COOKER CREAMY PESTO CHICKEN STEW



Pressure Cooker Creamy Pesto Chicken Stew image

I am a fan of thick stews and soups, so this dish is perfect! It's similar to a creamy broccoli soup. I replaced white rice with riced cauliflower for my low-carb-loving family. -Kim Banick, Turner, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 jar (15 ounces) Alfredo sauce with mushrooms
1/2 cup prepared pesto
1 tablespoon canola oil
1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup chopped onion
8 ounces whole cremini mushrooms, quartered
1 package (10 ounces) frozen broccoli spears
1 package (10 ounces) frozen riced cauliflower
Optional: Shredded Parmesan and fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • Combine Alfredo sauce and pesto in medium-sized bowl. Set aside., Select saute setting on a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker and adjust for medium heat; add oil. When oil is hot, add chicken; season with salt and pepper. Cook and stir until lightly browned, 3-4 minutes. Add onion; cook and stir until tender, 2-3 minutes. Press cancel., Layer mushrooms, broccoli, cauliflower and reserved sauce in pressure cooker. Lock lid; close pressure-release valve. Adjust to pressure-cook on high for 10 minutes. Let pressure release naturally for 3 minutes; quick-release any remaining pressure., Stir to combine. If desired, top with Parmesan and basil leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 530 calories, Fat 31g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 138mg cholesterol, Sodium 1527mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 44g protein.

GRANDMA'S CREAMY CHICKEN IN THE INSTANT POT®



Grandma's Creamy Chicken in the Instant Pot® image

My grandma's recipe made for the Instant Pot®! Serve over rice, potatoes, or pasta.

Provided by saraeudy

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 onions, coarsely chopped
1 stick butter, melted
¼ cup chicken broth
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 tablespoon poultry seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut in half
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 (24 ounce) container sour cream

Steps:

  • Place onions into the bottom of a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®). Pour melted butter and broth on top.
  • Mix garlic, poultry seasoning, salt, pepper, paprika, and smoked paprika together in a small bowl. Stir into onions. Place chicken on top of the onions.
  • Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 9 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, 10 to 40 minutes.
  • Transfer chicken and onions to a plate. Select Saute function to bring juices to a simmer, about 5 minutes.
  • Sift flour into the pot and stir until no lumps remain and sauce has thickened a bit, about 5 minutes. Add sour cream by the spoonful, stirring to incorporate. Cancel Saute function. Return chicken and onions to the pot. Select Warm function to heat through, about 5 minutes. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 394.1 calories, Carbohydrate 14.4 g, Cholesterol 100.4 mg, Fat 30.9 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 16 g, SaturatedFat 18.8 g, Sodium 486.1 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

ONE-POT CREAMY CHICKEN STEW RECIPE BY TASTY



One-Pot Creamy Chicken Stew Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: boneless, skinless chicken breasts, kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, vegetable oil, white mushroom, medium yellow onion, garlic, unsalted butter, Yukon Gold potatoes, large carrot, celery, all purpose flour, dry white wine, chicken stock, McCormick® Poultry Seasoning, frozen peas, heavy cream

Provided by McCormick

Categories     Dinner

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, and/or thighs, cut into 1-inch (2.54 cm) pieces
1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
freshly ground black pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup white mushroom, stemmed and roughly chopped
1 medium yellow onion, diced into ½-inch (1.2 cm) pieces
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
2 Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and diced into ½-inch (1.2 cm) pieces (about 2 cups)
1 large carrot, diced into ¼-inch (6 mm) pieces (about 1 cup)
2 stalks celery, diced into 1/4 in (6 mm) pieces
¼ cup all purpose flour
1 cup dry white wine
2 cups chicken stock
1 ½ tablespoons McCormick® Poultry Seasoning
½ cup frozen peas
½ cup heavy cream

Steps:

  • Season the chicken with salt and pepper.
  • Heat the vegetable oil in a large Dutch oven over high heat. Add the chicken and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned, about 7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.
  • Reduce the heat to medium-high and add the mushrooms. Cook until browned, about 3 minutes. Add the onion and cook for another 4 minutes, until starting to brown. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant. Add the butter, potatoes, carrot, and celery. Cook for about 4 minutes, until lightly browned.
  • Stir in the flour, then add the wine. Bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
  • Add the chicken stock, cooked chicken, McCormick® Poultry Seasoning, 1 teaspoon salt, and the peas, and bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat to medium and cook for 15 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the sauce has thickened slightly.
  • Stir in the cream and season with more salt to taste.
  • Serve warm.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 747 calories, Carbohydrate 44 grams, Fat 39 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 49 grams, Sugar 7 grams

Tips:

  • For a richer stew, use a combination of light and dark meat chicken.
  • If you don't have an Instant Pot, you can make this stew in a slow cooker on low for 8-10 hours or in a Dutch oven over medium-low heat for 1-1.5 hours.
  • To thicken the stew, add a cornstarch slurry (equal parts cornstarch and water) to the stew and bring to a simmer, stirring constantly, until the stew has reached your desired consistency.
  • Serve the stew with crusty bread, mashed potatoes, or rice.
  • Garnish the stew with fresh parsley, chives, or thyme for a pop of color and flavor.

Conclusion:

This Instant Pot creamy chicken stew is a quick and easy weeknight meal that is packed with flavor. With just a few simple ingredients and a little time, you can have a delicious and hearty stew that the whole family will love. So next time you're looking for a comforting and flavorful meal, give this recipe a try!

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