Best 3 Pressure Cooker Saucy Italian Chicken Recipes

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Pressure cooker saucy Italian chicken is a quick and easy recipe for a savory and delicious meal. The chicken is cooked in a rich and flavorful sauce made with tomatoes, garlic, herbs, and spices. The secret to this recipe is the pressure cooker, which allows the chicken to cook quickly and evenly, resulting in tender and juicy meat. Serve this saucy Italian chicken over pasta, rice, or roasted vegetables for a complete meal that the whole family will enjoy.

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

PRESSURE-COOKER SAUCY ITALIAN CHICKEN



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To make this in the slow cooker, cook on low for 4-6 hours or high for 3-4 hours. Plate and top with cheese. -Marisa Loper, Sammamish, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 jar (12 ounces) marinated quartered artichoke hearts, undrained
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
3/4 teaspoon garlic salt
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Place chicken in a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker. Top with tomatoes, artichokes, Italian seasoning and garlic salt. Lock lid; close pressure-release valve. Adjust to pressure-cook on high for 10 minutes. Let pressure release naturally for 10 minutes; quick-release any remaining pressure. Sprinkle with cheeses before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 414 calories, Fat 22g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 120mg cholesterol, Sodium 1303mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 43g protein.

INSTANT POT® ITALIAN CHICKEN



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Super easy Instant Pot® Italian chicken recipe. Serve over rice or mashed potatoes.

Provided by THEHOLLANDS

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon salted butter
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 (5 ounce) frozen skinless, boneless chicken breasts
1 (4.5 ounce) can sliced mushrooms, drained
2 (.7 ounce) packages dry Italian-style salad dressing mix
1 cup chicken broth
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese

Steps:

  • Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Add butter to melt; then add garlic and saute for about 1 minutes. Add chicken, mushrooms, and 1 package of salad dressing mix. Pour broth over top.
  • Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 15 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions for 5 minutes. Take chicken out and shred with 2 forks.
  • Select Saute function. Add cream of chicken soup, remaining Italian dressing mix packet, and cream cheese; stir to mix. Add shredded chicken back in. Heat through, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 407.9 calories, Carbohydrate 14.5 g, Cholesterol 117 mg, Fat 28.7 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 21.8 g, SaturatedFat 15.8 g, Sodium 2736.2 mg, Sugar 6.4 g

CHICKEN PICCATA FOR PRESSURE COOKER



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Italian chicken with full lemon flavor. It is important to use fresh lemons. When I follow Toula Patsalis in "The Pressure Cooker Cookbook", I never go wrong! Serve with sauteed green beans topped with toasted slivered almonds.

Provided by KateL

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 42m

Yield 6 chicken breast halves, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

6 chicken breast halves
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup olive oil
4 shallots, sliced
3 garlic cloves, crushed
3/4 cup chicken broth
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon sherry wine
2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 cup pimento stuffed olive, minced
1/4 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon potato starch or 1 tablespoon flour
1/4 cup fresh parmesan cheese (1 ounce) or 1/4 cup fontinella cheese, grated
1 lemon, thinly sliced, to garnish

Steps:

  • Lightly dust chicken pieces with flour (easily done by putting flour in bag, then chicken and shaking; excess flour can be shaken off).
  • In pressure cooker, heat oil. Add chicken breasts, two at a time, and saute in hot oil until brown on all sides, using long-handled tongs to turn. Set aside.
  • Add shallots and garlic and saute in oil, scraping bottom of pan to loosen browned particles remaining from chicken. Stir in broth, lemon juice, sherry, salt, pepper, basil, and olives. Mix well.
  • Add chicken pieces skin side down. Secure lid. Over medium-high heat, develop steam to high pressure. Reduce heat to maintain pressure and cook 10 minutes. Release pressure according to manufacturer's directions. Remove lid.
  • Stir chicken mixture, then transfer chicken to serving platter, and cover to retain heat.
  • Whisk sour cream and starch together. Stir into cooking liquid and cook over medium heat 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  • Spoon sauce over chicken. Sprinkle with cheese and garnish with lemon slices.
  • Makes 6 servings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 317.9, Fat 19.2, SaturatedFat 5.1, Cholesterol 55, Sodium 989.7, Carbohydrate 14.9, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 1.2, Protein 19.4

Tips:

  • Use a 6-quart or larger pressure cooker for this recipe.
  • If you don't have a pressure cooker, you can also make this recipe in a Dutch oven or slow cooker.
  • For a thicker sauce, add 1 tablespoon of cornstarch or flour to the cooking liquid before cooking.
  • Serve this dish over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley or basil before serving.

Conclusion:

This pressure cooker saucy Italian chicken is a quick and easy weeknight dinner that the whole family will love. It's packed with flavor and can be served over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes. With just a few simple ingredients, you can have a delicious and satisfying meal on the table in no time.

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