Best Instant Pot Chicken Alfredo Recipes

INSTANT POT® CHICKEN ALFREDO

Steps:

• Slice chicken breast into 3 thin filets. Sprinkle all sides with 1 teaspoon garlic salt and cantanzaro herbs.
• Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Melt 1 tablespoon butter. Add chicken breasts and sear on both sides until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Remove and set aside.
• Wipe out the pot. Melt remaining 1 tablespoon butter, and cook garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add pasta and stir to coat in butter. Pour in cream and stir to thoroughly combine with pasta.
• Place an elevated steamer rack inside the Instant Pot®. Wrap chicken breasts in parchment paper and place on top of the steamer rack.
• Close and lock the lid. Select 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 rack with chicken. Stir remaining garlic salt and Parmesan cheese into sauce.
• Divide pasta into 3 serving bowls and top each with 1 chicken breast filet. Top with additional Parmesan and freshly ground black pepper if desired.

INSTANT POT® CREAMY CHICKEN AND LEEK ALFREDO

Steps:

• Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Add oil and butter and heat until butter is melted. Add chicken and cook until lightly browned on all sides, 5 to 8 minutes. Add leek and garlic. Season with Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 3 to 5 minutes.
• Pour in chicken broth and wine to deglaze pot. Bring to a simmer, scraping browned bits off the bottom of the pot.
• Stir cream and egg yolk together in a small bowl until well combined. Pour into the Instant Pot®. Add pasta without mixing, letting it float on top, but making sure pasta does not stick together. You may push pasta slightly down into the liquid. Close and lock the lid and seal the vent. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 1 minute. 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.
• Mix Parmesan-Romano cheese mixture and a pinch of cornstarch together in a bowl. Unlock and remove Instant Pot® lid. Stir in cheese mixture and cream cheese. Slowly add enough milk until the sauce reaches desired creaminess. Mix well to create a smooth cream sauce.

INSTANT POT® JERK CHICKEN ALFREDO

Steps:

• Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. When hot, add butter, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, and onion. Cook until softened and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
• Meanwhile, slice each chicken breast horizontally creating two thin fillets. Cut each fillet into diagonal strips and sprinkle with 1 1/2 teaspoons jerk seasoning. Add to Instant Pot® and cook for 5 minutes. Cancel Saute function. Mix in penne, water, whipping cream, and garlic base.
• 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 carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Stir in remaining jerk seasoning and Parmesan cheese until well combined. Add more cream if you like, up to 1/4 cup.

INSTANT POT CHICKEN ALFREDO PENNE PASTA

Steps:

• Press "SAUTE" on the Instant Pot and let it heat up for a few minutes, then add in the oil.
• Sprinkle both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add to the Instant Pot. Brown chicken for about 3 minutes on each side.
• Add garlic, parsley, and chicken broth to the Instant Pot, being sure to scrape the bottom of the Instant Pot with a wooden spatula to remove any burnt bits or pieces from the chicken.
• Add the pasta on top of everything and press it gently down into the liquid with a spatula (don't stir it in with the other ingredients). The liquid should barely cover the pasta.
• Place the lid on the Instant Pot and turn the valve to "sealing."
• Press the "MANUAL" button and cook for 4 minutes.
• When the Instant Pot is finished cooking, move the valve to "venting" and do a quick release of the pressure. Remove the lid.
• Press the "SAUTE" button and add in the cream cheese, mozzarella cheese, and Parmesan cheese.
• In a small bowl, mix together water and cornstarch, then add into the Instant Pot. Stir together until sauce reaches desired thickness and serve.
• Top with fresh Parmesan cheese and basil, if desired.