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Instant Pot Crack Chicken: Dinner in 15 Minutes - Crack chicken: Make this ultimate Instant Pot recipe in 25 minutes. Creamy, cheesy, and bursting with flavor f

Instant Pot Crack Chicken: Dinner in 15 Minutes

Easily make flavorful crack chicken in the Instant Pot with chicken breast, dill, and garlic powder for a quick, delicious meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 lbs boneless chicken breast
  • 1 tablespoon dill
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 teaspoons dried parsley
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 8 ounce cream cheese cut into pieces (or dairy-free cream cheese)

Instructions
 

  • Add the olive oil to the Instant Pot.
  • Place the chicken breasts into the pot.
  • Combine dill, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Sprinkle the seasoning blend over the chicken breasts.
  • Add the cream cheese in an even layer over the chicken breasts.
  • Pour the water into the pot. Place the lid on the Instant Pot and ensure the valve is set to seal.
  • Select MANUAL and program the Instant Pot for 15 minutes.
  • Quick-release the remaining pressure once the cooking time is complete.
  • Open the lid, remove the chicken, and shred it on a cutting board.

Notes

- For an extra creamy texture, stir in a tablespoon of sour cream or Greek yogurt after shredding.
- Serve over rice, pasta, mashed potatoes, or in lettuce wraps for a low-carb option.
- Add cooked bacon bits for an extra layer of flavor and crunch.
Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.
Allergens: Milk, Wheat.