Instant Pot Honey Garlic Chicken

The first time I tried Instant Pot Honey Garlic Chicken was in a Chinese restaurant. The flavor was so delicious that I knew I had to learn how to make it at home.

This recipe is very easy to make and is perfect for a quick and healthy dinner. Just season the chopped chicken breasts with salt and pepper, sear them in the Sauté function of the Instant Pot, and then toss them with a sauce made with honey, garlic, tomato sauce, soy sauce, oregano, and parsley.

To make it Weight Watchers friendly, just use sugar-free tomato sauce, stevia, a minimal amount of honey, and skinless chicken breasts.

Why you should try Instant Pot Honey Garlic Chicken

• It’s a quick and easy recipe to make. You only need 30 minutes to prepare it from scratch.

• It contains lean protein, vegetables, and a low-calorie sauce.

• It’s a versatile recipe. It can be served with rice, veggie noodles, vegetables, or simply on its own.

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs (900g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoons oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• ½ cup (120ml) light tomato sauce
• ¼ cup (60ml) light soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 2 teaspoons Stevia (optional, for added sweetness)
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup (240ml) chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch

For Serving:

• Chopped chives
• Toasted sesame seeds

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes (plus additional time for Instant Pot to pressurize and release steam)

Servings: 4

Serving size: 400 g.

Instructions:

Season the chicken breasts with oregano and black pepper on both sides.

Set the Instant Pot to “Sauté” mode. Add oil and sear the chicken until browned on both sides. Remove chicken and set aside.

In the same pot, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant. Add light tomato sauce, light soy sauce, honey, Stevia and chicken broth. Mix well.

Return the seared chicken to the Instant Pot, ensuring each piece is coated in the sauce.

Secure the Instant Pot lid, set to “Pressure Cook” mode, and cook for 8 minutes. Allow for a natural release for about 5 minutes, then carefully perform a quick release to release any remaining pressure.

In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with a bit of water to create a slurry. Stir the slurry into the sauce, then set the Instant Pot back to “Sauté” mode. Cook until the sauce thickens.

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve the Instant Pot Honey Garlic Chicken over steamed rice or cauliflower rice. Garnish with chopped chives and toasted sesame seeds.

Variations and substitutions

• **If you want a more citrusy flavor, you can substitute mandarin juice or concentrated orange for the tomato sauce.

• **If you want to add more vegetables, you can add broccoli, carrots, or asparagus.

Tips and tricks for making Instant Pot Honey Garlic Chicken

• Marinate the chicken for a few hours or overnight to intensify flavors.

• Make sure to sear the chicken chunks on all sides before adding the sauce. This will help the chicken stay juicy and flavorful.

• Serve the chicken with chopped chives and toasted sesame seeds. If you want to add more flavor, you can serve the chicken with a little low-sodium soy sauce.

• Rice Companion: Serve over cauliflower rice for a low-carb alternative.

• If you don’t have an Instant Pot, you can cook the chicken in a skillet or in the oven.

• If you want a spicier flavor, you can add a little chili powder or cayenne pepper to the sauce.

• If you want a sweeter flavor, you can add a little more stevia to the sauce.

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WW Points

Uncooked boneless skin-less chicken breast 0 points
Dried oregano 0 points
Honey 5 points
Stevia leaf herbal extract 0 points
Black pepper 0 points
Olive oil 1 point
Chicken broth 0 points
Garlic 0 points
Cornstarch 1 point
Unsweetened ketchup 2 points
Soy sauce 1 point