Instant Pot Chicken Recipe for One
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Instant Pot Chicken Recipe for One

🍽️ Recipe Introduction

This Instant Pot Chicken Recipe for One is the ultimate solution for solo diners seeking gourmet taste and clean nutrition in record time. Infused with lemon, garlic, rosemary, and olive oil, the chicken is pressure-cooked to juicy perfection and served with tender vegetables and a light pan sauce. Designed for one portion, it captures the heart of Mediterranean simplicity and balance—with all the convenience of the Instant Pot.

💚 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  1. Gourmet in Minutes – All the depth of slow-roasted flavor in under 20 minutes.

  2. One-Pot Wonder – Everything cooks in the Instant Pot—zero stress, minimal cleanup.

  3. Balanced & Nourishing – Lean protein, fiber-rich veggies, and healthy fats in every bite.

  4. Flexible & Fresh – Easily adapts to seasonal vegetables or flavor variations.

🔄 Recipe Variations

  1. Greek-Inspired – Add Kalamata olives and feta crumbles after cooking.

  2. Creamy Dijon – Stir in a spoonful of Greek yogurt and Dijon mustard for a light cream sauce.

  3. Spicy Italian – Add red pepper flakes and swap rosemary for fresh basil and oregano.

🧾 Detailed Recipe & Nutritional Information

🍗 Ingredients (For 1 Serving)

  • 1 boneless, skinless chicken breast (approx. 130g)

  • 1 tsp olive oil

  • ½ garlic clove, minced

  • ½ tsp fresh rosemary (or ¼ tsp dried)

  • Juice of ½ lemon

  • ¼ cup low-sodium chicken broth

  • ¼ cup zucchini, diced

  • ¼ cup red bell pepper, diced

  • ¼ cup carrot, thinly sliced

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

  • Optional garnish: lemon zest, fresh parsley

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Sauté Aromatics: Set Instant Pot to “Sauté.” Add olive oil and garlic. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

  2. Add Ingredients: Add chicken, vegetables, rosemary, lemon juice, broth, salt, and pepper.

  3. Pressure Cook: Close lid, set valve to sealing, and cook on High Pressure for 7 minutes. Quick release when done.

  4. Serve: Remove chicken and vegetables, spoon pan sauce over the top, and garnish with parsley or lemon zest.

🥗 Health Benefits

  • Heart-Healthy Fats – Olive oil and lean chicken support cardiovascular function.

  • Rich in Micronutrients – Zucchini, carrots, and peppers provide vitamins A and C.

  • Low Carb & High Protein – Helps maintain energy and supports lean muscle.

📊 Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

  • Calories: 305 kcal

  • Protein: 31g

  • Fat: 14g

  • Carbohydrates: 9g

  • Fiber: 3g