Perfect Instant Pot Chicken Tenders (Fresh or Frozen)
This Instant Pot chicken Tenders recipe is a family favorite that your kids are going to devour. Ready to serve in 15 minutes or less and so satisfying and straightforward to make.
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Servings: 6 people
Calories: 213kcal
INGREDIENTS
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tbsps unsalted butter
- 2 lbs chicken tenders
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- ½ tbsp oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups chicken broth
INSTRUCTIONS
- Mix all the spices together, and Season both sides of each chicken tender with the spice mixture.
- Melt the butter in the instant pot, then add the chicken tenders.
- Sauté and brown the chicken tenders on each side for 1-2 minutes. This step is optional, although it helps to lock in the taste.
- Remove the chicken tenders from the instant pot.
- Pour in the pre-heated chicken broth into the instant pot.
- Place the chicken tenders in the trivet and put back into the instant pot.
- Close the lid, and set it to high pressure for about 5 minutes.
- When finished, open the pressure valve and wait for the pressure to release before allowing the chicken to rest for another 5 minutes.
- Remove the chicken tenders from the pot. Serve with your favorite ketchup or sauce! Voila, Bon Appétit!
NUTRITION
Calories: 213kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 108mg | Sodium: 854mg | Potassium: 587mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 0.4g | Vitamin A: 187IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 1mg
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