Imagine transforming ordinary chicken breasts into a gourmet meal in just 25 minutes that will have your family thinking you've secretly trained as a professional chef! This Instant Pot Chicken Diane is not just a recipe; it's a culinary magic trick that combines rich, creamy flavors with tender, perfectly cooked chicken. Whether you're looking to impress dinner guests or simply treat yourself to a restaurant-quality meal at home, this recipe is your golden ticket to instant kitchen stardom.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken breasts by patting them dry with paper towels and seasoning both sides generously with salt and pepper.
- Set the Instant Pot to "Sauté" mode and heat olive oil until shimmering. Carefully place chicken breasts into the pot and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove chicken and set aside on a plate.
- In the same Instant Pot, add sliced mushrooms and sauté for 2-3 minutes until they release their moisture and start to brown slightly.
- Pour in chicken broth and use a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot, ensuring nothing is stuck to prevent a burn warning.
- Stir in Dijon mustard and mix thoroughly with the mushrooms and broth, creating a smooth sauce base.
- Return the browned chicken breasts to the Instant Pot, nestling them into the sauce.
- Close the Instant Pot lid, set the valve to sealing, and cook on high pressure for 6-8 minutes, depending on the thickness of the chicken breasts.
- Once cooking is complete, perform a quick release of the pressure.
- Remove the chicken breasts and set them on a serving platter.
- Switch the Instant Pot back to "Sauté" mode and stir in heavy cream, allowing the sauce to simmer and thicken for 2-3 minutes.
- Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
- Pour the creamy mushroom sauce over the chicken breasts and serve immediately, garnishing with fresh parsley if desired.
Tips
- Pat the chicken breasts completely dry before seasoning to ensure a beautiful golden-brown sear.
- Don't rush the sautéing process - letting the chicken develop a nice golden crust adds incredible depth of flavor.
- Use a wooden spoon to scrape up browned bits from the pot bottom to prevent burn warnings and add extra flavor to your sauce.
- Be precise with cooking time: 6 minutes for thinner chicken breasts, 8 minutes for thicker cuts.
- A quick pressure release prevents overcooking and keeps the chicken tender and juicy.
- For an extra luxurious sauce, use high-quality heavy cream and Dijon mustard.
- Fresh parsley as a garnish not only adds color but brings a bright, fresh note to the rich sauce.
- Serve immediately after adding the cream sauce to enjoy the optimal texture and temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 355kcal
Carbohydrates: 0g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 125mg
