Get ready to transport your taste buds to the heart of Southern cuisine with this mouthwatering Instant Pot Country Captain Chicken! This isn't just another chicken recipe - it's a culinary journey that blends exotic spices, tender chicken, and unexpected flavor twists that will make your dinner guests wonder if you've secretly trained as a professional chef. In just 45 minutes, you'll create a dish that's both comforting and exciting, proving that gourmet meals can be incredibly simple to prepare.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: Southern
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon curry powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by patting the pieces dry with paper towels and seasoning generously with salt and pepper.
- Set the Instant Pot to Sauté mode and heat the olive oil. Brown the chicken pieces on all sides, working in batches to avoid overcrowding. Remove chicken and set aside.
- In the same Instant Pot, sauté the chopped onions until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
- Sprinkle curry powder over the onions and garlic, stirring to coat and release the spice's aromatics for about 1 minute.
- Pour in chicken broth and diced tomatoes, scraping the bottom of the pot to release any browned bits.
- Return the browned chicken pieces to the Instant Pot, nestling them into the liquid.
- Sprinkle raisins over the chicken, which will add a subtle sweetness to the dish.
- Close the Instant Pot lid, set the valve to sealing, and cook on high pressure for 15 minutes.
- Once cooking is complete, allow for a natural pressure release for 5 minutes, then carefully do a quick release.
- Remove the chicken pieces and set aside. If the sauce is too thin, use the Sauté function to reduce it for 2-3 minutes.
- Toast the sliced almonds in a dry skillet until golden brown.
- Plate the chicken, spoon the sauce over the top, and garnish with toasted almonds.
- Serve hot, ideally with rice or crusty bread to soak up the flavorful sauce.
Tips
- Pat the chicken pieces completely dry before seasoning to ensure perfect browning and crisp exterior.
- Brown the chicken in batches to prevent overcrowding, which can lead to steaming instead of searing.
- Toast the almonds separately to maintain their crunch and enhance their nutty flavor.
- Use high-quality curry powder for the most robust and authentic taste.
- Don't skip the raisins - they add a subtle sweetness that balances the savory spices.
- Let the natural pressure release for 5 minutes to help keep the chicken incredibly tender.
- If the sauce seems too thin, use the Sauté function to reduce and concentrate the flavors.
- Serve over fluffy rice or with crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 380kcal
Carbohydrates: 15g
Protein: 35g
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 110mg
