Imagine a chicken dish so tender it falls apart with a gentle touch, smothered in a rich, velvety gravy that will make your taste buds dance with joy! This Instant Pot Good Gravy Chicken is not just a meal; it's a culinary experience that transforms ordinary chicken thighs into a restaurant-quality dinner faster than you can say "comfort food." Whether you're a busy home cook or a weeknight dinner hero, this recipe promises maximum flavor with minimal effort.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- Chicken thighs
- Gravy mix
- Chicken broth
- Onion
- Garlic
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients by trimming chicken thighs of excess fat and patting them dry with paper towels.
- Season chicken thighs generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper on both sides.
- Dice the onion finely and mince the garlic cloves to release maximum flavor.
- Set Instant Pot to "Sauté" mode and add a small amount of oil to the bottom of the pot.
- Brown chicken thighs for 2-3 minutes on each side until they develop a golden-brown color, working in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.
- Remove browned chicken thighs and set aside on a clean plate.
- In the same Instant Pot, sauté diced onions and minced garlic until they become translucent and fragrant.
- Whisk gravy mix with chicken broth until smooth and free of lumps.
- Return chicken thighs to the Instant Pot and pour the prepared gravy mixture over them.
- Close the Instant Pot lid, set valve to sealing position, and cook on high pressure for 12-15 minutes.
- Allow natural pressure release for 5 minutes, then carefully do a quick release.
- Check chicken internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) for food safety.
- If gravy needs thickening, use cornstarch slurry or additional gravy mix.
- Serve hot, spooning extra gravy over chicken thighs.
Tips
- Pat chicken thighs completely dry before seasoning to ensure perfect browning and crisp exterior.
- Don't overcrowd the Instant Pot when browning chicken - work in batches for the best golden color.
- Whisk gravy mix thoroughly to prevent lumps and ensure a smooth, silky sauce.
- Use an instant-read thermometer to confirm chicken reaches the safe internal temperature of 165°F.
- For extra flavor, consider adding herbs like thyme or rosemary to your gravy mixture.
- If the gravy is too thin after cooking, use a cornstarch slurry (1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons cold water) to thicken.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes after cooking to allow juices to redistribute, ensuring maximum tenderness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 280kcal
Carbohydrates: 14g
Protein: 24g
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 90mg
