Description
Instant Pot Frozen Whole Chicken is your go-to solution for transforming a frozen chicken into a succulent feast in under 90 minutes. With minimal effort, this recipe combines aromatic seasonings and rich chicken broth, delivering a comforting meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. Enjoy tender, juicy meat with crispy skin that will have everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 frozen whole chicken (about 4–5 lbs)
- 1 tbsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 cup chicken broth
- Optional: herbs like thyme or rosemary
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and tools.
- Season the frozen chicken generously with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Pour 1 cup of chicken broth into the Instant Pot.
- Place the seasoned chicken in the pot and secure the lid.
- Set to 'Manual' mode for 60 minutes on high pressure.
- After cooking, allow for natural release for 10 minutes before quick releasing any remaining pressure.
- Carefully remove the chicken, let it rest briefly, then carve and serve with drizzled broth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 whole chicken (approximately 165g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 630mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg