Instant Pot Frozen Chicken Breast

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Frozen chicken breasts are one of those things I always have in my house- because they are so versatile and easy to turn into something great.

You can throw them in a rice dish, chop them up and mix them through pasta, serve with potato, veg, and sauce, or use them to make shredded chicken for salads, wraps, and all kinds of things.

The question is: what is the best way to cook frozen chicken breasts without defrosting? I have found that instant pot chicken recipes are the way forward. If you own a crockpot instead of an instapot, try this Crockpot Frozen Chicken Recipe!

Below, you can find my go-to instant pot frozen chicken breasts recipe for perfect, succulent cooked chicken breasts that can go on to form just about any meal you can think of making.

It covers the ingredients, what you will need, how long it takes, and how to do it step-by-step.

Why Cook Frozen Chicken Breasts in the Instant Pot?

I love my slow cooker crock pot. Instant pot cooking has been a game-changer in my house- and it is sure to be the same in yours!

Cooking frozen chicken rather than waiting for it to defrost saves time and can actually help keep the meat moist.

Chicken breasts are super versatile, but they can become dry quite quickly if you are not careful. Instant pot frozen chicken helps lock in moisture and keep things juicy!

Other than the benefit of tastier, juicy chicken- cooking frozen chicken breasts in the instant pot is just so easy and convenient! It reduces time and mess- with fewer dishes used and much less meal prep involved.

A Few Recipe Tips

You can also make this recipe using frozen chicken thighs. I prefer thigh meat for shredded chicken, as it pulls apart nicer and has a stronger flavor.

Try swapping out the broth for something else to switch up the flavor profiles.

Why not experiment with pineapple juice, white wine and water, or soy sauce- or you could even make a tomato-based sauce to cook the chicken breasts in.

Some of my favorite herbs and spices to use in instant pot frozen chicken breast recipes include paprika, cayenne chili powder, oregano, garlic powder, barbecue sauce seasoning, and cumin. A similar flavor profile but different cooking method can be found in our recipe for Pellet Grill Chicken Breast Recipe.

Really, you can use any combo you like!

The exact cooking time your frozen meat needs depends on how big the pieces are.

Thicker breasts may need a little longer, but 10 to 13 minutes should be more than enough. Just remember to always check the temperature before serving.

Summary

Most instant pot recipes are all about convenience and flavor- this one is no different.

Frozen chicken has never been easier- just chuck it in with desired stock, sauce, and seasonings for a juicy, flavorful piece of meat in a little over half an hour.