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Instant Pot Chicken Soup

This Instant Pot chicken soup combines tender shredded chicken, hearty vegetables, and fragrant herbs in a clear, nourishing broth. Using pressure cooking, the ingredients meld together quickly, resulting in a comforting dish with a bright, fresh flavor and a satisfying, brothy texture. It’s perfect for a quick, wholesome meal that’s easily customizable.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Comfort Food
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups chicken broth preferably homemade or store-bought
  • 2 pieces chicken breasts skinless, boneless
  • 2 stalks celery chopped
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme or fresh thyme if available
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Instant Pot or pressure cooker
  • Sharp chef’s knife
  • Wooden spoon
  • Measuring spoons and cups

Method
 

  1. Set your Instant Pot to the sauté setting and add a splash of oil. When hot, add diced onions, carrots, and chopped celery. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are fragrant and slightly softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the chicken breasts on top of the sautéed vegetables, then pour in the chicken broth. Sprinkle with thyme, and season with salt and pepper to your liking. Lock the lid onto the Instant Pot.
  3. Cook on high pressure for 10 minutes. Once the cooking cycle finishes, allow a natural release for 10 minutes before carefully opening the lid.
  4. Carefully remove the chicken breasts from the soup and place them on a cutting board. Use two forks to shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces, then return it to the pot.
  5. Stir in the lemon juice and chopped parsley, then give the soup a good stir to distribute the flavors evenly. Let it simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes to meld everything together.
  6. Taste the broth and adjust the seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if needed. Serve hot, garnished with extra parsley if desired.

Notes

For a richer flavor, consider adding a bay leaf during cooking. Feel free to swap herbs or add other vegetables like spinach or peas for variety.