35+ BEST & Healthiest! Instant Pot Chicken Recipes (gluten-free, paleo, & keto)
There’s nothing better than an easy chicken dinner… unless it’s a healthy Instant Pot Chicken Recipe! I’ve rounded up over 35 of the BEST and healthiest Instant Pot Chicken Recipes (no soups!) that are gluten-free, paleo, keto, and/or Whole30-compliant!
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Winner, winner, chicken dinner!
There’s nothing better than an easy chicken dinner, is there, Momma?
Yes, there is! If that chicken dinner is made quickly and easily in your Instant Pot, then it gets bonus points!
Some thawed chicken and my trusty Instant Pot have swooped in and saved my bacon a time or two, that’s for dang sure.
So, I’ve rounded up over 35 of the BEST and healthiest Instant Pot Chicken Recipes!
Bookmark this page! Pin it! Don’t forget about this amazingly helpful resource — over 35 Instant Pot Chicken Recipes to have right at your finger tips!
I’ve personally checked each and every one of these Instant Pot Chicken Recipes. They all meet the Real Food standards: no processed ingredients, no vegetable oils, no sugar, and no additives. They’re all gluten-free.
Many of them are paleo, keto, and/or Whole30-compliant, too!
Oh, and I’ve left chicken soups out of this round-up. Don’t get me wrong… there aren’t many things that beat a good chicken soup. But I can do a separate round-up of those later.
These Healthy Instant Pot Chicken Recipes include chicken in creamy sauces, chicken curries, Mexican-inspired chicken dishes, Asian-inspired chicken dishes, Indian-inspired chicken dishes, Italian-inspired chicken dishes, chicken comfort food, meal prep ideas, and… well, I think you’ve got the idea. 😉
Did Somebody Say “Instant Pot Chicken Recipes for Meal Prep”?
Why yes. Yes, I did.
The first several links of this round-up are a variety of Instant Pot chicken recipes for meal prep.
I’ve included techniques for cooking a whole chicken, cooking chicken breasts and thighs, making shredded chicken, and even chicken lunch meat!
You can use these Instant Pot meal preps to get ahead for the week, pack lunchboxes, make-ahead salads, or to stock your freezer for later.
I love using my Instant Pot for easy meal-prepping. Be sure to check out my 6 Instant Pot Meal Preps That’ll Save Your Sanity!
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35+ Healthiest Instant Pot Chicken Recipes
Feast your eyes on over 35 of the BEST and healthiest Instant Pot Chicken Recipes!
Instant Pot Chicken Recipes
How To Cook a Whole Chicken in the Instant Pot (for easy meal prep!)
Do you know how to cook a whole chicken in the Instant Pot? If not, I’m going to teach you how! Once you do this as part of your meal prep, you can add the meat to soups, use it for chicken salad or topping salads, have chicken tacos, and more!
Frozen Whole Chicken in the Instant Pot in Under an Hour (Hallelujah!)
Your whole chicken can go from your freezer to your dining table in less than an hour thanks to the Instant Pot - how awesome is that?!
Instant Pot Herb Chicken Lunchmeat
This make-ahead option for lunchmeat is perfect for the family who wants the grab-and-go convenience without compromising on their whole foods standards on a regular basis. It's a staple in our house!
Frozen Chicken Instant Pot - Quick Keto Pulled Chicken
The good news is: you can take frozen chicken in the instant pot and turn it into dinner really really fast!
The Best Instant Pot Chicken Breast Recipe {Using Fresh or Frozen Chicken} + Video
Looking for the best Instant Pot chicken breast recipe? You’ve found it. This method produces flavourful, tender, perfect chicken breasts using fresh or frozen chicken. Excellent for meal prep and make-ahead meal solutions. Suitable for Whole 30, Paleo, and Keto dieters. Recipe also includes Weight Watchers points and a video tutorial.
How to Cook Instant Pot Chicken Thighs + Video {Using Fresh or Frozen Chicken}
Ready for a winning Instant Pot chicken thighs recipe? This easy (and easily modifiable) recipe will produce tender, flavourful chicken thighs in no time at all. Suitable for Whole 30, Paleo, and Keto dieters. Recipe also includes Weight Watchers points and a video.
Instant Pot Chicken Tikka Masala (paleo, keto, Whole30)
Instant Pot Chicken Tikka Masala is quick, easy, nourishing, and so tasty! With anti-inflammatory spices like turmeric, garlic, and ginger, this healthy Indian-inspired dish paleo, Whole30, THM, and keto-friendly comfort food! Serve over rice or cauli-rice!
Instant Pot Pulled BBQ Chicken (no sugar, keto option)
With no added sugar, this keto-friendly Instant Pot Pulled BBQ Chicken is your answer for good Southern bar-b-que cravings — but healthy and nourishing! Serve yours with cauli-rice or on cloud bread to stay LCHF or break out the beans and enjoy a truly delicious BBQ meal!
Keto Instant Pot Sesame Orange Chicken (paleo, Whole30, nut-free) — includes cooking from frozen chicken!
Enjoy healthy takeout at home with this Whole30 and Keto Instant Pot Sesame Orange Chicken. Sugar and MSG are replaced with nourishing bone broth, keto-friendly sweetener, and orange essential oil! Serve over low-carb cauli-rice, zoodles, or spaghetti squash!
Super Simple Instant Pot Salsa Verde Chicken -- Slow Cooker, too! (paleo, keto, Whole30)
A little spicy and a little smokey, this Super Simple Salsa Verde Chicken is a fast and easy weeknight staple. With less than 5 minutes of prep time involved, this nourishing, healthy, Whole30/Paleo recipe can be customized with tons of fun and flavorful toppings!
Instant Pot Dairy-Free Sour Cream Chicken Enchilada Meatballs (keto, paleo, Whole30)
Instant Pot Dairy-Free Sour Cream Chicken Enchilada Meatballs give you all the flavor of Tex-Mex sour cream chicken enchiladas without sacrificing nutrition! This dairy-free Instant Pot chicken recipe is Whole, paleo, and keto, full of veggies, and is great for meal prep or guests!
Healthy Instant Pot Thai Chicken
Healthy Instant Pot Thai Chicken is a delicious addition to your weekday dinners. This savory meal is full of ginger and lemongrass with subtle hints of mint, coconut and curry.
Easy Chicken Curry with Coconut Milk
This mild, easy chicken curry comes together in a flash in the instant pot, but it tastes like it simmered all day. Plus, it's just so dang delicious, it'll quickly become a regular repeat. You can also cook it in a crockpot, oven, or stovetop!
chicken tinga made in the instant potÂ
This Instant Pot Chicken Tinga is another one in my series of freezer meals that I’m working on to make your (and my) life easier. These recipes are all ones that you can prep ahead of time, freeze, and plop in the Instant Pot once you’re ready to cook. Straight from the freezer, no thawing required!
Instant Pot Chicken or Turkey Vaca Frita (Paleo, AIP, Whole30, Low-Carb)
Vaca Frita is a classic Cuban recipe made easy and delicious in the Instant Pot!
Whole30 & Keto Instant Pot Buffalo Wings (paleo, too!)
Make these Whole30 & Keto Instant Pot Buffalo Wings for a perfect paleo appetizer, Saturday night in, or game day! These Real Food Instant Pot Buffalo Wings are clean-eating, finger-licking good! (With keto/paleo/real food Buffalo sauce recommendations, too!)
Paleo Creole Sauce + Slow Cooker or Instant Pot Chicken Creole
There's an authentic but grain-free roux in this Southern Creole recipe!
Chicken Fajitas in the Instant Pot
Prepare to fill your plate and stuff your belly with these delicious paleo and Whole30-friendly chicken fajitas! They’ll will make you think you were in a Mexican mama’s kitchen for lunch!Â
30 Minute Chicken Tacos from Instant Pot to Table
Busy night? Need supper on the table in 30 minutes or less? This 30 Minute Chicken Tacos for the Instant Pot recipe is just what you want for Taco Tuesday, Cinco de Mayo night (or any night, really). This easy shredded chicken tacos filling is naturally low in fat and carbs, making it a very versatile choice for the discerning Trim Healthy Mama.
Instant Pot Chicken Wings
Reduce the cook time and mess with easy chicken wings in the pressure cooker! Perfect for game days, parties, and appetizers!
Instant Pot Chicken Cacciatore (Paleo, Whole30, Keto)
This easy but flavorful Instant Pot Chicken Cacciatore is a fast and delicious meal any time of the year, and it’s paleo, Whole30, and keto-friendly!
Instant Pot Creamy Bacon Chicken
Ultra creamy with a subtle smokiness from that luscious bacon, this quick and simple Instant Pot creamy bacon chicken is a meal the whole family will love! Using chicken tenderloins is key to a quick and tender shreddable Instant Pot chicken!
Paleo Instant Pot Butter Chicken (Whole30, Keto)
This quick and easy Paleo Instant Pot Butter Chicken is so creamy and packed with flavor from the combination of delicious spices. Pair it with cauliflower rice for a great low carb, keto meal!Â
Instant Pot Lemon Garlic Chicken | With Stove Top Instructions
Instant Pot Lemon Garlic Chicken is an easy way to make a flavorful protein that is low carb, keto and Whole30 using your instant pot or pressure cooker.Â
Citrus Herb Basque Chicken Made in The Instant Pot!
Traditionally, Basque Chicken is a delicious combination of chicken, olives, and peppers or sun dried tomatoes and is typical of the regions around the western Mediterranean. Spanish versions, like this one often include the addition of flavorful chorizo sausage. This recipe only requires 20 minutes prep, then cooks in the Instant Pot for 35 minutes while you do other things!
Instant Pot Mexican Shredded Chicken
This Instant pot Mexican shredded chicken comes together in 30 minutes total! Using the Instant Pot to quickly shred chicken for an endless amount of dishes! This quick and easy instant pot shredded chicken recipe will be your go-to.
Instant Pot Chicken Thighs
Instant Pot Chicken Thighs are so easy to make, tender, and full of flavor. I used bone in chicken thighs, but this method would work with boneless skinless chicken thighs as well.
Easy Instant Pot Pumpkin Chicken Curry
Easy Instant Pot Pumpkin Chicken Curry with coconut milk and simple korma spice blend. The pumpkin curry is so flavorful and Paleo, Whole30 and Keto friendly. You can also use butternut squash. Everyone in the family will love this simple pumpkin recipe!
Instant Pot Creamy Italian Chicken
Super creamy and loaded with classic Italian flavors, these Instant Pot creamy Italian chicken tenderloins are a quick and easy meal to serve your family. Served low carb and keto style over spaghetti squash, zucchini noodles, or shirataki noodles!  It also makes a great gluten free dinner over your favorite gluten free noodles!
Instant Pot Keto Recipe: Easy BBQ Chicken (or Slow Cooker!)
If your stand-by BBQ chicken recipe was made in the slow cooker, this recipe has been converted to the Instant Pot to save time!
Quick and Easy Instant Pot Turmeric Chicken
This Turmeric-Spiced Chicken recipe uses the Instant Pot to make a creamy, comforting, real-food dinner that is perfect for Fall evenings. Serve it over rice (or cauliflower rice) with steamed or roasted veggies.
Instant Pot Whole Chicken and Gravy {Paleo, AIP}
Fire up your pressure cooker for this easy Instant Pot whole chicken and gravy recipe. It’s a gluten free, dairy free, paleo recipe and the gravy skips the tomatoes for an AIP friendly meal.
Creamy Instant Pot Chicken Thighs – Whole30
So creamy and flavorful, you will never believe these boneless chicken thighs have no dairy! With virtually no effort, dinner will be in the pot, and 8 minutes later, chow time! Perfect for any meal, these creamy Instant Pot chicken thighs are a keto and Whole30 friendly meal that will be a family hit!
Quick Tomato Basil Chicken for the Instant Pot
The amazing Instant Pot makes feeding hungry bellies quick and easy! Nothing could be easier than this Quick Tomato Basil Chicken, either. Simple, flavorful ingredients and a set-it-and-forget-it cooking method means a healthy meal for your family in no time. For the Trim Healthy Mama it also means a versatile protein source that works for S, E, and FP meals and snacks.
Instant Pot Chicken in Creamy Tomato Sauce
Instant Pot Chicken Thighs in a CREAMY tomato sauce... juicy chicken thighs that take less than 30 minutes to make!
Whole30 Shredded Red Curry Chicken with Slaw (Instant Pot or Slow Cooker)
You'll never tire of this Whole30-compliant chicken with sweet slaw. Perfect for meal prep, too!
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So many wonderful choices and everything looks super delicious! Thank you for putting together this wonderful roundup and including me. XO!
For sure, ChihYu!