Instant Pot Chicken and Potatoes with Ranch Seasoning and Parmesan Recipe
A quick and flavorful Instant Pot recipe featuring tender boneless chicken breasts and baby potatoes seasoned with ranch and herbs, perfect for an easy weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Instant Pot
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 pounds baby red or gold potatoes
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 tablespoons + 2 teaspoons dry Ranch seasoning, divided
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 3 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken and potatoes: In a large bowl, toss the chicken breasts and potatoes with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper evenly over all the pieces to taste.
- Mix the seasoning blend: In a separate small bowl, combine garlic powder, dried thyme, dried basil, dried oregano, and 2 tablespoons of the dry Ranch seasoning. Sprinkle this mixture over the chicken and potatoes, tossing well so all pieces are coated evenly.
- Add broth and assemble in Instant Pot: Pour chicken broth into the Instant Pot. Place the seasoned chicken breasts directly into the broth, then arrange the seasoned potatoes on top of the chicken.
- Cook under pressure: Secure the lid of the Instant Pot and set the vent to the sealed position. Select the pressure cook setting and cook at high pressure for 15 minutes to ensure the chicken is thoroughly cooked and potatoes are tender.
- Release pressure and serve: Once cooking finishes, perform a quick release by carefully turning the vent to venting position. Wait until the float valve drops, then remove the lid. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the chicken and potatoes to a serving platter, draining excess liquid.
- Garnish and finish: Sprinkle the remaining 2 teaspoons of dry Ranch seasoning and grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the dish. Optionally, garnish with chopped fresh thyme or parsley before serving for added color and flavor.
Notes
- Use baby potatoes for even cooking; cut larger potatoes into halves or quarters.
- Feel free to substitute dried herbs with fresh ones, adjusting quantities accordingly.
- Adjust cooking time slightly if using frozen chicken breasts (increase to 18 minutes).
- For a dairy-free option, omit the Parmesan cheese or use a suitable vegan cheese substitute.
- Quick release pressure immediately after cooking to prevent overcooking potatoes.
