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 Pressure Cooker Bone-In Chicken

Cooking bone-in chicken in a pressure cooker is a great way to get tender, juicy meat quickly. Here's a simple and delicious recipe for pressure-cooked bone-in chicken:

Ingredients:

• 4 bone-in chicken pieces (thighs, legs, or a combination)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• Optional: fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Chicken:

   • Pat the chicken pieces dry with paper towels.
   • Season the chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika.

2. Sear the Chicken (Optional):

   • Set the pressure cooker to the sauté mode and add the olive oil.
   • Once the oil is hot, add the chicken pieces, skin-side down, and sear for about 3-4 minutes on each side until browned. This step is optional but adds extra flavor.
   • Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.

3. Sauté the Aromatics:

   • Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot. Sauté for about 2-3 minutes until the onion is translucent and the garlic is fragrant.

4. Add the Liquid:

   • Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. This helps prevent burning and adds flavor.

5. Pressure Cook:

   • Place the seared chicken pieces back into the pot. If using, add fresh herbs on top of the chicken.
   • Secure the lid on the pressure cooker and set the valve to the sealing position.
   • Cook on high pressure for 15 minutes. For larger pieces, you may need to increase the cooking time to 20 minutes.

6. Natural Release:

   • Once the cooking time is up, let the pressure release naturally for about 10 minutes, then carefully release any remaining pressure manually.

7. Serve:

   • Carefully remove the chicken from the pot. The meat should be tender and easy to pull from the bone.
   • Optionally, you can place the chicken under a broiler for a few minutes to crisp up the skin.

8. Optional Sauce:

   • If you want a thicker sauce, remove the chicken and use the sauté mode to reduce the cooking liquid to your desired consistency.

Tips:

• Flavors: Customize the seasoning with your favorite spices or marinades.
• Vegetables: Add vegetables like carrots, potatoes, or celery along with the chicken for a complete meal.
• Storage: Store any leftover chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

Enjoy your tender and flavorful pressure-cooked bone-in chicken!