Instant Pot Frozen Chicken Breast Recipes

Sometimes you have a bag of frozen chicken in your freezer and only a few minutes to cook dinner. Don’t worry! The Instant Pot will save the day. Here are 44 Instant Pot frozen chicken breast recipes.

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The one thing I always have in my freezer is a big bag of boneless skinless chicken breasts from Costco (I also always have a bag of chicken thighs). They come in handy for all sorts of recipes. One of the coolest things about the Instant Pot is that you don’t have to thaw the chicken before cooking it. Many recipes do just fine with frozen chicken breasts. I have compiled a list of instant pot chicken breast recipes that you can make with frozen chicken! Many of these recipes are dump and go…just add ingredients, put the lid on top and you’re ready to go. Yay! Enjoy! The recipes that are marked with an asterisk are the dishes that are family favorites.

Instant Pot soups with frozen chicken breasts

Instant Pot Chicken and White Bean Soup–uses dried navy beans and can be made dairy and gluten free!

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Instant Pot Chicken Lemon Orzo Soup–unbelievable lemon flavor!

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Instant Pot Creamy White Chicken Chili*–a family favorite! I make this for potlucks a lot.

Instant Pot Chicken and Rice Soup–a healthier soup, kind of like chicken noodle soup except with rice!

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Instant Pot Homemade White Chili–-made with dried beans!

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Instant Pot Tuscan Tortellini Soup*–perfect with breadsticks!

Instant Pot Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup–fast and easy!

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Instant Pot Chicken Enchilada Soup–a fan favorite! Thickened with refried beans.

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Instant Pot Chicken Pot Pie Soup–the good flavors of pot pie in soup form! Season with fresh cracked pepper on top.

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Instant Pot Chicken Barley Soup*–one of my favorite healthy recipes!

Pasta recipes with frozen chicken breasts

Instant Pot Chicken Pesto Pasta–with only a couple ingredients and a couple minutes you can have an amazing pasta dinner!

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Instant Pot Creamy Lemon Parmesan Chicken–the creamy sauce with this chicken is perfect with pasta!

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Instant Pot Chicken Spaghetti*–the thing I make the most often in my Instant Pot! Love this soooo much.

Chicken Sandwich Instant Pot Recipes

Instant Pot Chicken Salad Sandwiches–you’ll never made chicken salad the other way again!

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Instant Pot Hawaiian Chicken–a super fast and easy, 5-ingredient, dump and go Instant Pot recipe of slightly sweet chicken and pineapples. Serve this chicken on Hawaiian rolls or over rice. Pro tip: Try using pineapple juice instead of the water or broth for extra flavor.

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Instant Pot Cilantro Lime Chicken Sliders*–kind of like a southwestern chicken salad sandwich!

Pressure Cooker Southwest Dishes

Instant Pot Chicken Rice Bowls–This is a perfect dinner for a busy weeknight or a good option to pack in individual containers for lunches during the week.

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Instant Pot Fiesta Lime Chicken—shredded chicken with a creamy, flavorful sauce.

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Greek dishes with chicken

Instant Pot Creamy Greek Chicken Pitas*–probably one of my favorite easy dinner recipes of all time!

Instant Pot Greek Chicken Rice Bowls–an easy one pot meal with fresh veggies!

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Buffalo Chicken Inspired Recipes

Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Dip–the most addicting dip ever!

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Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Chili–-like the dip but in chili form!

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Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Gyros–buffalo flavored chicken rolled in a pita with blue cheese!

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Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wraps–get all the buffalo flavors with the carbs!

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Comfort Food Recipes with Frozen Chicken

Instant Pot Garlic Parmesan Bacon Chicken–a creamy sauce and chicken with parmesan cheese, bacon, garlic and spinach.

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Instant Pot Creamy Tuscan Chicken–creamy chicken and sauce with sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, Parmesan cheese and garlic.

Instant Pot Garlic Mushroom Chicken–a creamy sauce is spooned over mushrooms, tender bites of chicken (and optional broccoli).

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Instant Pot Pesto Mushroom Chicken–pesto + mushrooms = winning!

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Instant Pot Chicken and Mashed Potatoes–chicken, mashed potatoes, carrots and gravy are all prepared in one pot just see the instructions.

Instant Pot Creamy Chicken–a good one to feed a crowd! I make this for my church group.

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Instant Pot Barbecue Cream Cheese Chicken–only 3 ingredients!

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Instant Pot Seasoned Shredded Chicken*–perfect for meal prep! Use in any recipe that calls for cooked chicken.

*my family makes this one a lot!

Notes:

Instant Pot recipes require liquid to come to pressure. For most chicken recipes I use chicken broth or Better than Bouillon chicken base and water.
All recipes are cooked on high pressure with a 10 minute natural pressure release unless otherwise noted (don’t use a quick release or chicken will get tough).
If cooking time doesn’t differentiate between fresh and frozen chicken then add 2 minutes to the cooking time when using frozen chicken.
Salt and pepper to taste and add additional spices, if desired.
See LOTS more Instant Pot chicken recipes
You might also like this video…”How to cook frozen chicken in the Instant Pot–Instant Pot Tips”

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Is it better to slow cook or pressure cook chicken breast? ›

Ultimately, slow cooking allowed our chicken to be perfectly seasoned without compromising the meat texture, a luxury pressure cooking can't afford.

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How long does it take to cook frozen chicken breast in the Instant Pot? ›

Can I cook frozen chicken breasts in the Instant Pot? Yes, follow the same steps above, but pressure cook for 10-12 minutes. Make sure that the frozen breasts are all separated and not in a clump when you put them in the instant pot.

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Does chicken get more tender the longer you cook it in an Instant Pot? ›

This dinner staple cooks up perfectly every time in the Instant Pot. You can aim for firm but juicy chicken for cubing, or let it cook a little bit longer for tender shredded chicken.

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How long does it take to cook frozen chicken breasts in the crockpot on high? ›

When cooking frozen boneless, skinless chicken breasts in a slow cooker on the high setting, it typically takes around 4 to 6 hours. Slow cookers vary in temperature, so it's essential to use a meat thermometer to ensure that the chicken reaches a safe internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Is it possible to overcook chicken in a pressure cooker? ›

Do check the temperature often to avoid overcooking. If the pressure cooker has completely cooled down, you can heat it up before placing the chicken breast back in. Remember to turn off the heat before you place the chicken breast back in to avoid overcooking the exterior!

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Is it better to slow cook or pressure cook? ›

If you want to turn it on and leave it to cook while you're at work, then a slow cooker is for you. But if you want to cook delicious meals quickly that would normally take hours, then a pressure cooker is for you.

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Can you slow cook chicken breast from frozen? ›

Cooking meat in a slow cooker while still frozen is not recommended as it takes a long time for the meat to reach cooking temperature. This increases the chance of food-borne illnesses. It is alway recommended to defrost meat in the fridge before cooking it in the slow cooker.

How long to cook frozen boneless skinless chicken breast? ›

These approximate cooking times are based on an oven temperature of 350 degrees F, and a minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees F.

Frozen chicken breasts (boneless), 4 to 6 ounces: 30 to 45 minutes.
Frozen chicken breasts (bone-in) 6 to 8 ounces: 45 to 60 minutes.

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It is best to thaw meat or poultry before putting it into a slow cooker. Frozen pieces will take longer to reach a safe internal temperature and could possibly result in foodborne illness.

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Which makes meat more tender slow cooker or pressure cooker? ›

Traditionally cheaper cuts of meat always slow cook better. Slow cooking breaks down the connective collagen in meat, which turns into unctuous gelatine. This creates that soft and tender mouth feel we all crave.

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Why is my frozen chicken breast rubbery? ›

Overcooking might play a role in your chicken's tire-like texture. Leaving chicken in a pan, oven, or grill for just a little too long can suck the moisture right out and leave you with a dry, rubbery bird. Without moisture, the protein fibers in the chicken become elastic.

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What is the best temperature to cook frozen chicken breasts at? ›

Average-sized frozen chicken breasts (5-7 oz) may take between 40-45 minutes to bake, depending on your oven temperature. We recommend 400°F, which is hotter than some recipes may call for.

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What happens if you overcook chicken in a slow cooker? ›

If the chicken is cooked too long, it will become dry (even if you use broth or water) and tough. That means the best way to keep chicken from drying out in a crockpot is to stop cooking it as soon as it reaches the proper internal temperature of 165 degrees F.

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What is the most efficient way to cook chicken breast? ›

About This Method: This technique from Food Network starts by having you pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness, season them with salt and pepper, and cook one minute per side in a skillet over medium-high heat. You then add two tablespoons of chicken stock, cover the pan, and bake at 300°F for eight minutes.

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Is pressure cooked chicken better? ›

Pressure cooking heats chicken to high temperatures for a short period. This cooking method retains vitamins, reduces cholesterol oxidation, and produces minimal or no HAAs, PAHs, or AGEs.

Does pressure cooked chicken make it tender? ›

By placing cooking liquid in the bottom of the pressure cooker and placing the chicken in the steamer basket above the liquid, you are guaranteed tender, moist chicken every time.

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Does chicken breast go tough in slow cooker? ›

In addition, chicken breast has less fat and can become dry (chewy or rubbery) if cooked for too long. Without moisture, the protein fibers in the chicken become elastic.

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