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Instant Pot Whole Chicken and Gravy

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  • Author: chefisraa
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Pressure Cooking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Instant Pot Whole Chicken and Gravy is a quick and flavorful way to cook a juicy, tender whole chicken with aromatic herbs and spices, finished with a rich homemade gravy—all in one pot.

Ingredients

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  • 1 whole chicken (3.5 to 4 lbs), giblets removed
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 onion, quartered
  • 4 garlic cloves, smashed
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, mix salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and thyme.
  2. Rub the spice mix all over the chicken, including under the skin if possible.
  3. Set the Instant Pot to ‘Sauté’ mode and add olive oil. Brown the chicken on both sides (about 3-4 minutes per side), then remove and set aside.
  4. Add onion and garlic to the pot and sauté for 2 minutes. Pour in the chicken broth and use a wooden spoon to scrape up browned bits.
  5. Place a trivet in the pot and set the chicken breast-side up on the trivet.
  6. Seal the lid, set to ‘Manual’ or ‘Pressure Cook’ on high for 24 minutes (6 minutes per pound).
  7. Allow a natural pressure release for 15 minutes, then quick release any remaining pressure.
  8. Remove the chicken and let it rest. Discard the trivet and strain the liquid if desired.
  9. To make gravy, set the Instant Pot back to ‘Sauté’. Melt butter, whisk in flour, and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in 1.5–2 cups of the reserved cooking liquid. Stir until thickened.
  10. Carve the chicken and serve with the gravy.

Notes

  • Let the chicken rest for at least 10 minutes before carving to retain juices.
  • You can broil the cooked chicken for 5 minutes to crisp the skin.
  • Use cornstarch slurry instead of flour for a gluten-free gravy option.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/6 of chicken with gravy
  • Calories: 390
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 520mg
  • Fat: 26g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 4g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 34g
  • Cholesterol: 135mg

Find it online: https://healthyhomeeats.com/instant-pot-whole-chicken-and-gravy/