Instant Pot Tender Poached Chicken Breast
Juicy, perfectly cooked poached chicken breast made effortless in the Instant Pot using rich bone broth. Ideal for simple, healthy meal prep that delivers high-quality protein without added sugar.
Prep
5 min
Cook
8 min
Total
28 min
Makes
4 servings
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Made by Zaskya + Lila
Zaskya created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
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More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
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Clearer, simpler choices
Let the recipe do the thinking
Clear steps and a complete plate mean fewer decisions when focus is in short supply—and a more substantial meal once you are done.
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Setup
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Prep
5 min
Cook
8 min
Total
28 min
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Equipment
Knife and cutting board
Time saver
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Instructions
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Next: Pour chicken bone broth into the Instant…
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Pour chicken bone broth into the Instant…
Pour chicken bone broth into the Instant Pot inner pot and place the trivet inside.
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Arrange whole boneless
Arrange whole boneless, skinless chicken breasts on the trivet in a single layer, ensuring they do not overlap tightly.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Sprinkle sea salt and ground black pepper…
Sprinkle sea salt and ground black pepper evenly over the chicken breasts.
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Secure the Instant Pot lid and set…
Secure the Instant Pot lid and set the steam release valve to the Sealing position.
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Select Pressure Cook (or Manual) on High…
Select Pressure Cook (or Manual) on High Pressure and set the timer for 8 minutes.
Allow: 8 minutes
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Allow the pressure to naturally release for…
When the cooking time ends, allow the pressure to naturally release for 10 minutes before carefully switching the valve to Venting to release any remaining steam.
Allow: 10 minutes
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Remove the lid and use a meat…
Remove the lid and use a meat thermometer to check that the thickest part of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
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Transfer the chicken breasts to a cutting…
Transfer the chicken breasts to a cutting board and allow them to rest for 5 minutes to lock in juices before slicing or shredding.
Allow: 5 minutes
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Serve warm immediately or let cool completely…
Serve warm immediately or let cool completely before storing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
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