Instant Pot® Mongolian Chicken Recipe

Name: Instant Pot® Mongolian Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 4 boneless chicken breast, cut into cubes; 1 cup chicken broth; 1/2 cup brown sugar; 1/2 cup soy sauce; 1 carrot, chopped; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 2 tablespoons cornstarch; 1/4 cup water; 1 teaspoon sesame seeds

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
4 boneless chicken breast, cut into cubes
1 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup soy sauce
1 carrot, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root
1 teaspoon chili powder
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 cup water
1 teaspoon sesame seeds

1
Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot(R)) and select Saute function. Heat olive oil and add chicken cubes; cook until golden, stirring constantly, about 3 minutes. Stir in chicken broth, brown sugar, soy sauce, carrot, garlic, ginger, and chili powder. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 7 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
2
Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 10 minutes. Complete releasing pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Reselect Saute function.
3
Whisk cornstarch in 1/4 cup water until fully dissolved. Pour into the pot and stir to combine. Cook until sauce thickens, stirring gently, about 4 minutes. Sprinkle with sesame seeds before serving.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 4 boneless chicken breast, cut into cubes, 1 cup chicken broth, 1/2 cup brown sugar, and more.

Yes, Instant Pot® Mongolian Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Instant Pot® Mongolian Chicken

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