Pressure Cooker Orange Chipotle Chicken Recipe

Name: Pressure Cooker Orange Chipotle Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons cold water, divided; 1/2 cup thawed orange juice concentrate; 1/4 cup barbecue sauce; 1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder; 6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each); 1/4 cup chopped red onion; 4 teaspoons cornstarch; Grated orange zest

Servings: persons

1
Place 1/2 cup water, orange juice concentrate, barbecue sauce, chipotle pepper, salt and garlic powder in a blender; cover and process until blended.
2
Place chicken and onion in a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker; top with juice mixture. Lock lid; close pressure-release valve. Adjust to pressure-cook on high for 6 minutes.
3
Quick release pressure. Press cancel. A thermometer inserted in chicken should read at least 165u00b0. Remove chicken from pressure cooker; keep warm.
4
In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and remaining 2 tablespoons water until smooth; gradually stir into pressure cooker. Select saute setting and adjust for low heat. Simmer, stirring constantly, until thickened, 1-2 minutes. Spoon over chicken; top with orange zest.
5
Place chicken in freezer containers; top with sauce. Cool and freeze. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a covered saucepan, stirring gently and adding a little water if necessary.

295

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons cold water, divided, 1/2 cup thawed orange juice concentrate, 1/4 cup barbecue sauce, 1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, and more.

Yes, Pressure Cooker Orange Chipotle 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.

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Pressure Cooker Orange Chipotle Chicken

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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