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Thai Chicken Thighs on white platter garnished with green onion and chopped peanuts

Instant Pot Thai Chicken Thighs

Jim & Betsi Hill
Instant Pot Thai Chicken Thighs are so simple that they'll quickly become a staple in your family! Full of flavor Thai Chicken Thighs pair well with a salad and a glass of white wine.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Additional Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Food
Cuisine Asian
Servings 4 -6

Ingredients
  

  • 2 T. sesame oil
  • 2 lbs. boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 2/3 c. chicken broth
  • ¼ c. sugar-free peanut butter
  • ¼ c. gluten-free soy sauce or coconut aminos
  • 2 T. fresh lime juice
  • 2 T. honey preferably local
  • 1½ T. Sriracha sauce
  • 2 t. fresh ginger
  • 1 t. black pepper to taste
  • 1 t. Sea sa

Garnish

  • Fresh cilantro chopped
  • ½ c. roasted peanuts chopped
  • 3-4 green onions cut into thin slices

Instructions
 

  • Add sesame oil to Instant Pot and set the “Sauté” setting to high. Working in batches, if necessary, brown the chicken thighs, approximately 3-4 minutes per side. Repeat this process with remaining thighs. Remove and set aside on a platter.
  • Pour chicken broth into a hot container and gently scrape up brown bits from bottom. Add peanut butter to the hot liquid and stir until completely melted. Add soy sauce, lime juice, honey, Sriracha sauce, ginger, and garlic powder. Season with salt and black pepper, to taste, and stir to combine.
  • Add metal rack to the Instant Pot and place the browned chicken thighs on top.
  • Add the lid and lock into place. Switch vent to “Sealing” position and set the “Manual” setting on high before adjusting the cook time to 10 minutes. After a brief pause, the Instant Pot will automatically start building pressure.
  • When finished, do a quick release (QR) to allow the pressure to escape. Unlock and carefully remove the lid when finished and transfer the chicken to a platter.
  • Optional: To thicken sauce, select the “Sauté” setting and heat, stirring continually, until the excess liquid is reduced and the sauce reaches the desired consistency.
  • Turn Instant Pot off and return the chicken thighs and the juices that accumulated on the platter to the sauce and turn to coat.
  • Remove chicken and transfer to a serving tray. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro, chopped peanuts, and green onions, if desired. Serve immediately with extra peanut sauce and your favorite sides. Enjoy!
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