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Instant Pot Honey Garlic Chicken: Easy Keto Recipe

Keto Pressure Cooker Sweet Garlic Chicken

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs Chicken thighs boneless, skinless
  • 1 tsp Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp Avocado oil for searing
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1/3 cup Sugar-free honey substitute keeps the recipe keto-friendly
  • 1/3 cup Coconut aminos or tamari
  • 1/4 cup Chicken broth for deglazing
  • 1 tbsp Apple cider vinegar adds tanginess
  • 1/2 tsp Xanthan gum optional thickener
  • 2 tbsp Fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Season the chicken thighs evenly with salt and pepper.
  • Set the pressure cooker to Sauté mode and add avocado oil. Once hot, sear the chicken thighs for 3-4 minutes per side until browned. Remove and set aside.
  • Add the minced garlic to the pot and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in the chicken broth and scrape any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
  • Whisk in the sugar-free honey substitute, coconut aminos, and apple cider vinegar. Return the chicken to the pot.
  • Secure the lid, seal the valve, and cook on High Pressure for 8 minutes. Allow a natural pressure release for 5 minutes, then quick release the remaining pressure.
  • Remove the chicken. If a thicker sauce is desired, whisk in the xanthan gum while the liquid is hot. Toss the chicken back in the glaze and garnish with fresh parsley.