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BBQ Instant Pot Chicken Thighs

Name: BBQ Instant Pot Chicken Thighs
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs ((about 8)) (Source: 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs ((about 8))); As Needed salt (Source seasoning: salt and pepper); As Needed Black pepper (Source seasoning: salt and pepper); 1 tablespoon oil (optional) (Source: 1 tablespoon oil (optional)); 1 cup low sodium chicken broth (Source: 1 cup low sodium chicken broth); 1/2 cup ketchup (Source: 1/2 cup ketchup); 2 tablespoons liquid honey (Source: 2 tablespoons liquid honey); 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce (Source: 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce); 1 tablespoon corn starch (Source: 1 tablespoon corn starch); 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (Source: 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar); 1 teaspoon minced garlic (Source: 1 teaspoon minced garlic); 1/4 teaspoon dry mustard (Source: 1/4 teaspoon dry mustard)

BBQ Instant Pot Chicken Thighs is made with chicken thighs, low sodium chicken broth, and ketchup.

Prep: 10 min
Cook: 10 min
Total: 20 min
Original yield: Serves 4
Ingredients: 12 listed

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Estimating…

Main courseAmericanChickenPrep: 15 minutes or lessTotal: 30 minutes or less

Recipe categories & planning details

Meal type: Main course
Primary protein: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Preparation & total time: Prep: 15 minutes or less · Total: 30 minutes or less

A few quick notes

1. Save the cooking water

Reserve the cooking water at the step specified, before it is needed for the sauce.

2. Follow the pressure release

Complete the pressure-release sequence before opening the cooker.

3. Prepare the first additions

Set out the ingredients needed for the first cooking step.

Get to know the ingredients

boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 8)

In the method: Season both sides of the chicken thighs with salt and pepper.

oil (optional)

In the method: OPTIONAL: Turn Instant Pot to saute and wait until it says "hot".

low sodium chicken broth

In the method: Season both sides of the chicken thighs with salt and pepper.

The last little job

Finish as directed

Serve immediately.

A few questions you might have

What should I prepare first?

Set out the instant pot and pot. Start with this step: Season both sides of the chicken thighs with salt and pepper.

Which preparation step should I plan for?

Reserve the cooking water at the step specified, before it is needed for the sauce.

What check should I look for as it cooks?

Let cook until thickened, about 1-2 minutes.

How do I plan the ingredient amounts?

This version serves 4. Use the ingredient amounts listed for that yield. If you change the number of portions, check equipment and the full method as well as the shopping quantities.

Additional recipe notes

*To cook from frozen, I recommend adding 5 minutes to the cook time.

Storage & reheating safety

For cooked, perishable leftovers, refrigerate within 2 hours (1 hour above 90°F), using shallow containers for prompt cooling. Keep the refrigerator at 40°F or below, use refrigerated leftovers within 3–4 days, and reheat hot leftovers to 165°F, checked with a food thermometer. Follow any shorter package limit.

These are general safety limits, not a tested storage or freezing recommendation for this particular dish. USDA leftovers guidance · Safe cooking temperatures

Recipe source: thereciperebel.com. Ingredient names and quantities may be adapted for the pantry.

Preparation notes follow the recipe shown here.

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