Instant Pot Cashew Basil Pesto Chicken: Easy, Flavorful Delight
This Instant Pot Cashew Basil Pesto Chicken is a quick and easy recipe that’s full of flavor, perfect for weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast
- 1 cup basil leaves
- 1/2 cup cashews
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in the Instant Pot.
- Seal the lid and cook on high pressure for 10 minutes.
- Quick release the pressure and remove the lid.
- Stir ingredients and serve warm.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in pesto for a few hours before cooking.
- Can be served over pasta or with a side of vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg