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    Instant Pot Teriyaki Chicken

    This post may contain affiliate links. Please see disclosure for more information. Published: Apr 24, 2019 · Modified: Aug 6, 2021 by Dee

    This simple Instant Pot Teriyaki Chicken recipe is easy, delicious and faster than take out! Just add everything to the pressure cooker, and dinner is ready in about 30 minutes! via @meamel

    This simple Instant Pot Teriyaki Chicken recipe is easy, delicious and faster than take out! Just add everything to the pressure cooker, and dinner is ready in about 30 minutes!

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    bowl of teriyaki chicken with jasmine rice and scallions
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    It's so easy to make the best homemade teriyaki chicken in your Instant Pot! Seriously, just add everything to the pressure cooker, press start, and dinner is ready in about a half an hour. You'll definitely want to add this easy Instant Pot chicken recipe one to your list of Instant Pot recipes to try!

    I've been working on adding new easy chicken recipes to our weekly dinner rotation, and I experimented with this chicken teriyaki recipe several times before I was satisfied. Even though my family loves the teriyaki chicken from our favorite Japanese restaurant, they all agreed the flavors of this Instant Pot version are spot-on. Go me!

    Serve this easy chicken dinner over Jasmine rice to absorb the rich, delicious sauce. Add microwave broccoli or green beans, and you have a complete meal that's better than takeout!

    Ingredients

    • Boneless skinless chicken breasts
    • Pineapple juice
    • Soy sauce
    • Rice vinegar -- or rice wine vinegar
    • Sesame oil
    • Brown sugar
    • Minced onions
    • Dried ginger
    • Garlic powder

    Traditional Japanese teriyaki sauce contains rice wine (mirin), sake and soy sauce. My version is based on the delicious marinade in my grandma's recipe for pineapple teriyaki chicken wings.

    I used pineapple juice, soy sauce, a touch of rice vinegar, brown sugar and a splash of sesame oil, plus brown sugar, minced onions, ginger and garlic.  You can easily find these ingredients in your local grocery store, and you probably have the spices in your pantry.

    You can use fresh ginger and garlic, but I like the convenience of using dried spices in this quick and easy recipe.

    How to Cook Teriyaki Chicken in the Instant Pot

    There's no need to marinate the chicken because pressure cooking will help lock in the flavors. First, you just mix the teriyaki sauce ingredients together in a small bowl.

    whisk teriyaki sauce in bowl

    Place the chicken in the pressure cooker along with a little olive oil or vegetable oil. Then, pour the sauce over the chicken.

    You don't need any water because the chicken will release plenty of liquid as it cooks.

    chicken breasts in teriyaki sauce instant pot

    Cooking Time

    Next, pressure cook the chicken for 10 minutes, and allow a natural pressure release. There's not a ton of liquid here, so it only takes 6 or 7 minutes to release the pressure naturally.

    Remove the chicken to a plate, and slice it up -- It practically falls apart on it's own! If you want a nice, thick teriyaki sauce, use the Sauté function to reduce the liquid, and add a cornstarch slurry to thicken it up.

    I used additional soy sauce to make the slurry. You can use extra pineapple juice or even plain old water if you want!

    pressure cooked teriyaki chicken in sauce in instant pot

    Add the chicken back in to soak up all that delicious, sweet and savory sauce. Then, serve it over Instant Pot Jasmine Rice, and top it with scallions, sesame seeds or whatever you want!

    Optional cooking method -- dice chicken into cubes, saute until no longer pink, add sauce, and pressure cook for 4 minutes. I made it this way the first couple of times, but I like the set it and forget it way better!

    If you want to make it a one pot meal, use this recipe for Instant Pot Teriyaki Chicken and Rice.

    instant pot teriyaki chicken pin

    How to Store

    Store leftover teriyaki chicken in an airtight container in your refrigerator. It should keep for 3 to 4 days. For longer storage, you can freeze the chicken in an airtight container.

    More Easy Instant Pot Chicken Recipes

    • Instant Pot Orange Chicken
    • Instant Pot Hawaiian BBQ Chicken
    • Easy Instant Pot BBQ Chicken
    • Instant Pot Salsa Verde Chicken Perfect for Taco Night!

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    Recipe

    instant pot teriyaki chicken and rice in bowl

    Instant Pot Teriyaki Chicken Recipe

    Published by Dee
    This simple Instant Pot Teriyaki Chicken recipe is quick and easy to make and so much better than take out! A delicious dinner ready in 30 minutes!
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 10 mins
    pressure time 10 mins
    Total Time 25 mins
    Course Main
    Cuisine Asian
    Servings 6
    Calories 140 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 3 chicken breasts boneless skinless about 2 pounds
    • ¼ cup soy sauce less sodium
    • ¼ cup pineapple juice
    • ¼ cup brown sugar
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
    • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
    • ¼ teaspoon sesame oil

    Cornstarch slurry

    • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
    • 2 tablespoons soy sauce or water

    Instructions
     

    • In a small bowl, whisk the soy sauce, pineapple juice, brown sugar, garlic powder, ginger, rice vinegar and sesame oil together until well combined 
    • Pour the olive oil into the inner pot, and place the chicken in the pot.
    • Pour the teriyaki sauce over the chicken, and place lid on the Instant Pot
    • Turn vent to Sealing position, and hit PRESSURE COOK for 10 minutes. Pot will take a few minutes to reach pressure and start cooking
    • When pot beeps, allow a natural release. When pin drops, hit CANCEL to turn pot off, remove lid, then remove chicken to a plate, and slice. Cover with foil to keep warm.
    • Mix cornstarch and soy sauce (or water) together in a small bowl. Hit SAUTE, and when sauce starts to bubble, stir in the cornstarch slurry and allow to cook until it starts to thicken.
    • Hit CANCEL, add chicken back to pot, and stir. Serve immediately.

    Notes

    Recipe was made in a 6 quart Instant Pot electric pressure cooker. An 8 quart will need more liquid, but cook time remains the same.
     

    Nutrition information is estimated. Please do your own calculation to fit special diets.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 140kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 13gFat: 4gCholesterol: 36mgSodium: 608mgPotassium: 260mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 1.7mgCalcium: 12mgIron: 0.6mg
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    1. Paula says

      November 14, 2021 at 10:11 pm

      Thank you so much for this recipe. Is there another juice that I can substitute if I don’t have pineapple juice? Thank you5 stars

      Reply
      • Dee says

        November 15, 2021 at 11:19 am

        You can use orange juice or apple juice in place of pineapple juice. The flavor will be slightly different, but should still taste good.

    2. Dana says

      April 30, 2019 at 3:10 pm

      I made this yesterday and it is unbelievably delicious! Tastes just like authentic teriyaki and very easy to make5 stars

      Reply
      • Dee says

        May 01, 2019 at 12:28 am

        Thank you so much, Dana! So glad you liked it!

    3. Theresa says

      April 27, 2019 at 6:28 am

      So in a 8 quart would you double the amount of liquid?

      Reply
      • Dee says

        April 27, 2019 at 2:11 pm

        Yes, you'll need double for the 8 quart.

    4. Toni | Boulder Locavore says

      April 25, 2019 at 1:35 pm

      This will quickly become a favorite for weeknights!5 stars

      Reply
    5. Des says

      April 25, 2019 at 1:27 pm

      I am always looking for a new Instant Pot recipe that is loaded with flavor like this one. Can't wait to make it tomorrow.5 stars

      Reply
    6. Jackie says

      April 25, 2019 at 10:46 am

      This dinner came out amazing list night. It was the perfect meal for our busy Wednesday night.5 stars

      Reply
      • Dee says

        April 27, 2019 at 2:11 pm

        So glad you liked it, Jackie! Thanks!

    7. Krista says

      April 25, 2019 at 8:29 am

      Instant pot chicken is a must make this week! Love it!5 stars

      Reply
    8. Paula says

      April 25, 2019 at 7:33 am

      Absolutely love Teriyaki so I know I'd dig this!5 stars

      Reply
      • Dee says

        April 25, 2019 at 8:23 am

        Same here -- My whole family loves teriyaki chicken!

    9. James says

      April 25, 2019 at 6:40 am

      Had to try this right away! Just perfect. Thanks for another great easy recipe.5 stars

      Reply
      • Dee says

        April 25, 2019 at 8:22 am

        Aww, Thanks so much, James! I'm so glad you liked it!

    10. Taylor says

      April 25, 2019 at 4:51 am

      I can't wait to make this! I've been looking for more instant pot recipes and this looks delicious!5 stars

      Reply
      • Dee says

        April 25, 2019 at 8:21 am

        Thanks, Taylor! I hope you enjoy it!

    11. Catalina says

      April 25, 2019 at 3:29 am

      Oh my goodness! This chicken is looking so inviting! A must try recipe!5 stars

      Reply
      • Dee says

        April 25, 2019 at 8:21 am

        Thank you so much, Catalina! It's already one of our favorites!

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