Instant Pot Pomegranate Balsamic Glazed Chicken

If you’re looking for an easy chicken breast dinner that feels a little elevated but still simple to make, this Instant Pot Pomegranate Balsamic Glazed Chicken delivers. The sweet and tangy balsamic pomegranate glaze creates a sticky, flavorful coating while keeping the chicken tender and juicy.

Quick to make and family-friendly, this Instant Pot chicken is perfect for busy weeknights.

Pair it with this Creamy Mushroom Cauliflower Risotto recipe and you’re all set.

This Pomegranate Balsamic Glazed Chicken Breast recipe has such a delicious flavor and I can see why this is a family favorite. The chicken breasts are sweet, sticky and just finger licking delicious! So have extra napkins on the table for sure.

Items Used in This Recipe

Nature’s Hollow Sugar Free Honey Substitute

The Original Instant Pot

Instant Pot Pomegranate Balsamic Glazed Chicken | Easy Chicken Breast Dinner

Why You’ll Love This Instant Pot Chicken Recipe

• Ready in about 30 minutes
• Sweet and tangy balsamic pomegranate glaze
• Lean chicken breast for a lighter dinner
• Perfect for busy weeknights

INGREDIENTS:

2 Pounds of Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts (4 Breasts)

1/4 Cup of Fat Free Chicken Broth

1/4 Cup of Pomegranate Juice

1/3 Cup of Balsamic Vinegar

2 Tablespoons of Nature’s Hollow Sugar Free Honey Substitute

1 Tablespoon of Olive Oil

1/2 Teaspoon Each of Salt, Pepper, Dried Parsley & Garlic Powder

2 Teaspoons of Arrowroot Powder

Vegetable Cooking Spray

Fresh Herbs, Optional

DIRECTIONS:

Spray the inside of your Instant Pot with vegetable cooking spray.
Next, combine broth, pomegranate juice, balsamic vinegar, imitation honey, olive oil and spices into the Instant Pot. Stir well. Add chicken breasts to the Instant Pot.
Lock the lid and seal the vent. Select manual and adjust pressure to high. Time for 12 minutes. When done, use your quick release function.
Remove chicken and cover to keep warm. If you want to, you can skim any fat using a fat separator from the liquid.
Remove some of the liquid from the Instant Pot into a bowl and add 2 teaspoons of Arrowroot Powder. Stir to combine well and dump back into the Instant Pot. Select the saute function on the Instant Pot and cook while stirring for about 2 minutes or until the sauce thickens. Serve sauce on the side or drizzled over the chicken breasts. If you are using fresh herbs, top the chicken breasts with your favorite herbs.
This makes 4 servings.

What to Serve With This Instant Pot Chicken

• Garlic roasted green beans
• Creamy cauliflower mash
• Simple arugula salad
• Brown rice or quinoa

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Instant Pot Pomegranate Balsamic Glazed Chicken Breast

Author: DeeDeeDoes

Recipe type: Dinner

Prep time: 5 mins

Cook time: 20 mins

Total time: 25 mins

Serves: 4

Ingredients

2 Pounds of Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts (4 Breasts)
¼ Cup of Fat Free Chicken Broth
¼ Cup of Pomegranate Juice
⅓ Cup of Balsamic Vinegar
2 Tablespoons of Nature's Hollow Sugar Free Honey Substitute
1 Tablespoon of Olive Oil
½ Teaspoon Each of Salt, Pepper, Dried Parsley & Garlic Powder
2 Teaspoons of Arrowroot Powder
Vegetable Cooking Spray
Fresh Herbs, Optional

Instructions

Spray the inside of your Instant Pot with vegetable cooking spray.
Next, combine broth, pomegranate juice, balsamic vinegar, imitation honey, olive oil and spices into the Instant Pot. Stir well. Add chicken breasts to the Instant Pot.
Lock the lid and seal the vent. Select manual and adjust pressure to high. Time for 12 minutes. When done, use your quick release function.
Remove chicken and cover to keep warm. If you want to, you can skim any fat using a fat separator from the liquid.
Remove some of the liquid from the Instant Pot into a bowl and add 2 teaspoons of Arrowroot Powder. Stir to combine well and dump back into the Instant Pot. Select the saute function on the Instant Pot and cook while stirring for about 2 minutes or until the sauce thickens. Serve sauce on the side or drizzled over the chicken breasts. If using fresh herbs, add them on top of the chicken.
This makes 4 servings.