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How Long to Cook Chicken Breast (Boneless, Skinless) in the instant pot
Specification: 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, placed flat on trivet over 1 cup chicken broth, seasoned
Target Temp
240°F (116°C)
Pressure Level
Total Time
8–10 mins
Total Cook Window
Flip Mark
No Flip
Continuous Cook
Internal Safe Temp
165°F (74°C) internal
USDA Safe Pull
Release: 10-minute natural release (8 min pressure + 5 min release)
COOK MODE
Live timer · flip prompt · target temp · rest stage
3-Step Execution Protocol
1
Preheat & Prep
Add chicken breast (boneless, skinless) (2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, placed flat on trivet over 1 cup chicken broth, seasoned) to the Instant Pot inner pot. Seal the lid and set the valve to Sealing. Select 240°F (116°C) for 8–10 mins.
2
Pressure Cook
Cook at 240°F (116°C) for 8–10 mins. Use 10-minute natural release.
3
Check & Rest
Firm, opaque white throughout, shreds cleanly or slices into juicy pieces, thickest part reads 165°F. After 10-minute natural release, carefully open the lid away from you. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.
Verification Basis & Testing Rig
USDA FSIS 165°F Poultry Safe Minimum; Instant Pot Official Chicken Breast Guide (8 min / 10 min NPR).
Pro Tip: Always allow a full 10-minute natural release before venting; rapid pressure release boils out intracellular moisture, making breast meat chalky.
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