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Quick Instant Pot Whole Chicken from Frozen Recipe

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A simple and reliable method to cook a whole chicken from frozen in an Instant Pot in just 90 minutes, resulting in juicy, tender meat and flavorful skin without thawing.

Ingredients

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  • Whole chicken (3 to 4 pounds), frozen solid
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 cup (240 ml) chicken broth or water
  • 1 lemon (optional, sliced)
  • Fresh herbs like rosemary or parsley (optional, a few sprigs)

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, combine garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
  2. Pour 1 cup of chicken broth or water into the Instant Pot.
  3. Rub the frozen whole chicken all over with 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Sprinkle the spice blend evenly over the chicken, pressing gently to adhere.
  4. Optionally, slice a lemon and tuck the slices inside the chicken cavity. Add fresh rosemary or parsley sprigs inside the cavity if desired.
  5. Using tongs, place the seasoned frozen chicken breast-side up on the trivet inside the Instant Pot.
  6. Close the lid and set the valve to ‘Sealing.’ Select ‘Manual’ or ‘Pressure Cook’ and set the time for 90 minutes on high pressure.
  7. When cooking finishes, let the pressure release naturally for 15 minutes, then switch the valve to ‘Venting’ to release remaining pressure.
  8. Open the lid and check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer; it should read at least 165°F (74°C). If not, cook for an additional 5-10 minutes.
  9. Optional: Transfer the chicken to a baking sheet and broil in the oven for 5-7 minutes to crisp the skin.
  10. Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before carving and serving.

Notes

Use natural pressure release to keep the chicken juicy. Broil or air fry after cooking to crisp the skin. Adjust cooking time for chickens larger than 4 pounds by adding 10-15 minutes per extra pound. If spices don’t stick well, spray or brush oil before seasoning.

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