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Instant Pot Pesto Chicken Pasta

4.86 from 7 votes
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 People

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 Cup Dairy-Free Pesto
  • 1 1/2 lbs Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast Cut into 1 inch pieces
  • 3 1/2 Cups Broccoli Florets
  • 1 Cup Frozen Sweet Peas
  • 1 Tsp Salt Or as desired
  • 1/2 Tsp Pepper Or as desired
  • Feta Optional
  • 3 Tbsp Water
  • 3 Cups Pasta I used plant based pasta, but feel free to use whatever!
  • 1 Lemon Optional

Instructions
 

  • Spray your instant pot with olive oil cooking spray. Add 3 tbsp water to your instant pot, add diced chicken on top and season with salt and pepper.
  • Place the lid on and set your pressure cooker on high for 5 minutes. Make sure your valve is sealed so no steam is releasing. The pressure cooker will take about 10 minutes to come to pressure then cooks on high pressure for 5 minutes.
  • While the chicken is cooking, measure out your veggies and set aside. TIP: If using frozen broccoli, you will want to microwave it for a couple of minutes to allow it to thaw. Frozen peas won't take as long to cook as frozen broccoli. :)
  • Once the chicken is done, uncover your instant pot, add your veggies and close the lid. Give the veggies 10-15 minutes to steam from the heat of the pot.
  • While your veggies are steaming, prepare your pasta on the stove. I used plant-based pasta.
  • When your broccoli is tender, stir in the pesto and add your pasta. Coat evenly and serve immediately or refrigerate leftovers for up to four days.
  • Optional: Squeeze fresh lemon juice on top and sprinkle with your favorite (dairy-free or regular) cheese. Season with salt and pepper as desired.
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