Instant Pot Teriyaki Chicken
This Instant Pot Teriyaki Chicken delivers 44g protein and 399 calories per serving with enough sauce to stay moist during storage. Cook 4 servings in quick prep time, then refrigerate with sauce to maintain texture through multiple reheats. The measured macros mean you can stack this with carb sides without guessing your daily totals.
Ingredients
- •Chicken Breast, Boneless Skinless(680g)
Boneless skinless. Buy in bulk and freeze — Costco rotisserie packs work too.
- •Soy Sauce, Low Sodium(160g)
- •1/3 cup water
- •Vinegar, Rice(45g)
- •Honey(45g)
- •Brown sugar(45g)
- •Garlic(120g)
- •Ginger, Fresh Root(30g)
- •Cornstarch(45g)
- •Green Onion (Scallion)
- •Sesame seeds
Instructions
- 1Lightly coat the bottom of a 6-quart Instant Pot with nonstick spray. Arrange the chicken breasts in the bottom.
- 2In a medium-size bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, water, rice vinegar, honey, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger. Pour over the chicken.
- 3Close and seal the Instant Pot. Cook on HIGH (manual) pressure for 10 minutes. Let the pressure release naturally for 5 minutes, then immediately vent to release the remaining pressure. Carefully open the lid. Turn the Instant Pot OFF. Transfer the chicken to a plate and let it cool for a few minutes.
- 4Once you can safely handle it, shred the chicken with two forks or cut it into bite-size pieces.
- 5Turn the Instant Pot to SAUTE. Once the liquid begins to simmer, slowly whisk in the cornstarch slurry. Continue whisking to ensure the sauce is smooth and does not have any lumps. Continue to cook and whisk until the sauce thickens, about 1 to 2 minutes.
- 6Turn the Instant Pot OFF. Add the chicken back to the pot and toss to coat in the sauce. Serve hot with prepared rice and a sprinkle of green onions and sesame seeds.
Nutrition — Per Serving
399
calories
44g
protein
5g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 44g
- Saturated fat
- 1.0g
- Sodium
- 1527 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 1.2g
4 servings per batch · ~293g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Instant Pot Teriyaki Chicken have per serving?
Each serving contains 44g of protein and 399 calories with only 5g fat and 44g carbs. This is a carb-dominant, low-fat option well-suited for high-volume training days.
How long does Instant Pot Teriyaki Chicken take to prep?
This recipe is quick prep and yields 4 servings, so you're batch-cooking multiple complete meals in one session. The finished teriyaki sauce cooks alongside the chicken, requiring minimal additional prep.
Is Instant Pot Teriyaki Chicken good for muscle gain?
At 44g protein and 399 calories with 44g carbs per serving, this recipe supports muscle gain phases by delivering carbohydrates for post-workout recovery alongside solid protein content. The low fat allows maximum carbohydrate intake within a moderate calorie range.
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