Savory Tuscan Chicken in the Instant Pot®

Step 1

Start by mixing paprika, salt, and pepper in a small bowl, then season both sides of the chicken tenders with the spice blend. Turn your Instant Pot to the sauté setting and heat up some olive oil. Once hot, brown the chicken for about 2 minutes on each side, then take it out and set it aside. Add a bit of butter to the pot, then toss in chopped onion and garlic, cooking and stirring them for a minute or two until fragrant. Pour in the chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom with a wooden spoon. Stir in the penne pasta, half-and-half, Italian seasoning, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Nestle the chicken back into the pot, lock the lid, and set it to cook on high pressure for 5 minutes. It will take about 10 to 15 minutes for the pressure to build up. When time’s up, carefully do a quick release to let the steam out. Take the chicken out and cover it with foil to keep warm. Give the pasta a good stir to separate it, then mix in the cream cheese until the sauce is nice and smooth. Add Parmesan, spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes, stirring everything together. Chop the chicken into bite-sized pieces, toss it back into the pot, and mix it all up. Just before serving, sprinkle in fresh basil for a bright, fresh touch.