Instant Pot Cheesy Chicken Pasta

Instant Pot full of gooey, cheesy, chicken pasta.

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Instant Pot Cheesy Chicken Pasta

Instant Pot Cheesy Chicken Pasta is a quick and easy dinner that's both comforting and delicious. This recipe takes advantage of the convenience of the Instant Pot to cook tender chicken and pasta in a creamy garlic sauce with plenty of cheese.

Prep Time5

Cook Time4

Total Time19

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Instant Pot Cheesy Chicken Pasta

Servings:

Calories: 705kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

1 pound chicken tenders cubed
3 teaspoons Italian seasoning
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 medium shallot chopped
2 cloves garlic chopped
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
12 ounces cavatappi pasta
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 cup heavy cream
2 ounces cream cheese
3 ounces grated Parmesan
3 ounces Romano cheese
Fresh chopped basil

Instructions

Prep the chicken. In a mixing bowl add the chicken, Italian seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
Cook the chicken. Press SAUTE on the Instant Pot. Add the olive oil to the instant pot then add the seasoned chicken. Saute the chicken on all sides until browned. Add chopped shallot and garlic to the pot. Continue cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the pasta. Turn off the saute function and add the chicken broth. Deglaze the pan for 30 seconds, then add pasta to your Instant Pot. Stir everything around until the pasta is submerged in the chicken broth. Cover it with the lid and lock it into its position. Turn the vent to the sealing position.
Cook. Use the high-pressure setting and cook on high for 4 minutes. When it’s finished cooking, do a quick release.
Add the cheese. Remove the lid and gently stir in the butter, heavy cream, cream cheese, grated parmesan, and romano cheese.
Serve. Sprinkle with basil and serve.

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