Looking for an easy, flavorful meal the whole family will love? This Instant Pot Honey Chicken recipe is a sweet and savory delight that cooks up in no time! With tender chicken coated in a rich honey soy glaze, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep. Serve it over rice or your favorite veggies for a complete and delicious dinner.
Prepare your chicken and pat dry. Then set to the side. In a small bowl add all of the sauce ingredients, mix to combine and set to one side.
In cooking the battered chicken in the Instant Pot, add the batter ingredients into a bowl, whisk to combine. Place the oil in the Instant Pot and set to sauté.
Place the chicken in the oil once bubbling hot. The chicken has to be in a single layer. Turn the chicken over to evenly cook. Cook the chicken until golden brown.
Remove the chicken and place onto a paper towel covered plate, and set aside. Wipe clean the Instant Pot insert.
Add the sauce you prepared earlier into the Instant pot and add the chicken. Toss to combine. Close the lid and seal the valve. Set to manual for 4 minutes. Once the timer sounds open the valve.
Notes
For a twist on this recipe add a spoon of minced garlic to make this into an Instant Pot honey garlic chicken recipe. Making a honey garlic sauce will add great flavor.