
As a chef, one of the last things I want to do is cook a crazy meal for myself after cooking all day for other people. I usually want something that is quick, healthy and easy to make. Because of this I often turn to my instant pot for quick dinners. One that I have been making non stop this past month is this lemon dijon shredded chicken. It is the perfect textures and flavors together that makes me want to eat a whole bowl of this. It makes for the perfect meal prep as well, I am always eating it on salads, rice and tacos!
Key Ingredients & Substitutions:
- Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs – This cut is the best for this recipe. It is super moist and shreddy when cooked in the instant pot. You can also do bone in, skin on. I would avoid breast because it tends to dry out.
- Dijon Mustard – I love the taste of dijon, however you can also do any mustard of choice.
- Lemon Juice – It better be juice from a fresh lemon, dont you dare think about the jarred lemon juice! Instead use white wine here too for a delicious acidity.
- Chicken Stock – Any stock or liquid works here.
- Italian Seasoning – Honestly any dried herb of choice works here, I also love rosemary, oregano and thyme.

@kellyscleankitchen How to make the best meal prep Dijon lemon chicken! Ingredients: 1. 1 lb chicken thighs 2. Salt and pepper 3. 1 tbsp Italian seasoning 4. 2 tbsp dijon mustard 5. 1 lemon, juiced 6. 1/2 cup chicken stock Instructions: 1. Season the chicken with salt and pepper and add to an instant pot. 2. Cover with Italian seasoning and coat in dijon mustard. 3. Stir in the lemon juice and chicken stock. Season slightly more with a small amount of salt and pepper. 4. Add the lid and cook on high pressure for 30 minutes. Let the steam naturally release and then remove and enjoy the chicken! Would you try this? #chicken #mealprep #chickenthighs #healthyrecipe ♬ Married Life (From "Up") - Gina Luciani
Lemon Dijon Instant Pot Chicken
Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes
Total Time: 35 Minutes
Serves: 2-3
Ingredients:
- 1 lb chicken thighs, boneless & skinless
- salt and pepper
- 1 tbsp Italian Seasoning
- 2 tbsp dijon mustard
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1/2 cup chicken stock
Preparation:
STEP 1.
Season the chicken with salt and pepper and add to an instant pot.
STEP 2.
Cover with Italian seasoning and coat in dijon mustard.
STEP 3.
Stir in the lemon juice and chicken stock. Season slightly more with a small amount of salt and pepper.
STEP 4.
Add the lid and cook on high pressure for 30 minutes. Let the steam naturally release and then remove and enjoy the chicken!
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