Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1 pound chicken tenders
  • 1/4 cup flour
  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 Tablespoons salted butter
  • 2 bell peppers (green, yellow or red) (sliced)
  • 1 onion (sliced)
  • 2 cups chicken broth, divided use (can also use ½ cup white wine in place of 1/2 cup of chicken broth)
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1 pound cooked thin spaghetti
  • freshly grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
  • parsley flakes, (optional)

Instruction

  • In a large mixing bowl, add the chicken tenders and flour. Mix to coat evenly.
  • Turn on the Instant Pot to the saute setting and allow it to get nice and hot. Pour the olive oil into the pot. Place the chicken tenders in and sear 2 minutes on each side. You want them to be golden brown on each side.
  • Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.
  • Add in the butter, sliced bell peppers and onions. Saute for 5 minutes. You just want a light browning on them. Don't cook until soft.
  • Pour in ½ cup chicken broth to deglaze the pot. Use a wooden spoon to scrape the bottom of the inner pot to make sure nothing is stuck to it. If anything sticks to the bottom you may get the burn notice.
  • Add the chicken back into the pot along with the remaining chicken broth and the spices (red pepper flakes, oregano, garlic powder, salt and pepper). Stir to combine.
  • Seal the Instant Pot, make sure the vent nozzle is set to "seal" and set to manual high pressure for 6 minutes. It will take about 10 minutes for your pot to reach pressure.
  • This is a good time to start cooking the spaghetti until al dente.
  • Once the chicken is done cooking, do a quick pressure release by turning the valve. Be careful of the steam!
  • Remove the lid, add in the heavy cream and the lemon juice and stir to combine.
  • Finally, stir in the cooked pasta. Mix to combine. The sauce will thicken upon standing.
  • Serve with fresh Parmesan cheese and parsley.