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Instant Pot Paprika Yogurt Chicken Thighs

Easy Instant Pot Paprika Yogurt Chicken Thighs with Juicy Flavor

Instant Pot Paprika Yogurt Chicken Thighs deliver tender, juicy chicken with bold flavors in record time.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1 cup Plain yogurt tenderizes the chicken
  • 2 tablespoons Paprika the star spice for flavor
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cumin adds earthy warmth
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon juice brightens flavors
  • 1 teaspoon Salt enhances flavors
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper freshly ground
For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken thighs bone-in and skin-on
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil for searing
For Serving (Optional)
  • 1/4 cup Fresh parsley or cilantro chopped
  • 2 cups Cooked rice or warm flatbread to soak up the sauce

Equipment

  • Instant Pot

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Marinate: In a bowl combine yogurt, paprika, garlic, cumin, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Add chicken thighs and toss until evenly coated. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Sear the Chicken: Select Sauté mode on the Instant Pot and heat oil. Brown thighs skin-side down for 4–5 minutes, flip and cook 2 more minutes.
  3. Deglaze: Pour ½ cup of water into the pot, scraping up browned bits for deep flavor.
  4. Pressure Cook: Secure the lid and set to High Pressure for 10 minutes. Afterwards, allow a Natural Release for 5 minutes.
  5. Thicken Sauce: Open the lid, switch back to Sauté, and simmer for 2–3 minutes until the sauce reduces.
  6. Serve: Transfer chicken to a platter, spoon sauce over, and garnish with parsley or cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Let the chicken marinate well for the best flavor. Searing is crucial for moisture retention.

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