Instant Pot Whole Rotisserie-Style Chicken
A whole chicken cooked in the Instant Pot in 30 minutes. Gluten-free with 44g protein per serving — the ultimate meal prep protein base.
PROTEIN 44g
CALORIES 340
P:E RATIO 2.4
TIME 30m
YIELD 6
P:E 2.4
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ORIGINAL
VEGAN SWAP
1 whole chicken (4-5 lbs) 44G PROTEIN
1 tbsp olive oil FLAVOR
1 tsp paprika FLAVOR
1 tsp garlic powder FLAVOR
1 tsp onion powder FLAVOR
1/2 tsp thyme FLAVOR
1 cup chicken broth 44G PROTEIN
Salt and pepper to taste FLAVOR
MEAL PREP LOGISTICS
- Storage: Refrigerate carved for up to 5 days. Freeze for up to 3 months.
- Batching: Natural release is essential — quick release makes the chicken tough.
- Reheat: Microwave 90 seconds with drippings. Oven at 350°F for 5 minutes for better texture.
EXECUTION STEPS
01
THE MACRO PREP
Mix all seasonings. Rub chicken with olive oil and seasoning blend.
02
HIGH HEAT SEAR
Pour broth into the Instant Pot. Place trivet inside.
03
VEGGIE STEAM-SAUTÉ
Set chicken breast-side up on the trivet.
04
HIGH HEAT SEAR
Seal lid. Cook on HIGH pressure for 25 minutes. Natural release 15 minutes.
05
STEP 5
Optional: broil 3-5 minutes for crispy skin.
06
STEP 6
Carve and portion for the week.
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servings
- 1 whole chicken (4-5 lbs)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp thyme
- 1 cup chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste