Instant Pot® Tuscan Chicken

Recipe View In a small bowl, combine paprika, salt, and pepper. Season chicken tenders generously on both sides. (2 minutes)

Recipe View Turn on your Instant Pot® and select the Sauté function. Add olive oil. Once hot, brown the chicken tenders for approximately 2 minutes per side. Remove the chicken and set aside on a plate. Add butter to the Instant Pot®. Stir in minced onion and garlic; sauté until softened and fragrant, about 1-2 minutes. Pour in chicken broth, using a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. (5 minutes)

Recipe View Stir in penne pasta, half-and-half, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Return the browned chicken tenders to the pot. Ensure the lid is properly closed and locked. Select High pressure and set the timer for 5 minutes. Allow 10-15 minutes for the pressure to build inside the pot. (15 minutes)

Recipe View Once the cooking cycle is complete, carefully release the pressure using the quick-release method, following the manufacturer's instructions (this should take about 5 minutes). (5 minutes)

Recipe View Remove the chicken to a plate and cover loosely with foil to keep warm. Immediately stir the penne pasta to prevent sticking. Add the cubed cream cheese, stirring until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Incorporate the grated Parmesan cheese, fresh spinach, and chopped sun-dried tomatoes, stirring until the spinach wilts. Chop the chicken into bite-sized pieces, return it to the pot, and stir to combine with the creamy sauce. Gently toss in the fresh basil just before serving. (10 minutes)