Tried a soup the other night (recipe below) It calls for sautéing the chicken and I think I over did it a bit the chicken was a little over cooked and tuff. It wasn't specific as to how long or how much to cook it I think I did between 3 & 4 minuets so I changed it to less than 2 minuets.
Other than that it was very good, noodles were cooked perfectly.
Instant Pot Chicken Noodle Soup
Ingredients
2 chicken breasts cubed,, bite size, boneless skinless
2 tbsp olive oil
1/4 tsp salt and pepper optional, more or less, to taste
2 carrots sliced thin
2 stalks celery sliced
1/4 onion diced
48 ounces no salt chicken broth
2 c egg noodles uncooked
1/2 tsp basil
1/2 tsp oregano
1 Tsp. garlic
1 Tbs. Italian seasoning
Instructions
Put Instant Pot on saute low and add olive oil, chicken cut into spoon sized chunks, celery, onions, and carrots.
Cook for no more than 2 minutes so chicken gets just a bit cooked on outside and veggies soften just slightly.
Turn IP off and add chicken broth, uncooked noodles, salt, pepper, and spices if desired.
Put lid on IP, close valve and set to manual, pressure, high for 3 minutes.
When it beeps move the pressure valve just slightly to release the pressure slowly. Once steam is released carefully lift lid and enjoy!
That looks awesome, Rich. I got an IP for Christmas and so far have only done Zuppa Toscana (link below). It came out really well. Admittedly, you certainly don't need an IP to make it, but it made quick work of cooking the potatoes through.
https://www.simplyhappyfoodie.com/instant-pot-zuppa-toscana-sausage-potato-soup/
I'll be getting rid of at least two "uni-taskers" as a result of the IP.
Jim, got a recipe or just winging it ? I've got a frozen butt, no not mine.Was going to do it in the Camp Chef. I would be interested how the flavor would be without smoke.
That looks awesome, Rich. I got an IP for Christmas and so far have only done Zuppa Toscana (link below). It came out really well. Admittedly, you certainly don't need an IP to make it, but it made quick work of cooking the potatoes through.
https://www.simplyhappyfoodie.com/instant-pot-zuppa-toscana-sausage-potato-soup/
I'll be getting rid of at least two "uni-taskers" as a result of the IP.
This one calls for liquid smoke, but I don't plan to use any. Gonna use my own rub too.
https://recipeteacher.com/best-damn-instant-pot-pulled-pork/
Tomorrow it will be a pot roast, with a chuck roast, potatoes and carrots. Still working on finding out how long to cook.
No way am I more experienced than you, I'm a newbie using the IP.On one of my IP cook logs I wrote this: I did 2 chucks weighing 2.4 and 2.7 lbs, cut each in half and did a 4 minute saute per side, added 1.75c beef broth and did a manual high cook for 60 minutes. Then I did a quick release and added potatoes, carrots, and celery (without removing the chucks) and cooked 10 minutes on high with a 10 minute natural release then a quick release. But you're much more experienced than me![]()
How were the results?
Finally got around to making this simple Mexican Tortilla Soup came out really well. Nice flavor and super simple to make.
Instant Pot Mexican Tortilla Soup
Ingredients
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts (uncooked/raw)
1 can (15 ounces) whole peeled tomatoes, undrained OR 1 can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
1 can (10 ounces) red enchilada sauce
1 and 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 yellow onion, diced
1 can (4 ounces) fire-roasted diced green chiles
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
1 can (15 ounces) fire-roasted corn, undrained
1 container (32 ounces) chicken stock or broth (stock has more flavor)
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons chili powder (I used 1 Tsp. McCormick’s and 1 Tsp. California Chile)
3/4 teaspoon paprika
1 bay leaf
Seasoned salt and freshly cracked pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
Tortilla strips, freshly squeezed lime juice, freshly grated sharp cheddar cheese, ripe avocados, fresh cilantro.
INSTANT POT
Using the saute function, add 1 tablespoon olive oil and saute the minced garlic and diced onion for 3-4 minutes until the onion starts to soften.
Remove the fat from the chicken breasts and add to the instant pot along with all of the other ingredients. Give everything a good stir.
Secure the lid and cook on high pressure (manually select) for 7 minutes. Let the pressure naturally release for 10-15 minutes before using quick release for the remaining pressure. Remove the chicken and shred and then return to the pot. Taste and adjust any seasonings (salt + pepper) and add fresh lime right here if desired. Remove the bay leaf.
Serve bowls of soup with your favorite toppings: freshly grated cheese, a large spoonful of sour cream, additional cilantro, fresh lime, and lots of tortilla strips!
Finally got around to making this simple Mexican Tortilla Soup came out really well. Nice flavor and super simple to make.
Instant Pot Mexican Tortilla Soup