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    Instant Pot Roasted Whole Chicken Recipe

    Published: Feb 8, 2019 · Modified: Jan 14, 2020 by Anna 49 Comments · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Instant Pot Roasted Whole Chicken Recipe - juicy and delicious whole chicken cooked in the pressure cooker. Great as a main dish or as a rotisserie chicken for other dishes.

    I like to serve this chicken with Sweet Corn Casserole and Classic Waldorf Salad for a delicious yet easy meal, any day of the week or lazy weekends.

    Instant Pot Whole Roasted Chicken on white plate.

    After the success of my Instant Pot Turkey Breast, I knew I had to try and cook a whole chicken in my favorite appliance. I am so happy with the results! The chicken is juicy and delicious, not to mention the Instant Pot does the work and I don't have to baste it and tend to it.

    INSTANT POT WHOLE CHICKEN

    This Instant Pot Whole Chicken is juicy and delicious every time. Another reason to love my Instant Pot! I can have the chicken done in 1/3 of the time it would take to roast it in the oven!

    HOW TO COOK WHOLE CHICKEN IN INSTANT POT?

    • Start by checking if your stainless steel insert is in your Instant Pot. To know why I always mention this step, read my Instant Pot Guide for Beginners.
    • In a small bowl, mix the seasonings with olive oil. Remove the giblets from the chicken cavity. Pat chicken dry with paper towel. Rub seasoning all over the chicken, you can insert some of it under the skin, close to the cavity. Place lemon wedges and garlic cloves in the chicken cavity.
    • Add 1.5 cups of water to the Instant Pot insert. Set the trivet inside. Place seasoned chicken on a trivet. Close the lid, make sure the IP is set to cook at HIGH pressure. Switch valve to "sealing" position. Set timer to 27 minutes. It will take about 10 minutes for the Instant Pot to come to pressure. Once the timer beeps and the cooking is done, press "cancel/off" and DO NOT switch the valve to venting. Let the pressure release naturally to ensure juicy chicken.
    • When the pressure pin dropped, carefully open the lid away from your face. Remove the chicken onto a baking sheet if you want to broil the skin or on a serving plate. Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Make gravy with remaining liquid in the IP, if desired. Mix two tablespoons of cornstarch with 3 tablespoons of water. Simmer with liquid in the IP.
    Overhead shot of whole raw chicken, rubbed with seasoning, in the Instant Pot.

    HOW LONG TO COOK WHOLE CHICKEN IN INSTANT POT?

    The general rule for cooking a whole chicken in the Instant Pot, is to cook it for 6 minutes per pound. My chicken weighed 4.4lb so I cooked it for 27 minutes. It was absolutely perfect! Always check cooked meat with a thermometer to make sure it is cooked through. Always let the pressure release naturally to ensure juicy chicken. If you release the pressure quickly, the juices will escape the meat and your chicken will be dry.

    WHAT SEASONING TO USE FOR WHOLE CHICKEN?

    You can use simple seasoning, like a ready mix for poultry stirred with olive oil. I like to make my own, depending on what flavors I want. This time I made lemon garlic seasoning. I mixed olive oil, fresh garlic, lemon zest, dried celery flakes, paprika and dried onion. After the seasoning is mixed, rub it all over the chicken. Don't forget to pat it dry with a paper towel before applying the seasoning.

    Overhead shot of seasoning mix in a small glass bowl, with whole chicken on plate in the background.

    WHAT TO SERVE WITH THIS INSTANT POT WHOLE ROASTED CHICKEN?

    If you are serving the whole chicken as a main dish, you can serve it with so many great side dishes: Instant Pot Brussels Sprouts with Bacon, Honey Balsamic Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Mashed Potatoes with Caramelized Onions, The Best Sauteed Spinach and of course the gravy you can make from the liquid remaining after cooking the chicken.

    If you want to use the chicken for other dishes, skip broiling the skin, remove it and slice the meat. Shred and keep in an air-tight container in the fridge to use in Chicken Noodle Soup, Spinach Dip Chicken Pasta, chicken salads, etc.

    Side shot of roasted chicken with lemon slices on white plate.

    OTHER INSTANT POT RECIPES:

    Instant Pot Turkey Breast (fresh or frozen)

    Instant Pot Baked Potatoes

    Instant Pot Chicken Thighs

    Instant Pot Smothered Pork Chops

    Instant Pot Shredded Chicken

    Instant Pot Chicken Breast

    More Instant Pot Chicken Recipes.

    To learn more about the Instant Pot, check out my Guide for Beginners. If you experienced the “burn” message while using your IP, check out my Instant Pot Burn Message post to learn how to fix the issue and prevent it in the first place.

    If you like this recipe and make it, snap a photo and share it on INSTAGRAM! Tag me @crunchycreamysweet so I can check it out and leave a comment! 

    Instant Pot Whole Roasted Chicken, seasoned and raw in the pot.

    Instant Pot Roasted Whole Chicken recipe

    Author: Anna
    Instant Pot Roasted Whole Chicken Recipe - juicy and delicious whole chicken cooked in the pressure cooker. Great as a main dish or as a rotisserie chicken for other dishes.More Instant Pot recipes: www.crunchycreamysweet.com 
    4.87 from 15 votes
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 27 mins
    coming to pressure 9 mins
    Total Time 32 mins
    Course Main Dish
    Cuisine American
    Servings 5 servings
    Calories 372 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 1 whole chicken mine was 4.4 lbs
    • 1.5 cups water or chicken broth
    • 1.5 tablespoons olive oil
    • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
    • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
    • 1/2 teaspoon celery flakes
    • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
    • 1/2 teaspoon salt
    • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
    • 1/2 lemon quartered
    • 3 garlic cloves

    Instructions
     

    • Check if your stainless steel insert is in your Instant Pot. To know why I always mention this step, read my Instant Pot Guide for Beginners.
    • Remove the giblets from the chicken cavity. Pat chicken dry with paper towel.
    • In a small bowl, mix the seasonings with olive oil. Rub seasoning all over the chicken, you can insert some of it under the skin, close to the cavity. Place lemon wedges and garlic cloves in the chicken cavity.
    • Add 1.5 cups of water to the Instant Pot insert. Set the trivet inside. Place seasoned chicken on a trivet. Close the lid, make sure the IP is set to cook at HIGH pressure. Switch valve to "sealing" position. Set timer to 27 minutes (6 minutes per pound!). It will take about 10 minutes for the Instant Pot to come to pressure. Once the timer beeps and the cooking is done, press "cancel/off" and DO NOT switch the valve to venting. Let the pressure release naturally to ensure juicy chicken.
    • When the pressure pin dropped, carefully open the lid away from your face. Remove the chicken onto a baking sheet if you want to broil the skin or on a serving plate. Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

    Notes

    Make gravy with remaining liquid in the IP, if desired. Mix two tablespoons of cornstarch with 3 tablespoons of water. Simmer with liquid in the IP.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 372kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 114mg | Sodium: 576mg | Potassium: 310mg | Vitamin A: 265IU | Vitamin C: 8.9mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 1.5mg
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    1. Belle says

      January 05, 2021 at 9:14 pm

      Tried this tonight and it was delicious. I added a few stems of fresh thyme in the cavity along with the lemon wedges and garlic and the smell was heavenly....brought everyone into the kitchen. Hubby and kids loved it.
      Thank you for sharing!

      Reply
    2. Connie Summers says

      December 23, 2020 at 9:30 pm

      Omg the bestest chicken ever. So moist and good.

      Reply
      • Anna says

        January 01, 2021 at 5:28 pm

        Yay! Thank you, Connie!

        Reply
    3. Angela says

      November 17, 2020 at 3:21 pm

      Is the chicken used cold from the refrigerator ? Or do you let it sit out for a bit?

      Reply
      • C. Wallace says

        December 03, 2020 at 12:39 am

        I just made this with a chicken cold from the refrigerator, worked just fine =)

        Reply
    4. Cat says

      March 20, 2020 at 1:03 pm

      My very first recipe in my brand new Instant Pot! (I steamed some brown rice but that doesn't count)
      Very tasty and easy! I made up my own marinade.
      Thank you!

      Reply
      • Anna says

        March 20, 2020 at 11:42 pm

        That's wonderful! I am so glad it was a hit!

        Reply
    5. james genua says

      February 23, 2020 at 4:45 pm

      5 stars
      I am an IP newbie. I have a question unrelated to the recipe. If there is a preset button for poultry, why does the recipe not use it?

      Reply
    6. Peppi Kramer says

      January 30, 2020 at 10:15 pm

      5 stars
      I made this for dinner tonight and was impressed. After a number of attempts for a whole chicken, I gave up. Most came out with mushy meat. so I cut the time back to 20 minutes on a 5.5# bird. Came out perfect, great flavor and 2 cups of gravy.

      Reply
    7. Candice says

      January 14, 2020 at 12:43 pm

      I don't have a trivit... Can I put in without, or do I need to buy one?

      Reply
      • Anna says

        January 15, 2020 at 1:49 pm

        Hi Candice! Your Instant Pot should have the trivet (wire rack) included. If not, you can use forks or balls of aluminum foil. The chicken should not be in the liquid so it is recommended to use a trivet.

        Reply
    8. Kathy Rae says

      December 30, 2019 at 6:27 pm

      I was hoping to add potatoes and sweet potatoes to this recipe. Can I do that and if so do I need to increase the cooking time?

      Reply
    9. Brooke says

      September 30, 2019 at 4:51 pm

      If it is frozen does that change cooking time??
      Hoping to make this tonight

      Reply
      • Anna says

        September 30, 2019 at 5:39 pm

        Hi Brooke! I didn't test this recipe with a frozen chicken so I can't guarantee how it will turn out. In general, the Instant Pot will take longer to come to pressure since the bird is frozen. I would add at least 5 min to cooking time. Hope this helps!

        Reply
      • Haley says

        October 30, 2019 at 2:35 pm

        I was wondering the same thing about a frozen whole chicken. Didn’t realize that the hubs had put it in the freezer! Was planning on trying this tonight.

        Reply
    10. Jared says

      September 29, 2019 at 9:08 pm

      Hello! Thank you so much for posting this recipe! I just tried it for the first time and it was absolutely delicious! I added just a bit of apple cider vinegar to the mix as well!

      Reply
      • Anna says

        September 29, 2019 at 10:31 pm

        Hi Jared! That's awesome! I am so glad you like the chicken. Thank you for trying my recipe!

        Reply
    11. Tara Jones says

      September 24, 2019 at 3:49 pm

      Can you cook the giblets in the bottom of the instant pot with your water? We love giblet gravy and it would be nice not to have to use a separate pan for it. Thank you!

      Reply
      • Anna says

        September 25, 2019 at 11:08 pm

        Hi Tara! It should be just fine. Let me know if you try it!

        Reply
    12. TONI YACOBONI says

      August 16, 2019 at 1:53 pm

      how long do I cook a 7lb bird?

      Reply
    13. Robin says

      July 26, 2019 at 7:28 pm

      3 stars
      So ended up marinating and putting away for a few hours. My bird was 3.5 lbs so set it for 21 minutes.

      I felt the seasoning was lacking as it was quite bland for our taste. Also, it was so well done that as I was carving it up, the drumstick just came off the meat. Thank you though.

      Reply
    14. Robin Nayyar says

      July 25, 2019 at 7:15 am

      Looks fantastic. Planning on making this tonight. Since I have time, is it a good idea to marinate it with the rub and let it sit till the evening before throwing in the IP?
      Thanks.

      Reply
      • Robin says

        July 25, 2019 at 7:20 am

        Also, I have a 8 qt. IP. Should in up the broth quantity to 2 cups instead of 1. 5? Thanks!

        Reply
        • Anna says

          July 25, 2019 at 12:17 pm

          Yes, if the manual says to use at least 2 cups, I recommend following that.

          Reply
      • Anna says

        July 25, 2019 at 12:17 pm

        Hi Robin! That could work. I actually like that idea. Let me know how you like the chicken when it's done! Thanks so much!

        Reply
    15. Jan Steiner says

      May 19, 2019 at 11:00 am

      5 stars
      Why the need for more than 1 cup of broth/water?

      Reply
    16. Whalefreak says

      May 09, 2019 at 8:22 pm

      Hi!! Made this last nite!! OMG! Absolutely Amazing! Thank U 4 an Amazing Recipe! 😁

      Reply
      • Anna says

        May 11, 2019 at 1:51 pm

        I am so glad it was a hit! Thanks so much!

        Reply
    17. Carmella says

      February 21, 2019 at 8:28 pm

      any idea of what i should set it at if i have a cut up whole chicken and would like to put red skin potatoes under to then mash ? either way i can't wait to cook this tomorrow for my brother's visit! thanks!

      Reply
    18. Cathy says

      February 12, 2019 at 12:00 pm

      The seasonings on this are perfection!

      Reply
    19. Steph says

      February 11, 2019 at 10:35 am

      5 stars
      I've never cooked chicken in the instant pot before but this was so easy and delicious...thanks!

      Reply
    20. Catalina says

      February 10, 2019 at 3:24 am

      5 stars
      Mouth watering! This chicken looks so crispy and tender! A must try recipe!

      Reply
    21. Melanie Bauer says

      February 10, 2019 at 1:47 am

      5 stars
      Looks absolutely perfect! Such an easy and delicious dish for dinner, need to make this!

      Reply
    22. Mahy Elamin says

      February 09, 2019 at 8:32 am

      5 stars
      I made this tonight and it was so tasty and tender. We loved it. This is a must try recipe.

      Reply
      • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

        February 10, 2019 at 12:59 am

        Fantastic! Thank you so much, Mahy!

        Reply
    23. Chrissie Baker says

      February 09, 2019 at 8:31 am

      5 stars
      This looks really good for dinner tonight!

      Reply
      • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

        February 10, 2019 at 12:59 am

        Thanks, Chrissie!

        Reply
    24. Natasha says

      February 08, 2019 at 4:22 pm

      5 stars
      YUM! This would be the perfect Sunday dinner for when the inlaws come over!

      Reply
      • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

        February 10, 2019 at 1:00 am

        Right? And so easy to make! 😀

        Reply
    25. Dee says

      February 08, 2019 at 4:20 pm

      5 stars
      So delicious and flavorful! Made today and l loved it.

      Reply
      • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

        February 10, 2019 at 1:00 am

        That's wonderful! Thank you, Dee!

        Reply
    26. Julie Blanner says

      February 08, 2019 at 3:38 pm

      5 stars
      This is a great recipe! Thanks for sharing.

      Reply
      • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

        February 10, 2019 at 1:00 am

        Thanks, Julie!

        Reply
    27. Allyson Zea says

      February 08, 2019 at 2:59 pm

      5 stars
      This was so good using my instant pot!

      Reply
      • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

        February 10, 2019 at 1:00 am

        Perfect! Thanks, Allyson!

        Reply
    28. Mallory Lanz says

      February 08, 2019 at 2:22 pm

      5 stars
      I love that a good roast chicken isn't so far away if you use the instant pot.

      Reply
      • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

        February 10, 2019 at 1:01 am

        Me too! Thanks, Mallory!

        Reply
    29. krissy says

      February 08, 2019 at 1:46 pm

      5 stars
      ive always wanted to roast a whole chicken but never had the confidence or just the right recipe! This turned out amazing!

      Reply
      • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

        February 10, 2019 at 1:01 am

        Yay! I am so happy it was a hit! Thanks, Krissy!

        Reply

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