Instant Pot Parmesan Ranch Chicken and Potatoes Recipe (2024)

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1. Heather says:

   Will this work with frozen chicken if I cook it longer?

2. Karrie says:

   wondering the same thing!

3. Cyd says:

   Frozen chicken should work too.

4. Jennie says:

   Would it still be good with russet potatoes instead of red?

5. MaryKay Ziegler says:

   But how long do I cook it if the chicken is frozen?

6. Tish says:

   My Instant Pot does not have a "Manual" setting. Is "Pressure Cook" the same thing? I can set the timer for 16 minutes.

7. Cyd says:

   Yes, Manual or pressure cook is the same thing.

8. Cyd says:

   I would add about 3 extra minutes.

9. Cyd says:

   Sure, use whatever potatoes you have on hand!

10. Lin says:

    Can I substitute thighs for the chicken breast? Would I need to cook it longer?

11. Chris says:

    Are you cutting the chicken and potatoes before putting them in the pot? Or after?

12. Cyd says:

    The potatoes are quartered and we laid the chicken breasts in whole. But if your chicken breasts are really big, you can cut them in half.

13. Lisa says:

    Thank you for the great recipes you share.I made this last night. It was easy and tasty! I only had small gold potatoes so that's what I used, and I left the potatoes whole.

14. Hillary says:

    This recipe was delicious and SO EASY!! It was a hit in my house!

15. Jeanette says:

    Is this really 3200+ calories per serving? When I put this into my recipe app it brought over that information but I don’t see it here. Just want to correct my app. LOVE your recipes!

16. Cyd says:

    There is no way this could be 3200 calories per serving. Must be an error.

17. Stephanie says:

    Love this recipe, its fantastic! This was my first time using a instant pot too. When you get to the part where its done and you have to move to large bowl or platter...Should you remove the chicken and potatoes with a spoon? There was a ton of liquid left and I was just thinking pour out. So I separated the liquid and then put it in the large bowl. This will definitely be a go to recipe!

18. Rosalie Payne says:

    could you use chicken tenders?

19. Rosalie Payne says:

    could you use chicken tenders?

20. Carolynn says:

    Ok is it the time you say is 16 mins is that 16 plus the extra 10 mins???

21. Cyd says:

    Cook time is 16 minutes. But before the 16 minutes begins counting down it will need to come to pressure. That can take about 10 minutes.

22. Alison Miehl says:

    This recipe is awesome! This was a delicious meal, enjoyed by all. This is something we will make over and over and enjoy every bite! Thank you!!!!!

23. Cyd Adamson says:

    We are so glad you like it Alison! Have a great weekend!!

24. Sheryl says:

    I am assuming that 1/4 cup olive oil is a typo??

25. Erin says:

    This was an amazing dinner!Super quick and extra tasty! I will definitely make again.I used frozen chicken and set the timer for about 21 minutes and everything came out perfectly!

26. Beth says:

    Or you could dissolve a tablespoon of corn starch in small amount of cold water and stir it into the pot liquid after removing the chicken and potatoes. Bring to a boil on Saute until it thickens into a nice gravy. Ymmm!

27. Susanna says:

    Such an easy dinner as the ingredients are all kitchen staples, and the chicken is fabulous. There is a lot of liquid in the pot once you remove the potatoes and chicken, so I put the instant pot on sauté and added a corn starch/cold water slurry and let the liquid thicken. That turned out to be a nice addition to the Parmesan topping. I’ll definitely be making this dish again. Thank you for a great recipe!

28. Katherine says:

    Can you make this in a crockpot? I dont have a pressure cooker. It looks so good I want to try

29. Beca Morgan says:

    One of my favorite recipes from your site. It was easy and my family loved it.

30. Momma Cyd says:

    Hi Beca. We are so glad that you liked the Instant Pot Parmesan Ranch Chicken and Potatoes. It's one of our faves too!

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31. Veronica W. says:

    Do you put the trivet down before you put the potatoes and chicken in?

32. Momma Cyd says:

    We did not use the trivet for this recipe.

33. Jodi Williamsen says:

    Loved this! Easy, quick and flavorful!How could I adjust it for a crock pot?

34. Brandie says:

    This recipe has a tag of dairy free. Parmesan and butter are not dairy free.

35. Ann M says:

    Delicious meal! I am an Instant Pot novice. This was the first non-soup recipe I have tried with my IP. I substituted thighs because that’s what my family prefers. It turned out great. And, boy, was it easy to make. This is definitely going into our meal rotation. Thank you for sharing!

36. Momma Cyd says:

    Thanks Ann! We are so glad you like it and loving your Instant Pot!

37. Dawn-Marie says:

    3lbs of potatoes? Do you cut them up at all. Recipe does not specify

38. Janine says:

    This is the very first recipe that I have made in my new Instant Pot! We are about 9 minutes away, and have not blown up yet!!! Thank you for your recipes and YouTube videos

39. Sandy D says:

    If I use bulk dressing, how much is added to the butter mixture?

40. Momma Cyd says:

    About 2 Tablespoons.

41. Momma Cyd says:

    We are so glad that you are trying your new Instant Pot. We have so many more recipes on our youtube videos.

42. Momma Cyd says:

    Yes, They are quartered.

43. Donna says:

    Made this tonight,it was great!! I cut the chicken before cooking to just help out at the end,lol. Will definitely be making again!!

44. Erin says:

    Can you halve this recipe or only use 1 lb of chicken? Would it change cooking times?

45. Momma Cyd says:

    You can easily cut this recipe in half. Cooking time should stay about the same. Just be sure you have plenty of liquid.

46. Marcia Kirshner says:

    My husband and I LOVED this recipe. So easy and tasty. Can it be made with chicken thighs? If so, cook time?

47. Momma Cyd says:

    Cook time is the same.

48. Dawn says:

    I'm doing a food train. I'd like to be able for them to just reheat them. any suggestions on using the oven instead of the instapot?

49. Mike says:

    Is the two Tbs a typo? one package of ranch dressing mix doesn't add up to that, let alone enough to have some left to make the butter/seasoning mix. I had about 1 and 1/3 Tbs out of a one oz package of ranch dressing mix.

50. Brooke says:

    I’m confused. The recipe says1 ounce of ranch dressing mix divided (which is about 2 tbs), but then it says to use 2 tbs in coating chicken and potatoes in pot. So, is the recipe for 2 1-ounce packages, totaling 4 tablespoons? Or does it only total 2 tablespoons for the recipe?

51. Momma Cyd says:

    We have updated the recipe. Just split the ranch seasoning mix.

52. Momma Cyd says:

    You could bake these pork chops instead of putting them in the Instant Pot.

53. Brooke says:

    Does this freeze well?

54. Momma Cyd says:

    The chicken freezes well. But after the potatoes are cooked and then frozen and thawed again, they are good but not as good as when you eat them the first time.

55. Carrie Lockwood says:

    I love thsrecipe I make for my family aleast it’s my husband favorite there is a lot of liquid but tonight I’m going to try the gravy idea👍

56. Carrie Lockwood says:

    * this recipe

57. Carolyn Falta says:

    I would like to try this but without the potatoes and just cook the chicken. Any idea on timing of the chicken?

58. Momma Cyd says:

    You could cook it for about the same amount of time. Maybe a minute or two less time.

59. Jacqueline Gibbs says:

    I loved this and so did the family, however 16 minutes seems way to long to cook considering i only cook thighs and potatoes for 9mins and pork chops for 4 or 5mins. Anyway i used pork loin cut to breast sizes cause that's what i had and added some half small onions from my garden with potatoes and cooked at hp for 5mins. It was crazy good and will definently be one of my go to's.

60. Teri says:

    A great recipe. I used 4 large chicken breasts slightly frozen and cut in half, 4 large white potatoes cut. 2.5 cups broth and seasoning. All in an 8 quart instant pot for 18 minutes turned out great. Thanks for sharing!!

    

61. Alex K says:

    Big hit with my husband. Very tasty

62. Elle says:

    I've made this meal 2x's now and I can't say I love it. 1 star for the flavor but I'm not a fan otherwise... It turned out overcooked both times after cooking for 13 minutes, the portions are really wacky if you don't make it exactly as pictured which the recipe itself doesn't clarify, and the potatoes turn out waterlogged and tasteless come the end...

    

63. Juli says:

    I have fixed this several times. I love that I don’t have to buy a million ingredients, and the flavor is fantastic.

    

64. Jamie says:

    Loved it! This is the first thing I’ve made in my IP since it just arrived today. Idk what these ppl did that hated it or it came out wrong, but I followed the recipe and ALL instructions (which are very clear) and it came out perfect! My chicken was still frozen so I added 3 mins to cook time and they are amazing and done and delicious. All the steps are clear and there to follow! If you don’t see them, maybe scroll up or down and read everything before you start or before leaving a mean comment. Both the meat and potatoes are well seasoned and I added a little cornstarch (pre mixed w cold water until smooth) then added to remaining juice and made gravy. Will make again. Thanks!

    

65. Momma Cyd says:

    So exciting that you got your Instant Pot! We are glad you loved the Parmesan Ranch chicken and potatoes!

66. Brooke says:

    How would this re ipe change without the potatoes?

67. Momma Cyd says:

    Cook time is the same. Just omit the potatoes. You may not need as much olive oil since you won't be coating the potatoes.