Caprese Instant Pot chicken thighs are perfect for summer! Chicken thighs are cooked to juicy perfection in a sweet, tangy balsamic sauce, then topped with mozzarella, cherry tomatoes and basil.

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Name: Caprese Instant Pot Chicken Thighs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: not set
Ingredients: 1/4 cup chicken stock ((or water)); 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar; 1/4 cup maple syrup ((or honey)); 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs ((roughly 8 thigh trim excess fat)); 8 slices mozzarella; 3 cups cherry tomatoes (halved); 1/2 cup basil leaves (torn)

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INGREDIENTS

1/4 cup chicken stock ((or water))
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup maple syrup ((or honey))
1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs ((roughly 8 thigh ; trim excess fat))
8 slices mozzarella
3 cups cherry tomatoes (halved)
1/2 cup basil leaves (torn)

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Caprese Instant Pot Chicken Thighs

1/4 cup chicken stock ((or water))
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup maple syrup ((or honey))
1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs ((roughly 8 thigh trim excess fat))
8 slices mozzarella
3 cups cherry tomatoes (halved)
1/2 cup basil leaves (torn)

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    "@type": "HowToStep",
    "text": "In the base of a 6 quart Instant Pot, mix together the stock, balsamic vinegar and maple syrup until combined."
  },
  {
    "@type": "HowToStep",
    "text": "Add the chicken thighs and toss to coat."
  },
  {
    "@type": "HowToStep",
    "text": "Cook on high pressure for 10 minutes, with a quick pressure release (immediately release the pressure when the timer beeps)."
  },
  {
    "@type": "HowToStep",
    "text": "Carefully transfer the chicken thighs to a baking sheet."
  },
  {
    "@type": "HowToStep",
    "text": "Select 'sautee' (you may need to cancel the keep warm setting first), then simmer the sauce for 4-5 minutes, until it starts to thicken. Stir in the tomatoes and simmer another 1-2 minutes until they are softened slightly. Stir in the basil."
  },
  {
    "@type": "HowToStep",
    "text": "Place chicken under the broiler for 2-3 minutes until cheese is melted."
  },
  {
    "@type": "HowToStep",
    "text": "Serve the chicken with a big scoop of the tomato/basil/balsamic sauce. Enjoy!"
  },
  {
    "@type": "HowToSection",
    "name": "To prepare ahead and freeze",
    "itemListElement": [
      {
        "@type": "HowToStep",
        "text": "In a gallon sized freezer bag (or eco-friendly silicone freezer bag), combine the chicken thighs, chicken stock, balsamic vinegar and maple syrup."
      },
      {
        "@type": "HowToStep",
        "text": "Squeeze out extra air and freeze for up to 3 months."
      },
      {
        "@type": "HowToStep",
        "text": "Thaw completely before cooking as directed above."
      }
    ]
  }
]

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Serving Size: 1 recipe (968g)
Recipe Makes: 1

Calories: 625
Calories from Fat: 321 (51%)

Amt Per Serving		% DV

	Total Fat 35.7g	48 %
	Saturated Fat 22.7g	113 %
	Monounsaturated Fat 10.1g
	Polyunsanturated Fat 1.1g
Cholesterol 143.4mg		44 %
Sodium 1401.2mg		48 %
Potassium 259.4mg		7 %
Total Carbohydrate 17g		5 %
	Dietary Fiber 0g	0 %
	Sugars, other 17g
Protein 54.7g		78 %
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