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Whole30 Instant Pot Whole Chicken and Gravy

A whole chicken cooked to perfection with a rich, Paleo-friendly gravy made right in the same pot.

Prep10 min
Cook25 min
Serves4

Ingredients

  • 1 whole chicken (3-4 lb)
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 onion, quartered
  • 4 cloves garlic, smashed
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp arrowroot flour
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Mix paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and thyme. Rub all over the chicken.
  2. Set Instant Pot to Saute. Add olive oil and brown the chicken on each side, 2-3 minutes per side.
  3. Remove chicken. Add broth, onion, and garlic to the pot. Deglaze.
  4. Place trivet in pot and set chicken on top.
  5. Secure lid, set valve to Sealing, and pressure cook on High for 25 minutes.
  6. Allow natural release for 10 minutes. Remove chicken.
  7. Mix arrowroot flour with 2 tbsp cold water and stir into the liquid. Set to Saute and cook until gravy thickens.
  8. Carve chicken and serve with gravy. Garnish with parsley.
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