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Instant Pot Chicken Legs
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Instant Pot Chicken Legs

Tender, juicy, chicken legs from start to finish in 25 minutes with this amazing recipe!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
broil time5 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: baby back ribs instant pot recipe, Chicken Legs, dinner, game day, Instant pot chicken legs, main course
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 141kcal
Author: Cynthia

Equipment

  • 1 pressure cooker
  • 1 trivet

Ingredients

  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 lb chicken legs
  • 1 cup water

Instructions

  • Combine seasonings in a bowl: garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and salt.
  • Prep chicken legs by drying with paper towels and rubbing in the spice mix until coated evenly.
  • Prepare the Instant Pot. Fit the trivet inside and pour in 1 cup of water.
  • Place the seasoned chicken legs onto the trivet.
  • Seal the Instant Pot and set the valve to sealing. Use high pressure and pressure cook for 15 minutes.
  • Perform a quick release after cooking.
  • Place the hot chicken legs on a wire rack over a baking sheet.
  • Broil in the oven for 3-4 minutes, or until the outside is golden brown. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Calories: 141kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Cholesterol: 60mg | Sodium: 349mg | Potassium: 144mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 183IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 1mg