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creamy ranch chicken on a plate sitting on a striped towel on a wooden cutting board with a fork

Quick Instant Pot Creamy Ranch Chicken Recipe

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes

Equipment

  • Instant Pot or electric pressure cooker
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Cutting board and knife
  • Mixing spoon or spatula
  • Meat thermometer
  • Forks for shredding chicken
  • Airtight container (for leftovers)

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 2 ½ cups chicken broth divided
  • 2 tbsp ranch seasoning mix or 1 packet
  • 1 14.5 oz can fire roasted tomatoes
  • 1 12 oz bag egg noodles
  • 8 oz block cream cheese cubed
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup shredded parmesan cheese
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Chopped chives optional, for topping

Optional Add-ins

  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp italian seasoning
  • Crumbled crispy bacon for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Add ½ cup chicken broth and chicken thighs to the Instant Pot. Close the lid, seal the valve, and cook on manual pressure for 8 minutes. Once done, allow a natural release for 5 minutes, then release the remaining pressure manually.
  • Check that the internal temperature of the chicken has reached 165°F using a meat thermometer. Remove the chicken, shred with two forks, and set aside.
  • To the Instant Pot, add the remaining 2 cups of chicken broth, ranch seasoning, fire roasted tomatoes (with juices), egg noodles, cubed cream cheese, and milk. Gently stir everything together.
  • Seal the lid again and cook on manual pressure for 3 minutes. Let the pressure naturally release for at least 10 minutes before opening the lid.
  • Stir everything well until the cream cheese has melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
  • Stir in the parmesan cheese until fully melted and combined.
  • Return the shredded chicken to the pot and stir to coat everything evenly.
  • Taste and season with salt and black pepper as needed.
  • Serve warm with optional toppings like chopped chives, extra parmesan, or crispy bacon.