Whole Frozen Chicken (Instant Pot)

Here's how I cook a whole frozen chicken in my Instant Pot!
Ingredients:
1 Whole Chicken with giblets removed (mine was 5lbs)
1-2 T. of cooking oil
1-2 t. salt
1/2 t. black pepper
1/2 t. onion powder
1/2 t. garlic powder
1/4 t. smoked paprika
1/2 t. dried thyme
3 garlic cloves (optional)
1 lemon, sliced (optional)
Cook on Manual setting for 10 minutes per pound (mine was 5lbs so I cooked it for 50 minutes). Let NPR for at least 10 minutes. Optionally, broil 3-4 minutes per side on a foil lined pan to crisp up the skin. Strain and save broth from the pot for soup or other recipes! Enjoy!
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[@Lou-gu4uc]

what a relief to have my questions answered in a concise manner without a history of the chicken and what you might use it for and endless adjustments of the camera etc. Your presentation was great - thank you so much! Also nice that you didn't have music to distract from your voice.

[@MrsMarybiz]

Exactly! Perfect and just what I wanted/needed. ❤️

[@RYN988]

history of the chicken lol

[@shingtome2179]

😂

[@mrwriter86]

It was 6:15pm. I was hungry. I went to the fridge and nothing stood out to me. I checked the freezer. I saw a whole chicken. I found this video. Chicken is in the Instant Pot. Wish me luck.

[@amandacooper6528]

I just got my instant pot 3 days ago. I've used it 3 times and I'm obsessed. I've also been absolutely addicted to your videos for 3 days. Thank you!!!!!

[@joecolletti]

Looks really simple, thanks! One tip that might be useful during broiling-- cut the bottom of the chicken and flatten it out on the sheet. Then you could get even crisping with no flips. I believe this process is called "spatchcocking" when it's done prior to cooking. Search on that term for tips on best way to do it.

[@fengzhang7156]

This is my new favorite kitchen tool! Day 1 I was going to pressure cook a meat kzbin.infoUgkxG-7WiT7ocumjytOpHDFt632PL0pxXRAg and potato stew, decided I wouldn't eat it that night so I went with a slow cook so I could go to bed and put it away in the morning. I love that versatility! The sauté feature works great and adds tons of extra flavor to dishes, and I can easily sizzle meats in the bottom then deglaze for some restaurant worthy flavors.Big bonus - you can cook a whole frozen chicken in about 2 hours. Amazing! I've seen a couple videos, haven't tried it yet, but I will soon!

[@jamesmorrison7847]

Nice work! I like the added broiler step at the end. Crisping up the skin makes a huge difference in both appearance and taste. I would strain that broth, skim off most of the fat and put it in a deep saute pan to make a sauce for the chicken. I'd probably add tarragon, white wine and thicken it slightly with a corn starch slurry then whisk in a few pats of cold butter right at the end. Serve the sauce on the side for an upscale touch with little effort.

[@Mrs.VonChin]

Never thought about slicing and freezing lemons. What a great idea, I have a Meyer lemon tree and never can use them up before some of them go to waste. Gonna have to use that trick!!!

[@katerinakiaha6925]

Shannon Chin I am jealous😢 Have always wanted a lemon tree.

[@debbiefites4212]

Loved this video and am having a head slap moment over the tips about freezing whole chickens! Why have I not thought of that? Thank you SO much! Unfortunately, I just put 2 whole chickens in the freezer yesterday! What a great idea. AND I have been searching for how to pressure cook the whole chicken when frozen. This video was perfect for me. Thanks!!!

[@rachelsbusy9948]

Just got an Instant Pot and I'm feeling clueless! Annnnd I'm always forgetting to defrost the chicken for my slow cooker, so this is awesome for me! Great instructional video! Thanks for zooming in and showing what buttons you're pressing and explaining the beeping and how the machine works.

[@MarcGoudreau]

Well, I was listening on CBC radio to the inventor (Canadian) of this pot and he convinced me to buy one, even though I have difficulty boiling water. After watching this video, you've convinced me to try cooking a chicken in it... thank you.

[@bc1248]

I appreciate learning that I can cook a frozen chicken in the IP for 50 minutes. Thanks!

[@crystalburks2745]

This is genius! I do not know why I have never done that ahead of time, makes sense! Thanks Nili!

[@lynnmcfadden655]

I love using the instant pot for frozen chicken. I love making it similarly, less touching, cleaning, and thawing_ just dump it in and sprinkle on the spices. Great video on spreading the ease of cooking.

[@HealedandThriving]

Thank you for this recipe! We have made it weekly for the last year! My kids LOVE it. Even my kiddo with SPD struggles. Thank you!

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[@jacksprat1556]

Such helpful videos. I got it IP for Christmas and didn't use it for a few months because I was afraid of it--but now I have made a couple of stews that have been fabulous--but not sure what else to do beyond stews so this is helpful. Thank you!

[@seeaclip]

Great video! If you “turn down” the top of your ziplock bag you can keep all the raw chicken juice off of the sealing zipper😀

[@suemarie6032]

When I saw the size of your chicken in the pot, I though you were in trouble. lol If you have a big cut of meat, a trick to make sure it fits is to put it in the liner in your freezer until it's formed. Then it's good to go. My freezer's pretty full (and IP used alot), so I bought a plastic container the sane size as the liner and use that. Thanks for sharing your video!

[@momapes]

YES!!! I've been wondering about how to cook a frozen chicken. Thank you so much for this video, Nili. I can now prepare some for the freezer and have chicken when ever we want.

[@IndigoNili]

+Mo Mapes 😊❤

[@1genevieve2]

@+Indigo Nili : Do you answer all or most of the questions that people have when they post them here or do you have a blog,Facebook page,etc.,too?? I just got an Instant Pot,I have no idea what I'm doing with it,yet (lol) and I really like your videos because you explain everything so clearly,nicely,etc.. If you respond to this,my question,I have a few questions for you. :-)

[@ibbieshoney4476]

I love all of your videos and have learned so much. I'm a fellow THMer for the last 3 years. Both of my girls served on the mission field and so I loved your stories about Africa and serving there!! As far as this video, I'm so excited to try this. Thanks so much for sharing! :)

[@MrShearer1405]

I'm glad you put that in the broiler. I've never seen anyone do that. great job.

[@EatPrayCrunch1]

A frozen chicken in an hour...that's pretty impressive!! Looks delicious!

[@ruylopez9636]

Great Video. I didnt think you could cook this fast from frozen so i bought the frozen chicken. Then i realized I dont have a Instant pot!! I have a . . .(whispering) " Pressure king pro". But it worked out ok too! Thanks for showing.

[@shanacurtis4379]

I finally ordered an Instapot(my late Christmas present from hubby). I am so excited to try it. I already do monthly freezer meals since our schedule is crazy busy. I love the idea of putting a frozen meal in the IP and not having to defrost first.

[@IndigoNili]

+Shana Curtis Yay! You're going to love it!

[@FarmAlarm]

Super simple recipe. We will be trying this tonight on a chicken that we raised on our farm. Thanks for the recipe 👍😀🐔🐓

[@Loke2112]

Cant help but wonder how tender this could be. Spatchcock chicken cooked to perfection is an all time fave so I am reluctant to even try this.

[@FoxysDomesticSide]

You make this seem so easy. I've never done a whole chicken before. I'm going to do this.

[@maya_coqsalonga]

I would try spatchcocking the chicken before putting it under the broiler. That way it would lay more evenly and you wouldn't have to flip it. I'd also throw in a roughly chopped carrot, celery stalk, and an onion.

[@billb.5183]

I was thinking the same thing, but I wonder how easy it would be compared to spatchcocking a raw chicken.

[@winebox]

Bill B. Kitchen shears might work. Also, I would use the broth inside for rice 🍚

[@pennyvecchio6239]

I love that tip Vince. Thank you.

[@pbmini51]

Great help, did it just as you prescribed - delayed cooking as well for 8 hoiurs so we'll see how it comes out tonight.

[@beccas9752]

Hi Nili, love your videos! And just an idea, I have watched your videos and have noticed that you use the combo of salt, pepper, granulated onion and garlic, have you considered mixing these together at a ratio of your liking and then keep in a tight sealing container. And then you can add the other spices and herbs. Thought this might save you some time!

[@michaelgrant2084]

I just got an instant pot and wanted to know how to correctly cook a frozen chicken. Great video that was simple and easy to follow!

[@IndigoNili]

So glad it helped! Enjoy your new toy!

[@Mytitus2journey]

Great video. I have cooked blocks of boneless/skinless thighs and breasts from frozen in the instant pot and they were wonderful. Nice to know I can do whole chickens as well.

[@jbob1548]

How do you do this? How long do they take?

[@Mytitus2journey]

@@jbob1548 individual frozen chicken breasts take 25 minutes. If it was a block of thighs, legs, or breasts maybe 35 minutes and for the whole chicken I cook them for one hour. I do them all on high pressure meat setting. You need to add 1 cup of liquid (water/stock) and any seasoning you like. Don’t count ketchup/Barbecue sauce or something like that as your only liquid because it will burn and cause you IP to turn off. If you live at a high altitude I would add a little bit longer to my cooking time.

[@Mr._D513]

hi from Phillys & Clance... air fried, and on Q grill.... frozen steaks were awesome..

[@jamesryan5868]

Wow , that’s crazy, my wife got an instant pot for Xmas & the first thing I did was subscribe to your channel. I love the things you post I’ve learned a lot already from watching! Thanks!! It’s amazing what you can do with one .Going to try the frozen chicken, thanks again & keep making great videos! Jim ps I love cooking also I’m the one that got the instant pot for her/ me lol

[@IndigoNili]

Welcome! So glad me videos have been helpful ☺️❤️

[@elizabethshaw734]

Always add lemon at the end. If lemon is present during cook time on the stove in a Crock-Pot in the oven or in a pressure cooker it's going to cook bitter. Zest is okay but use the juicy slices at the end and it will be a much better result.

[@Hockeyfan9884]

Cool.. and just to think the down time for a refrigerator chicken thaw. I ordered one today not ever had used one before and thank you in kind for the tip.

[@susanorban3059]

Fabulous!! Gotta get my pot soon!! Thanks!!

[@oohyllab]

I just received an instant pot for Christmas & am going to try it out on frozen chicken. Thanks for the post. Needed some struction, Ha!!

[@nickymullins5851]

I’m glad you posted that, I just froze mine like it was,I hope it will be okay, thanks for the tip

[@SharpEnuff]

I do pretty much what you do with prepping and freezing the chicken and pretty much cook it the same way but I'm not using a Instant Pot but a on the stove pressure cooker. These frozen chickens are my emergency company for dinner plan. This happens when groups of hungry boys and men drop in at the end of the pay period and are too broke for McDonalds:) I figure 1 chicken for every 2 guys. Fortunately I have enough pressure cookers for 8 guys or 4 chickens LOL I make spaetzle it's so easy and fast.

[@simpleandsavored9210]

Great tip for the prefreeze step. Putting my frozen chicken in now! Yum!

[@daverdal1]

I tried this and the bones from the chicken were so soft I ate the entire chicken, bones and all. Now I'm addicted to eating bones, I even threw in a fish head and bones from a fish with my chicken and the taste was amazing. Who would have thought, chicken and fish head stew!

[@Heartfelt-zv7wh]

daverdal1 your kidding right ?

[@daverdal1]

@@Heartfelt-zv7wh no I'm serious. Fish head and chicken! its amazing. Cooked food is different than raw food.

[@mrs.berniemadoff3324]

daverdal1-IF UR EATING BONES, UR NUTS, THEY TELL U NOT TO EVEN GIVE BONES TO ANIMALS/DOGS. BECAUSE THEY TURN TO SPLINDERS AFTER CHEWING, AND TEAR UP THE ORGANS/ ANIMALS-DOGS INSIDES. HOPE UR JOKING, CAUSE UR SUPPOSE TO HE HUMAN......RIGHT?...…..SMFH

[@Bridgez777]

Wha??? U can't be serious... ?

[@daverdal1]

@@mrs.berniemadoff3324 the bones turn to mush. I cook the skeleton for 2 hours in the pressure cooker. Haven't had any issues. Just feel amazing after eating everything. Its called Bone Broth. Splinters only happen to uncooked bones. Try it.

[@quincyrick]

good instructional video - -liked to try it some rainy weekend

[@Mytitus2journey]

Haven't watched past the first minute yet! I was trying to figure out how you were going to get the packaging off of the chicken. I wanted that secret tip, because I have tried and it's just about impossible! Good idea to put it in a different bag. ;-)

[@SpiritBear12]

Even if you froze the chicken in it's original bag, all you'd have to do to get the bag off the frozen chicken is submerge the chicken in it's bag is a large pot of almost hot water. It'll defrost the chicken and bag just enough to loosen the bag from the chicken and get it off when you open it.

[@SteveRouch]

I've had my InstantPot for about 3 years now but I've only used it a few times. Always have trouble figuring out how to set it. Every video/you tube thing that I watch never has exactly the same one I have so the buttons are different. I notice you used the MANUAL button and I don't have that. I have a 12 lb,. frozen chicken that fit in mine and I did all spices, etc. Since my chicken's so big and according to your math, I think I set it for 2 hours on pressure cook. (10 mins per pound, 12 pounds=120 mins) I'm hoping I don't have an explosion or burnt chicken on my hands!!! Thanks for your simple video!

[@kathyabel5338]

Great, quick video. Thanks for the tip before freezing.

[@Seashellsbytheseashore21]

looks great! i absolutely LOVE the instant pot. haven't done a whole chicken yet, but i cook frozen breasts and thighs often. i also use the broth for my soups. it's awesome.

[@IRgEEK]

Thanks for the post! About to try this today. Probably goes without saying, but you can do this same delicious thing in a regular old pressure cooker. I inherited one from the 60s from my Mom and love that thing, but my Wife and Kids were terrified when I cooked with it so got an Instant Pot for Christmas. Getting pretty good at using it, but have to admit I miss the comforting hiss hiss hiss sound of my old stock pressure cooker I grew up with :-)

[@IRgEEK]

Feedback, this recipe worked like a champ! Thanks so very much!

[@alinafstrmom7725]

Yes K.... I grew up with my grandmother using her stove top pressure cooker everyday and the hissing sound from the steam being let out, as well as the delicious smell towards the end it's something I was hoping for from the instant pot. But oh well, I still have the memories LOL.. 👍😉

[@dianemontgomery9872]

I'm 72 and still remember my Mom and Grandma using pressure cookers on the stove. The problem for me is that I get distracted and sometimes forget to turn the stove off for hours. The IP turns itself off - I haven't blacked anything yet! The microwave and Instant Pot are perfect for me.

[@MultiMattman68]

Herbes de Provence is good to put on chicken when it's cooked,taste is wonderful with just salt and pepper,mmm

[@rlalani39]

Appreciate for your best and best recipe thanks I liked it very very much I will certainly try it

[@dyates6380]

Great video! Thank you. I just bought my pot yesterday and this is exactly the type of thing I want to use it for. Also, thanks for the broiling tip at the end!

[@dizziechef9502]

I have a duo insta pot that has an air fryer top broil element with the diff lid.

[@elizabethshaw734]

I accidentally cooked a frozen chicken in my oven with the giblets inside a bag and the diaper still on. I just never thought of it! It actually came out delicious and I discovered the giblets in the diaper. I thought how stupid are you? And I decided not to beat myself up and have a delicious roast chicken meal. Nobody will die if you are they able to get the giblets out or the diaper off. :-)

[@awkwardmyrtle]

Okay, that's it. I need an Instant Pot

[@ebaustin99]

Really enjoy your videos. Thanks for all the ideas.

[@IrmaB6]

Thank you so much! That was super straightforward. I will be using this in the future 😊

[@georgeshotrodbarn2113]

Your the best. I am going to try one this weekend thanks.

[@061356]

I love a good recipe but this video is great. It’s real life!!!

[@mrskhillman6042]

Super simple! Thanks for sharing!

[@michswags]

Didn't know it could be done!!! Thankyou for a NICE VIDEO!!! I have a burning question maybe you can help! lets say..its done..Done!! what if you take the chicken out and it truly needs...another 10 or even 15? minutes..Ive been here several times..Is there a way to get the process going again to give it that extra time to have the meat ( any meat for example)cook Properly!!! thanks!! Hate to say it but when in doubt I OVER calculate.....its time and practice I have the xl I love it! Thanks

[@IndigoNili]

Yeah, with meat you can totally put it back in for a few more minutes if it's not done. Since the pot is already hot it comes back up to pressure really quickly. 🙂

[@WhatLauraLikes2018]

Super helpful video! Thank you for being concise.

[@watermain48]

Wow, that looked really good, going to try it. Thanks.

[@ak01021]

OK let me tell u how we do it in saudi arabia we put rice instead with the water so it soak all the faling juce that is coming out of the Chicken

[@winebox]

aziz about how much rice, a cup?

[@michellemcgough7476]

We did this it was amazing! After the chicken was done we put it on a baking sheet and tented it with foil and then started making the rice. We strained the liquid to get out the lemon seeds and lemon rind from the lemon slices we used when the chicken was cooking. We measured that leftover liquid and added rice to match. We usually make 2 cups rice to 2.5 cups water and there was almost exactly 2.5 cups liquid after the chicken was done so it was pretty easy. We also added carrots, celery, and onion with the rice. Everyone thought this was the best chicken dinner ever! So glad you mentioned about making it with rice.

[@ak01021]

oooh you are so welcome . your comment just made my day . and i invite you to lock up our traditional saudi food (mandi) its the same way but in different test .and i bet you would like it

[@winebox]

Syrian American here, nothing like rice and chicken!

[@jms08905]

Will defiantly try this next time. Thanks for sharing!

[@nusaibahhusain1241]

OMG you just made me life SOOO much easier! Thanks!

[@IamKris411]

This looks incredible! I can't wait to try it!

[@sdb1147]

As usual, another great video. So very informative. If only you had a Ninja Foodi you could’ve skipped transferring the chicken to the oven (more dishes to clean) and crisp the chicken in the pot. I’m going to follow your ingredients list and doctor up my frozen Butterball turkey 🦃 the same way you did for chicken 🐓 Thanks for the info.

[@KindlySo]

Target has the Duo current 9/21 version of the Instant Pot for $99.99. It is probably all I would need. Thinking about it, thanks for all the info!

[@jessicadegraff7265]

Thank you so much! I've been wondering how long to cook a whole chicken from frozen! Will be trying this tomorrow!

[@bettyescookingchannel]

I haven't tried a frozen chicken in my instant pot. I will try this.

[@BeenHereYet]

Making tonight. Thanks for sharing!!

[@THEJONESFAMILYCHANNEL]

LADIES AND GENTLEMEN, this still works!! I tried it!

[@stevehumphries4928]

FYI ... letting you know ... The Android phone (player store) has 2 apps ... Instant Pot Smart Cooker & Best Instant Pot Recipes. Plus dozens of pressure cooker recipes apps ... etc. So if you can try out those Recipes and test them out first very much appreciative!

[@fortuneelectrician7161]

Hi

[@philboomed4758]

thanks for the aps, at times like this, cooking could be cool.

[@gabbyfranks2875]

Couldn’t have been any easier. This is the way to go!

[@uv4316]

Great video. I wish you cut the chicken in half so I see how the inside look. Hence I can tell more about how inside us cooked.

[@RVingLiveTheDream]

WOW! Looks so yummy! i am making this tomorrow, my first IP meal :-)

[@risasklutteredkitchen1293]

I don’t need an ice maker (we have one in our refrigerator door) but it looks super-cool. Enjoy!

[@Spiritwood88]

Could you make gravy with that liquid left in the pot after it cooks?

[@SpiritBear12]

You sure can!

[@maryellenschwemm9165]

Hoping to get an Instant Pot ! I always buy those roasted chickens at Sam's. I know with turkeys there are " parts" in the body and in the neck cavity.

[@lorettacupples1603]

Hi There! I watched your video and my chicken turned out great!! But I have to tell you,,, well, for starters, I have a 6 qt. IP also.. My ck. Weighed 4.70,, set the pot , manual,50 minutes. NR for 10 min. Blood was running,,,reset for 8 min...Blood still running!!! Reset again,,manual for 14 min... Ck. Finally done!! So, I don't have a clue why the times were soooo off... But they were... Next time, I'll know,, Other than dinner running wayyy behind,,,it was good! 😱

[@NicknamedSin]

Time to try this. Your vid is much appreciated.

[@duanecarter3808]

My wife and I purchased an Instant Pot recently.We enjoy your videos.Have you ever cooked a Turkey breast?

[@IndigoNili]

I've done boneless skinless turkey breast before. I cooked it way down and shredded it for tacos. Worked great!

[@rlalani39]

Nice and very good like it thanks I will try it

[@AdrienneDennison]

that's awesome! thanks for the idea!

[@metatronsandalphon5397]

Nice vid n clear spoken Nili

[@Heartfelt-zv7wh]

WHAT ?! No crispy skin ?! Awe no !! ( just kidding ) ... got me sold on this unit .. from frozen to done in hour ... great ! Thanks for sharing !💐

[@brianhendren7955]

very helpful video thank you so much!

[@erichepperle5902]

Awesome! I'm going to try this in my #PowerPressureCookerXL with bone-in frozen chicken breasts. I hope it works! PS: The tip about removing the tampon and giblets before freezing is something neither I nor my wife have every thought of. #GreatTip!

[@manicminer3830]

Very good!!

[@DaisyDukes11]

If you have a bigger instant pot you need to add more water or the pot wont seal

[@NovaDeb]

Super helpful video!

[@modeljetjuggernaut4864]

great job

[@HerbZilla]

i cooked a whole pork butt in mine last night and it is just insane. Kinda crazy machine

[@SuperTechnicalman]

Thanks. excellent video!!!!!

[@skepticalmechanic]

You can buy a cooked chicken ready to go for $4.99 at Costco.. there delicious!

[@RYN988]

thanks so much for this!

[@fragcityreparacionespcylap9992]

awesome, super easy, thanks for sharing :)

[@dave1secondago]

very good vid and info cheers

[@niacal4nia]

Always use 50% more time when cooking any frozen meat.

[@risasklutteredkitchen1293]

I haven't tried broiling after. I run out of time so we just eat it. I buy a 2-pack of chickens every weekend. I cook one fot the dogs and I make one for us. Takes 30 min in the IP. I'd love to learn how to cook the side dish with the chicken at the same time in the IP. I've had my IP since December and I'm really loving it. Chicken, rice, grains, oats, eggs, stews and soups but I haven't done the meat and side at the same time. Any suggestions and help with that would be appreciated.

[@royallclark6331]

Good video. I've had my 6 qt for almost a year and have been meaning to ask a question about natural release. If you plan to use a natural release, do you have the "keep warm" button off? I've noticed that it can take a very long time for the pressure to drop if the keep warm light is on. No one has made mention of it in any of the videos I've watched.

[@OldesouthFarm]

Awesome! Thank you so much!