Instant Pot Chicken and Sun-Dried Tomato Sauce

By Lauren Mitchell, Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-23 · Updated 2026-04-23

Tender chicken simmered in a rich, herb-infused tomato sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and garlic, ideal for serving over pasta or rice. This italian-american-inspired instant pot ready in about 30 minutes blends boneless skinless chicken breasts, minced garlic, olive oil into a versatile sauce that lifts everything from grain bowls and roasted vegetables to grilled proteins — a small-batch staple worth keeping in the fridge. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so a small batch covers several meals across the week without taking over the fridge. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 1/4 cup, drained and chopped oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes
• 2 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp dried basil
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

1. Step 1: Place 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts in the Instant Pot. Add 1/4 cup chopped oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 cup chicken broth, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1/2 tsp dried basil, 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, and salt and pepper to taste. Stir to combine.
2. Step 2: Secure the lid, set the valve to sealing, and cook on high pressure for 8 minutes. Allow for a 5-minute natural release.
3. Step 3: Open the lid, stir in 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, and cook on the sauté function for 2 minutes until heated through and slightly thickened.