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Creamy Instant Pot Mac and Cheese

The Best Creamy Instant Pot Mac and Cheese You'll Devour

This Creamy Instant Pot Mac and Cheese is a quick, flavorful dish perfect for any weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course One-Pot Meals
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • Instant Pot
  • skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • meat thermometer

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken

  • 2 pieces Chicken Breasts boneless, skinless
  • ½ cup Prepared Pesto homemade recommended
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil for cooking
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper

For the Wraps

  • 1 head Butter Lettuce or Romaine
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes halved
  • ½ cup Red Onion sliced

Optional Toppings

  • ¼ cup Feta Cheese or goat cheese
  • 2 tablespoons Pine Nuts or sunflower seeds
  • to taste Balsamic Glaze or fresh lemon juice

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Prepare the Chicken: Pound chicken breasts between plastic wrap to an even thickness of about ½ inch.
    Creamy Instant Pot Mac and Cheese
  • Marinate the Chicken: Mix prepared pesto, olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Add chicken, coat well, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
    Creamy Instant Pot Mac and Cheese
  • Heat the Pan: Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil.
    Creamy Instant Pot Mac and Cheese
  • Cook the Chicken: Place marinated chicken in the skillet, cooking 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and internal temperature is 165°F (74°C).
    Creamy Instant Pot Mac and Cheese
  • Rest the Chicken: Remove from skillet and let rest on a cutting board for 5 minutes.
    Creamy Instant Pot Mac and Cheese
  • Prepare the Lettuce: Wash and separate lettuce leaves, pat dry with a paper towel.
    Creamy Instant Pot Mac and Cheese
  • Assemble the Wraps: Slice chicken into thin strips, place in lettuce cups, and add toppings.
    Creamy Instant Pot Mac and Cheese
  • Serve and Enjoy: Drizzle with balsamic glaze and serve warm.
    Creamy Instant Pot Mac and Cheese

Notes

These Pesto Chicken Lettuce Wraps are perfect for meal prep and can be stored for a few days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1wrapCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 15mg
Keyword gluten-free, healthy meals, low-carb, meal prep, Pesto Chicken Lettuce Wraps, quick dinner
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