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Baked Ranch Chicken in the Pressure Cooker

Cooking up juicy ranch-seasoned chicken with a crisp crust is fast and easy using your pressure cooker. Perfectly moist inside, this comfort dish finishes with golden crunch in minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4 people
Calories 480 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Pressure cooker with sealing ring and float valve
  • 1 Baking dish
  • 2 Shallow bowls for dipping
  • 1 Measuring spoons
  • 1 Mixing utensils
  • 1 Paper towels

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 cups dry bread crumbs
  • 1 cup ranch-style salad dressing like Hidden Valley Original Ranch
  • 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves lightly pounded evenly

Instructions
 

Instructions

  • Dip each chicken breast into ranch dressing, coating completely.
  • Press the coated chicken into bread crumbs on both sides.
  • Grease the baking dish or cooker insert with vegetable oil.
  • Place the breaded chicken into the dish spaced slightly apart.
  • Add 1 cup of water or broth to pressure cooker bottom.
  • Secure lid with sealing ring and check float valve placement.
  • Cook on high pressure for 8 minutes; quick release pressure and open lid. Broil briefly if extra browning is desired.

Notes

For a crispier finish, broil chicken for 1-2 minutes after pressure release. Store leftovers in airtight containers; reheat gently to maintain moisture.