Dinner for 6
Instant Pot Chicken Stew
$5.06for 440 minServes 6
Chicken, potatoes, carrots, and seasonings cook in tomato broth under pressure for a hearty, tender stew.

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What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Onions, 0.45 lb$1.29/lb typical | 0.45 lb | $0.61Typical price | |
| Garlic, 0.25$0.75 each typical | 0.25 | $0.22Typical price | |
| Chicken breast, 1 lb$3.49/lb typical | 1 lb | $3.49Typical price | |
| Broth, 12 oz$0.07/oz typical | 12 oz | $0.87Typical price | |
| Tomato paste and sauce, 4.25 oz$0.10/oz typical | 4.25 oz | $0.43Typical price | |
| Carrots, 0.4 lb$1.09/lb typical | 0.4 lb | $0.43Typical price | |
| Potatoes, 0.7 lb$0.99/lb typical | 0.7 lb | $0.68Typical price | |
| Fresh herbs (cilantro, a little$1.49 each typical | a little | $0.05Typical price | |
| Total for the servings shown | $7.59 | ||
Swaps
- Swap chicken breast for chicken thighsabout $1.20/lb less at typical prices
- Swap carrots for sweet potatoesabout $0.20/lb more at typical prices
- Swap potatoes for sweet potatoesabout $0.30/lb more at typical prices
- Swap onions for red onionsabout $0.20/lb more at typical prices
Pantry staples you likely have
Olive and cooking oilDried spices (cumin, paprika, chili powder, oregano)Salt and pepperAsian sauces and pastes
Not included in the cost.
- 40 minstart to table
- Mediumdifficulty
- 6servings as written
- $typical cost tier
AmericanDairy-freeBudgetFamilyLunchesDinnersInstant PotBack to schoolCold-weather comfortWinter
$1.27 per serving$5.06 for 4
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The amounts listed are small for a full dinner, so this price per serving is likely low. Plan on a side or a bigger portion.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 1/2 cup white onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tsp dried italian seasoning
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- 1/2 tsp fine sea salt (optional)
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos or low sodium soy sauce
- 1 1/2 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 2 large carrots
- 2 cups baby potatoes
- 2 tbsp fresh chopped parsley or chives (optional)
Steps
- Set a 6-quart Instant Pot to sauté, heat the oil, and cook the onion and garlic for 5 minutes.
- Add the chicken, Italian seasoning, onion powder, pepper, salt, and coconut aminos.
- Pour in the broth and tomato sauce, then add the carrots and potatoes.
- Seal the lid and cook at high pressure for 10 minutes.
- Let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, then vent remaining pressure and check that the chicken reaches 165 F.
- Stir in the parsley or chives and season with salt and pepper.
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