The Instant Pot is perfect when you need a quick, satisfying meal. With a few pantry staples and a package of boneless, skinless chicken breasts you can make Instant Pot French Onion Chicken that’s rich, comforting, and ready in about 30 minutes.
A packet of French onion soup mix and a can of cream of mushroom soup blended with beef broth form a savory sauce that coats the chicken. Finish with crispy fried onions for a crunchy contrast that elevates every bite.
While the Instant Pot does its job, cook some rice or noodles and you’ll have dinner on the table fast—ideal for busy weeknights or whenever you want an easy, crowd-pleasing meal.
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Ingredients Needed
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- French onion soup mix (1 envelope)
- Cream of mushroom soup (10.5 oz can)
- Beef broth or stock
- Crispy fried onions (French’s) for garnish
Be sure to scroll to the recipe card for exact quantities and step-by-step directions.
How to Make this French Onion Chicken
Whisk the cream of mushroom soup together with the French onion soup mix in a bowl. Stir in the beef broth until the mixture is smooth.
Arrange the chicken breasts in the Instant Pot, then pour the soup mixture over the top so the meat is evenly coated.
Secure the lid and set the Instant Pot to cook on high pressure for 15 minutes.
When the cook cycle finishes, allow the pot to naturally release pressure for at least 10 minutes before carefully performing a manual release. Shred the chicken directly in the sauce or remove the breasts to shred and return them to the pot. Serve the chicken over noodles or rice and sprinkle with crispy fried onions.
Reasons to Love this Recipe
This recipe is a keeper. Highlights include:
- Fast — ready in about 30 minutes from start to finish.
- Versatile — serve it over rice or egg noodles depending on what you prefer or have on hand.
- Great texture — the crunchy fried onions add a welcome contrast to the creamy sauce; don’t skip them if you can help it.
- Leftover friendly — it reheats well and makes a convenient lunch or dinner the next day.
Variations / FAQ
Yes. If you prefer to serve whole breasts, remove them gently after pressure cooking and spoon the sauce over the top when plating.
Boneless, skinless thighs work well and stay tender; they shred nicely and offer a slightly different texture.
Yes. If adding fresh onions, slice them thin and sauté in the Instant Pot on the sauté setting for 2–3 minutes first. Sliced mushrooms can be added raw with the chicken before pouring in the soup mixture.
For more of a French onion soup feel, top the plated dish with shredded Swiss cheese or place a slice of Swiss on whole breasts before serving.
Instant Pot French Onion Chicken is an easy, flavorful weeknight meal that quickly becomes a family favorite.
More Quick Meal Ideas
If you enjoy the Instant Pot, try other simple pressure-cooker meals like butter chicken, salsa chicken for tacos and casseroles, or beef dishes such as cube steak, beef stew, and pepper steak for tender, flavorful results.
📖 Recipe
Instant Pot French Onion Chicken
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Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken boneless skinless breasts
- 1 envelope French onion soup mix
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup 10.5 oz
- 1 cup beef broth or stock
- 1 cup crispy fried onions French’s
Instructions
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In a bowl, whisk together the cream of mushroom soup and the French onion soup mix. Stir in the beef broth until smooth.
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Place the chicken breasts in the Instant Pot and pour the soup mixture over them, covering evenly.
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Close the lid and cook on high pressure (Meat/Stew or Manual) for 15 minutes. Allow at least 10 minutes of natural pressure release, then perform a quick release if needed.
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Shred the chicken in the pot or remove to shred and then return it to the sauce so it absorbs the flavors.
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Serve the shredded chicken over noodles or rice and top with the crispy fried onions.
Nutrition
Nutrition values are estimates only. Use your own calculations for exact dietary needs.