Ingredients and Weight:
- Split Peas: 1 cup (240 ml)
- Chicken Breast: 500 grams (1 pound)
- Carrots: 2 medium, sliced (about 1 cup)
- Celery: 2 ribs, chopped (about 1 cup)
- Onion: 1 large, diced
- Garlic: 4-5 cloves, minced
- Salt: 1 teaspoon (or according to taste)
- Black Pepper: 1/2 teaspoon (or according to taste)
- Fresh Herbs (optional): such as basil, oregano, or thyme
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 15 minutes
- Cooking: 45 minutes (in Instant Pot)
- Total Time: About 1 hour
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Set Instant Pot to “Sauté” mode and add a little water to help prevent sticking. Add onions and garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add chicken breast pieces and cook for a few minutes until slightly browned.
- Add split peas, carrots, celery, salt, and pepper. Pour enough water to cover all ingredients by about 1 inch.
- Close the Instant Pot lid and set to “Manual” or “Pressure Cook” mode for 20-25 minutes. Use high pressure.
- After the cooking cycle is complete, let the pressure release naturally for 10-15 minutes, then quick release the remaining pressure.
- Open the pot and stir the soup. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve hot with fresh herbs as a garnish (if using).
Nutritional Information: (per serving, assuming 8 total servings)
Calories: Approximately 300-400 per serving (depending on chicken fat content and seasoning)
Protein: About 30 grams per serving
Fat: Moderate (depending on chicken fat content)
Carbohydrates: From split peas and vegetables
Fiber: Good source of fiber from vegetables and split peas
Dish Characteristics:
- Creamy and rich in flavor from split peas.
- Hearty and comforting, perfect for colder weather.
- Versatile dish that can be easily customized with different herbs or seasoning options.
- Easy to make in an Instant Pot, resulting in a quick and convenient meal.
User Comments:
- “This soup was so creamy and delicious! The perfect blend of flavors.”
- “Love how easy it is to make in the Instant Pot. A great weeknight meal.”
- “Great way to use up leftover chicken breast – turned into a hearty and satisfying soup.”
- “Added some bay leaves for extra flavor – really brought out the dish.”
- “My family loved this – will definitely make again!”
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to brown the chicken pieces slightly before adding other ingredients to enhance flavor.
- Adjust seasoning according to preference – this dish can be made as spicy or mild as desired.
- For best results, use fresh vegetables rather than frozen ones for maximum flavor and texture.
