The Instant Pot was like an instant hit, so what's the big deal?



MILWAUKEE -- Maybe you got one for Christmas, but haven't taken it out of the box yet. Or maybe, you're have been cooking with it like crazy! We're talking about the Instant Pot. Heather Ferber with Better Health by Heather joins Real Milwaukee to show us what it is, how to use it, and offer a simple recipe you can make using it.

Benefits of pressure cooking:


    Instant Pot Chicken Stew
    Serves 2-3

    Ingredients:

    1 tablespoon olive oil

    ½ onion, chopped

    1 stalk celery, chopped


      Directions:
      1. Preheat the Instant Pot on sauté function
      2. Once hot, add oil, onions, celery, and carrots and stir. Cook for 5 mins until onion is translucent. Add garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
      3. Add potatoes, tomatoes, beans, broth, chicken, oregano, paprika, and red pepper flakes. Add salt and pepper to taste and mix gently.
      4. Select Manual and cook at high pressure for 8 minutes.
      5. Once cooking is complete, use natural release (which takes about 10 minutes)
      6. Remove the chicken breasts, shred into pieces and return to the pot. Add the vinegar and top with fresh parsley or basil when serving.