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Gluten-Free Instant Pot Chicken Pad Thai Made Simple

A delightful twist on a classic dish that brings the vibrant flavors of Thailand to your dining table in no time.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Main
Cuisine Thai
Servings 4 servings

Equipment

  • Instant Pot
  • Mixing Bowl

Ingredients
  

Protein

  • 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast Cut into bite-sized pieces.

Noodles

  • 8 ounces Gluten-Free Rice Noodles

Vegetables

  • 1 cup Bell Peppers Sliced.
  • 1 cup Shredded Carrots
  • 1 cup Bean Sprouts

Flavorings

  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 2 tablespoons Tamarind Paste
  • 3 tablespoons Fish Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar

Garnishes

  • 1/4 cup Green Onions Chopped.
  • 1 each Lime Juice squeezed over the dish.
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Peanuts Optional.

Instructions
 

  • Turn on your Instant Pot and select the ‘Sauté’ function. Add a tablespoon of oil and let it heat up. Once the oil is shimmering, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Add the bite-sized pieces of chicken breast to the pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5-7 minutes or until the chicken is no longer pink on the outside.
  • Add the gluten-free rice noodles directly into the pot and stir them into the mixture of chicken and garlic.
  • In a small bowl, mix together tamarind paste, fish sauce, and brown sugar. Pour this sauce over the chicken and noodles.
  • Add the vegetables: bell peppers, shredded carrots, and bean sprouts, layering them on top of the noodles. Do not stir.
  • Pour in 1 cup of water over the top of the vegetable layer. Secure the lid and set the steam release valve to ‘Sealing.’ Select the ‘Manual’ or ‘Pressure Cook’ function and set the timer for 5 minutes.
  • When the timer goes off, perform a quick release by carefully turning the steam release valve to ‘Venting.’ Once all the steam has escaped, open the lid.
  • Gently stir the contents of the pot, ensuring that all ingredients are well mixed and the noodles are fully cooked.
  • Plate the Pad Thai and top with lime juice, chopped green onions, and peanuts. Enjoy!

Notes

For variations, consider adding different proteins or adjusting the spice level. You can also use other gluten-free pastas.
Keyword Easy