Pasta con pollo en olla de presión

Ingredientes

• 2-3 medium chicken breasts, boneless skinless ((about 1.5 pounds))
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 3-4 cloves garlic ((minced))
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon salt ((or to taste))
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 12 ounces rotini or penne pasta ((or any short cut pasta))
• 25 ounce jar marinara sauce ((or 3 cups))
• 2 cups water
• 1 cup grated mozzarella cheese
• 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan ((optional))

Preparación

1. 1

   Cut chicken into bite size pieces and set aside.

2. 2

   Add olive oil and onion to an instant pot and turn on to saute setting. Saute onion for 2-3 minutes or until tender then add the garlic, chicken pieces, italian seasoning, salt & pepper. Saute for another 3-4 minutes.

3. 3

   Add the pasta, marinara sauce and water; stir to combine.

4. 4

   Press the cancel button, close and lock the lid and seal the valve. Select the manual setting, adjust the pressure to high and set time to 5 minutes.

5. 5

   When finished cooking, quick-release pressure according to the manufacturer’s directions. Open the lid, sprinkle both kinds of cheese, close the lid and let the cheese melt for one minute.