Instant Pot Chicken with Potatoes Recipe

Add all of the spices (salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, thyme, and basil) to a small bowl. Whisk well to combine. Add three tablespoons of olive oil and mix well to combine with the seasoning and spices. Set aside.
Transfer the chicken and potatoes to a large mixing bowl and drizzle with the prepared seasoning mix. Toss to coat until the chicken and the potatoes are covered in seasoning mix.
Set Instant Pot to SAUTE mode. Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and add the chicken breasts (you may need to work in batches of two chicken breasts at a time). Sear each side (approximately 1-2 minutes each side). NOTE - this step is optional. Should you choose to skip this step, simply add an additional 2 minutes of cook time.
Add the broth (or juice) and top the chicken with the potatoes.
Close the lid and turn the valve to the sealing position. Set your instant pot to manual HIGH PRESSURE and cook for 8 minutes. Allow the pressure to then release naturally for 5 minutes before releasing the remaining pressure manually.
Carefully remove the lid and check to make sure your chicken reads 160 degrees F. with a digital meat thermometer. Enjoy as-is or with your favorite side dishes including steamed broccoli or cooked rice.