Honey Sesame Chicken

Directions

1. 1
   Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Select Browning/Saut to preheat the Instant Pot. When hot, add the oil, onion, garlic, and chicken to the pot. Saut for about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion softens.Stir in the soy sauce, ketchup, and red pepper flakes. Lock the lid in place. Select High Pressure and 3 minutes cook time.When the cook time ends, turn off the pressure cooker. Use a quick pressure release. When the valve drops, carefully remove the lid.
2. 2
   Add the sesame oil and honey to the pot and stir to combine.In a small bowl, whisk the cornstarch and cold water until smooth.
3. 3
   Add the slurry to the pot. Select Simmer/Saut and simmer, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens. Stir in the scallions.
4. 4
   Serve over rice and garnish with chopped scallions and sesame seeds, if desired.
5. 5
   Serve roasted broccoli on the side, if desired.