Instant Pot Whole Chicken with Gravy

Apply a generous amount of salt, pepper, garlic powder, rosemary, and parsley to the chicken on all sides.

Heat a multi-functional pressure cooker, such as an Instant Pot, over high heat and press the Sauté function. When the pot is hot, add olive oil to the surface. Next, carefully place the chicken inside, breast-side down, and cook for about 5 minutes or until the skin is nicely browned. Utilize tongs to flip the chicken over and cook for an additional 5 minutes, ensuring both sides are equally browned. Gently remove the chicken from the pot and set it aside on a plate.

Pour in some chicken stock into the pressure cooker, making sure to scrape off all the browned bits from the bottom of the pot using a wooden spoon. Then, turn off the Sauté function.

Insert the rack into the pressure cooker and carefully place the chicken on top, breast-side up. Close the lid securely and lock it in place. Choose the Poultry setting on your pressure cooker and set the timer for 28 minutes. Allow about 10 to 15 minutes for the pressure to build up.

Once the pressure has released naturally, according to your Instant Pot's instructions, which may take anywhere from 10 to 40 minutes, unlock the lid carefully. Remove the chicken to a carving board and let it rest for a few minutes.

Using the Sauté function, whisk some cornstarch into the pot with the remaining stock and drippings to create a delicious gravy.