Set Instant Pot to Saute setting and add oil. Add chicken in batches and brown on both sides, remove and set aside, about 5 minutes.
Drain excess fat from pot, leaving about a tablespoon in bottom. Add garlic and onions, stir. Cook for 2 minutes.
Add coconut cream, soy sauce, vinegar, pepper, bay leaves and chili to pot, stir to combine. Cancel Saute setting and add chicken to sauce.
Place lid on pot and cook on high pressure for 6 minutes. Release pressure immediately.
Remove lid and stir sauce over chicken. Ladle chicken and sauce over hot rice and serve. Enjoy!
