Description
Instant Pot Chicken and Rice is a comforting, one-pot meal that combines tender chicken with fluffy rice, infused with savory spices and aromatic herbs. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also customizable to suit your taste. Gather around the table and enjoy a delightful experience filled with warmth and flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Freshly cracked black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until clear; pat chicken breasts dry.
- Set your Instant Pot to 'Sauté.' Add olive oil, then sauté onions and garlic until fragrant (2-3 minutes).
- Place chicken breasts in the pot, sprinkle with paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper. Sear each side for 3-4 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth to deglaze the pot; stir in rinsed rice gently.
- Close the lid and set on 'Manual' for 10 minutes at high pressure. Allow natural release for 5 minutes before quick releasing the rest of the steam.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, consider mixing in vegetables like peas or bell peppers before sealing. If desired, swap white rice for brown or jasmine rice for different flavors.