Instant Pot Chicken And White Rice Recipe
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Description
This Instant Pot Chicken and White Rice recipe is a simple and delicious meal that can be made quickly and easily in your Instant Pot. The chicken is cooked to perfection and the white rice is fluffy and flavorful. This recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or for meal prepping for the week ahead.Prep Time
The prep time for this recipe is minimal. You will need to chop some onions and garlic, and measure out the ingredients, which should take around 10 minutes.Cook Time
The cook time for this recipe is 25 minutes. This includes the time it takes for the Instant Pot to come to pressure.Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long grain white rice
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Equipment
- Instant Pot
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Cutting board and knife
- Spatula
Method
- Turn on the Instant Pot and select the Sauté function. Once hot, add the olive oil and sauté the onions and garlic until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the chicken breasts to the pot and season with thyme, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper. Sauté for 2-3 minutes on each side, until lightly browned.
- Add the rice and chicken broth to the pot and stir to combine.
- Close the Instant Pot lid and set the valve to the sealing position.
- Select the Manual or Pressure Cook function and set the timer for 10 minutes.
- Once the timer goes off, allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes.
- After 10 minutes, release any remaining pressure manually by turning the valve to the venting position.
- Remove the lid and fluff the rice with a fork.
- Remove the chicken breasts from the pot and shred them with two forks.
- Serve the chicken over the rice and enjoy!
Notes
- If you prefer brown rice, you can substitute it for the white rice, but you will need to adjust the cooking time to 22 minutes.
- For added flavor, you can use chicken broth instead of water to cook the rice.
- This recipe can easily be doubled to feed a larger crowd.
Nutrition Info
This recipe makes 4 servings. Each serving contains:- Calories: 397
- Protein: 31g
- Carbs: 36g
- Fat: 13g
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 1055mg
Recipe Tips
- Make sure to use long grain white rice for the best results.
- Don't skip the sautéing step as it adds a lot of flavor to the dish.
- If the chicken breasts are large, you can cut them in half to ensure they cook evenly.
- For a creamier texture, you can add a splash of heavy cream or sour cream to the rice after it's cooked.
Enjoy this Instant Pot Chicken and White Rice recipe for a quick and easy dinner that the whole family will love!
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