Instant Pot Chicken and Rice
Instant Pot chicken and rice is the epitome of comfort food, featuring tender chicken and fluffy rice infused with rich flavors. This quick and easy one-pot meal is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. With minimal prep time and customizable ingredients, you can create a dish that warms your heart and satisfies your cravings. Enjoy the enticing aroma that fills your kitchen as this delightful recipe cooks to perfection!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode, add olive oil, and cook diced onion until translucent (about 3 minutes). Add minced garlic towards the end.
- Rub salt, pepper, and paprika on both sides of chicken breasts.
- Place seasoned chicken in the pot with onions and garlic; brown for about 5 minutes per side.
- Pour in rice and chicken broth, stirring to combine.
- Seal the lid, set on high pressure for 10 minutes, then allow natural release for another 10 minutes before quick releasing any remaining pressure.
- Open the lid carefully; fluff rice with a fork and serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 90mg