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Instant Pot Chicken And White Rice Recipe

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Description

This Instant Pot chicken and white rice recipe is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. The chicken and rice are seasoned with a blend of herbs and spices, which gives it a delicious flavor. The Instant Pot makes cooking this dish a breeze and allows you to have dinner on the table in under 30 minutes.

Prep Time

The prep time for this recipe is minimal. You will need to chop an onion and garlic and measure out your ingredients. This should take no more than 10 minutes.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is 20 minutes in the Instant Pot.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups chicken broth

Equipment

  • Instant Pot
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wooden spoon

Method

  1. Turn the Instant Pot on to sauté mode and add the olive oil.
  2. Add the chopped onion and garlic to the Instant Pot and sauté for 2-3 minutes, until the onion is translucent.
  3. Add the chicken breasts to the Instant Pot and brown on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  4. Add the rice, thyme, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper to the Instant Pot and stir to combine with the chicken and onions.
  5. Add the chicken broth to the Instant Pot and stir to combine.
  6. Put the lid on the Instant Pot and set the valve to sealing.
  7. Set the Instant Pot to manual mode and cook on high pressure for 10 minutes.
  8. When the cooking time is up, let the pressure release naturally for 5 minutes, then do a quick release.
  9. Remove the chicken from the Instant Pot and shred it with two forks.
  10. Fluff the rice with a fork and then add the shredded chicken back to the Instant Pot.
  11. Stir everything together and serve.

Notes

  • If you want to add some vegetables to this dish, you can add frozen peas or carrots to the Instant Pot before cooking.
  • If you like a little heat, you can add some red pepper flakes to the dish.
  • This recipe can easily be doubled if you need to feed a larger crowd.

Nutrition Info

  • Serving size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 350
  • Total Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Dietary Fiber: 1g
  • Sugars: 1g
  • Protein: 30g

Recipe Tips

  • Make sure to brown the chicken before cooking it in the Instant Pot. This will help to seal in the juices and keep the chicken moist.
  • You can use chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts if you prefer.
  • If you don't have chicken broth, you can use water instead.
  • Make sure to fluff the rice with a fork after cooking to separate the grains.

Enjoy this delicious and easy Instant Pot chicken and white rice recipe!


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