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The ingredients for pressure cooker chicken and rice laid out, including chicken breast, rice, onion, garlic, and spices.
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Instant Pot Chicken and Rice: A Delicious 30-Minute Lifesaver

This Instant Pot Chicken and Rice is the ultimate one-pot meal for busy weeknights. Get ready for tender chicken and fluffy, flavorful rice on the table in under 30 minutes with minimal cleanup!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 tbsp Unsalted Butter
  • 1.5 lbs Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 Yellow Onion diced
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tsp Dried Thyme
  • 1 tsp Paprika
  • 1 tsp Salt or to taste
  • 0.5 tsp Black Pepper freshly ground
  • 1.5 cups Long-Grain White Rice rinsed thoroughly
  • 1.5 cups Low-Sodium Chicken Broth
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • 1 Instant Pot (6-quart)
  • 1 Wooden Spoon
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Method
 

  1. Set the Instant Pot to 'Sauté' on high. Add olive oil and butter. Once melted, add the diced onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
  2. Add the cubed chicken and season with salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme. Cook for 3-4 minutes until lightly browned. Press 'Cancel'.
  3. Deglaze the pot by pouring in 1/4 cup of chicken broth and scraping all browned bits from the bottom.
  4. Pour in the remaining broth. Add the rinsed rice and pat it down into an even layer. Do not stir. Arrange the chicken on top of the rice.
  5. Secure the lid, set the valve to 'Sealing,' and cook on High Pressure for 6 minutes.
  6. Once done, allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes, then perform a quick release for any remaining pressure.
  7. Open the lid, fluff the rice and chicken with a fork, stir in fresh parsley, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalProtein: 42gFat: 12gFiber: 2g

Notes

Tip 1: Rinsing the rice is crucial for preventing a sticky texture and helps avoid the burn notice.
Tip 2: Do not stir the rice into the liquid. Layering the ingredients as directed ensures everything cooks perfectly.
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