Name: Instant Pot Chicken and Rice
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: american
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-size pieces; 1 small onion finely chopped; 2 cloves garlic minced; 1 cup long-grain white rice rinsed and drained; 1 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth; 1/2 cup frozen peas or diced carrots; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon paprika; 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Description

This comforting one-pot meal combines tender chicken, fluffy rice, and savory seasonings for a quick and satisfying dinner. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights without sacrificing flavor.

Ingredients

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1 tablespoon olive oil

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-size pieces

1 small onion finely chopped

2 cloves garlic minced

1 cup long-grain white rice rinsed and drained

1 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth

1/2 cup frozen peas or diced carrots

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

1/2 teaspoon paprika

1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions

1. Set Instant Pot to Sauté mode and heat olive oil.

2. Add onion and garlic and cook for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.

3. Stir in chicken pieces, salt, pepper, and paprika and sauté until edges are golden.

4. Add rinsed rice and chicken broth, stirring to ensure rice is submerged.

5. Secure lid, set valve to Sealing, and cook on High Pressure for 10 minutes.

6. Allow a natural release for 5 minutes, then perform a quick release for remaining pressure.

7. Stir in peas and Parmesan cheese, if using, and let rest for 2–3 minutes before serving.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: main course
Method: pressure cooking
Cuisine: american

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 400
Sugar: 2
Sodium: 600
Fat: 12
Saturated Fat: 4
Unsaturated Fat: 8
Trans Fat: 0
Carbohydrates: 45
Fiber: 2
Protein: 25
Cholesterol: 75

Keywords: easy instant pot main dishes, instant pot chicken and rice, pressure cooker meals, one pot dinner, cozy dinner