Instant Pot Chicken Breast Rice Recipes

May 27, 2023 Post a Comment

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Description

Instant Pot Chicken Breast Rice Recipes is an easy and delicious one-pot meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. This dish is made with chicken breasts, aromatic spices, and fluffy rice cooked in one pot in the Instant Pot. It’s a great way to get a nutritious dinner on the table in no time. This dish is also great for meal prepping and storing in the fridge for later.

Prep Time

This dish is easy to prepare and comes together in 30 minutes or less. You will need to chop the onion, mince the garlic, and measure out the other ingredients. You will also need to rinse the rice to remove any excess starch.

Cook Time

This dish cooks in the Instant Pot in 8 minutes. Once the 8 minutes is up, you will need to natural pressure release for 10 minutes. This will ensure the chicken is cooked through and the rice is fluffy.

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup long-grain white rice
1.5 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

1. Turn on the Instant Pot and select the “Saute” setting. Heat the olive oil and add the onion and garlic. Saute until the onion is softened, about 3 minutes. Add the tomato paste, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper and stir to combine.

2. Add the rice and stir to coat in the spices. Pour in the chicken broth and stir to combine. Add the chicken breasts and gently press them into the liquid. Secure the lid and turn the pressure release valve to the “Sealing” position.

3. Select the “Manual” or “Pressure Cook” setting and set the timer to 8 minutes. Once the timer goes off, turn off the Instant Pot and allow the pressure to naturally release for 10 minutes. Carefully move the pressure release valve to the “Venting” position and release the remaining pressure. Open the lid and fluff the rice with a fork.

4. Transfer the chicken breast to a cutting board and shred with two forks. Return the chicken to the Instant Pot and stir to combine. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve warm.

Equipment

Instant Pot
Knife
Cutting Board
Measuring Cups
Measuring Spoons
Fork

Notes

Make sure to rinse the rice before adding it to the Instant Pot. This will help remove any excess starch and prevent the rice from becoming sticky. If you are using frozen chicken breasts, you will need to increase the cook time to 10 minutes.

Nutrition: Per Serving

Calories: 441 kcal
Fat: 10 g
Carbohydrates: 49 g
Protein: 32 g

Recipe Tips

This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days. You can also freeze the leftovers for up to 3 months. To reheat, simply thaw in the fridge overnight and reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop. You can also add vegetables to this dish for extra flavor and nutrition. Try adding carrots, bell peppers, or broccoli for a complete meal.