Dreamy Instant Pot Chicken and Rice

Dreamy Instant Pot Chicken and Rice

from 40aprons.com
40 min

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds chicken breasts (about 2-3 breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces)
  • 1 medium onion (chopped)
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 3-4 cups chicken broth (3 cups for a firmer rice, 4 cups for a more risotto-inspired, soupier version. We personally prefer 4 cups.)
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice (from one lemon)
  • 1 1/2 cups white rice (rinsed, see Notes)
  • 1 cup parmesan cheese
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt (plus more or less to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoons black pepper (plus more or less to taste)

Directions

  1. 1

    Set Instant Pot to sauté mode. Add butter and let melt, then add garlic and onion. Sauté for 3-4 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add chicken and stir. Cook until no longer translucent, about 5 minutes. Add in rice, broth, and lemon juice. Stir well, bringing chicken pieces to top. 

  3. 3

    Close lid and set valve to Sealing. Cook on high pressure for 8 minutes.

  4. 4

    When cooking is completed, let naturally release for 2 minutes, then Quick Release rest of pressure. Stir well and season with Parmesan, salt, and pepper to taste. Add a little more chicken broth, if desired, to reach desired consistency - optional.

  5. 5

    If you find liquid still remaining on the top of your Instant Pot chicken and rice after cooking, stir well and turn on Sauté mode to fully incorporate.