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Instant Pot Chicken Rice Recipe

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4.8 from 128 reviews

A creamy and comforting Instant Pot Chicken Rice dish featuring tender seared chicken breasts, fluffy long-grain white rice, flavorful chicken broth, and a medley of peas and carrots, all brought together with a touch of heavy cream for a rich finish. This easy one-pot meal is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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Protein

  • 3–4 pieces boneless chicken breasts

Grains

  • 1 cup long-grain white rice

Liquids and Dairy

  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream

Vegetables

  • 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 cup frozen peas and carrots

Others

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Sauté Base: Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode. Melt the butter, then add the chopped onions and minced garlic. Cook for about 2-3 minutes until they become fragrant and slightly translucent.
  2. Sear Chicken: Season the boneless chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Place them in the pot and sear each side for 2-3 minutes until they are golden brown, which helps to lock in flavor.
  3. Add Rice and Broth: Stir in the rinsed long-grain white rice and pour in the low-sodium chicken broth. Be sure to scrape the bottom of the pot to loosen any browned bits to prevent getting a burn warning during pressure cooking.
  4. Pressure Cook: Secure the Instant Pot lid and set the valve to sealing. Cook on high pressure for exactly 10 minutes for perfectly cooked chicken and rice.
  5. Quick Release: Perform a quick pressure release immediately once the cooking time is up. Carefully remove the lid when the pressure indicator shows it is safe to do so.
  6. Finish Dish: Stir in the heavy cream and frozen peas and carrots until everything is well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Serve warm for a creamy, comforting meal.

Notes

  • Rinse the rice under cold water to remove excess starch, which helps keep the rice from becoming gummy.
  • Use low-sodium broth to control the saltiness of the dish better.
  • For a lighter version, replace heavy cream with half-and-half or milk, but the dish may be less creamy.
  • Frozen peas and carrots can be substituted with fresh vegetables if preferred, added after cooking.
  • Ensure to scrape the bottom of the Instant Pot after sautéing and adding ingredients to avoid the burn warning during pressure cooking.

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