Description
A flavorful Instant Pot Chicken and Rice recipe that is quick and easy to make, perfect for a wholesome family meal.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced fine
- 1–1/2 lb. boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1–1/2 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
For the Rice:
- 1–1/2 cups long-grain white rice (rinsed and drained well)
- 1–1/2 cups chicken broth
- 6 ounces (about 1-1/2 cups) mixed frozen veggies
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice, more as needed
- Cilantro, minced, for serving
Instructions
- Saute Chicken: Heat oil in the Instant Pot, saute onion, add chicken, salt, garlic, pepper, paprika, turmeric, and cumin until chicken is cooked.
- Add Rice and Broth: Stir in rinsed rice and chicken broth.
- Cook: Pressure cook on high for 10 minutes, then release pressure.
- Finish: Add frozen veggies, lime juice, fluff rice, adjust seasoning, and serve with cilantro.
Notes
- Use a blend of smaller frozen veggies like peas, carrots, corn, or green beans.
- For salt, adjust if using different brands.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 85mg