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Dreamy Instant Pot Chicken and Rice Recipe

Dreamy Instant Pot Chicken and Rice Recipe
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This Dreamy Instant Pot Chicken and Rice recipe is a creamy and flavorful dish that is quick and easy to make in your Instant Pot. Tender chicken, savory garlic, and tangy lemon come together with fluffy rice and parmesan cheese for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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Ingredients:

  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (cut into small pieces)
  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approximately 2-3 large chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces)
  • 1 cup chopped white onion (approximately 1 medium onion)
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh garlic (approximately 4 large cloves)
  • 1 1/2 cups long-grain white rice (rinsed, see Notes)
  • 3–4 cups chicken broth (see Notes)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (juice from approximately 1 large lemon)
  • 1 cup shredded fresh parmesan (or grated, at room temperature)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt (more or less to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (more or less to taste)

Instructions

  1. Set Instant Pot to Sauté mode. Add 4 tablespoons unsalted butter to Instant Pot insert and let butter melt completely.
  2. Sauté aromatics. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté until onions are soft.
  3. Add chicken. Add chicken pieces, sauté until opaque.
  4. Combine ingredients. Add rice, broth, and lemon juice. Stir well.
  5. Cook under pressure. Seal Instant Pot, cook on Manual High Pressure for 8 minutes.
  6. Natural Release. Allow pressure to release naturally for 2 minutes.
  7. Quick Release. Release any remaining pressure, then remove lid.
  8. Adjust seasoning. Add parmesan, salt, and pepper. Adjust to taste.
  9. Final touches. Portion the dish, garnish with parmesan, and serve warm.

Notes

Notes:

  • Rinse the rice before using to remove excess starch.
  • Adjust the amount of chicken broth based on desired rice texture.

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