Instant Pot Chicken and Rice

20m
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Turn the Instant Pot to "sauté" and add two tablespoons of oil.
  2. 2Add one diced onion and two minced garlic cloves and sauté for a few minutes.
  3. 3Turn the heat off and add two teaspoons each of thyme, oregano and cumin.
  4. 4Add six chicken thighs, two to three shredded carrots, and three cups of uncooked white rice to the Instant Pot.
  5. 5Pour three and two thirds cups of chicken broth over the rice and chicken.
  6. 6Add salt, pepper, and three bay leaves.
  7. 7Close the lid, ensuring it's locked tight, and set the vent to "closed".
  8. 8Set the Instant Pot to "pressure cook" on high for 10 minutes.
  9. 9Manually release the steam once the time is up.
  10. 10Remove the lid and take out the bay leaves.
  11. 11Fluff the rice and chicken with a wooden spoon.
  12. 12Serve on a plate and garnish with parsley, if desired.

Ingredients

  • 6 chicken thighs
  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • 1 diced onion
  • 2 minced garlic cloves
  • 2 teaspoons thyme
  • 2 teaspoons oregano
  • 2 teaspoons cumin
  • 3 shredded carrots
  • 3 cups uncooked white rice
  • 3.66 cups chicken broth
  • 1 salt
  • 1 pepper
  • 3 bay leaves
  • 1 parsley

Equipment

Instant Pot