Instant Pot Chicken and Rice

30m
Serves 4
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Directions

  1. 1Sauté 1 cup of chopped onions and 1 minced garlic clove in the Instant Pot until soft.
  2. 2Turn off the Instant Pot and add 1 tsp each of thyme, cumin, and oregano; mix well.
  3. 3Place 2 frozen chicken breasts (about 1-1.5 lbs) on top of the sautéed onions and spices.
  4. 4Add 1 cup of chopped carrots.
  5. 5Add 1.5 cups of rinsed brown rice.
  6. 6Add 2 cups or 1 can of chicken broth.
  7. 7Add 1 bay leaf.
  8. 8DO NOT STIR!
  9. 9Close the lid, set the valve to "sealing", select "high pressure", "manual", and set the timer for 22 minutes.
  10. 10Perform a quick release.
  11. 11Add 1 cup of your choice of frozen vegetables.
  12. 12Remove the chicken, shred it, and add it back into the pot.
  13. 13Stir gently. Do not over stir or the rice will get mushy.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup chopped onions
  • 1 minced garlic clove
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 2 frozen chicken breast
  • 1 cup chopped carrots
  • 1.5 cups rinsed brown rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 cup frozen vegetables of choice

Equipment

Instant Pot