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Instant Pot Creamy Chicken and Rice

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A quick and comforting one-pot creamy chicken and rice recipe made in your Instant Pot. Perfect for a family-friendly weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup uncooked white rice, rinsed
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Set your Instant Pot to ‘Sauté’ and add olive oil. Once hot, add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
  2. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  3. Add the chicken pieces to the pot and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned on all sides.
  4. Stir in the rinsed rice, chicken broth, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  5. Cancel the ‘Sauté’ function and secure the lid. Set the valve to ‘Sealing’.
  6. Select ‘Manual’ or ‘Pressure Cook’ and set the timer for 10 minutes on high pressure.
  7. Once the cooking cycle is complete, allow for a natural pressure release for 10 minutes, then carefully perform a quick release for any remaining pressure.
  8. Open the lid and stir in the heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy.
  9. Stir in the fresh parsley. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • For a dairy-free option, substitute the heavy cream with full-fat coconut milk and omit the cheese.
  • You can add frozen peas or carrots during the last 5 minutes of cooking for extra vegetables.
  • This recipe is great for meal prep bowls.

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Find it online: https://delicerecipe.com/instant-pot-chicken-and-rice/