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Instant Pot Chicken and Rice

Description

A simple Instant Pot chicken and rice recipe made with bone-in chicken thighs, fluffy white rice, and savory seasonings. This easy one-pot dinner is comforting, family-friendly, and perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 6 skinless bone-in chicken thighs
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup long grain white rice (rinsed thoroughly)
  • 1 3/4 cups chicken broth or water
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme or Italian seasoning (optional)
  • 1/2 cup frozen vegetables (peas or mixed vegetables)

Instructions

  1. Set the Instant Pot to Sauté and add the olive oil. Sear the chicken thighs for 3–4 minutes per side until lightly browned. Remove and set aside.
  2. Press Cancel to turn off sauté mode. Add the rinsed rice, chicken broth, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and thyme (if using). Stir gently to combine.
  3. Sprinkle the frozen vegetables evenly on top of the rice. Do not stir.
  4. Place the browned chicken thighs on top of the rice mixture bone side down. Do not press them into the rice.
  5. Secure the lid and set the valve to Sealing. Cook on High Pressure for 12 minutes.
  6. Allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes, then carefully quick release any remaining pressure.
  7. Remove the chicken and fluff the rice gently with a fork. Serve the chicken over the rice while warm.

Notes

  • Rinse the rice thoroughly before cooking to remove excess starch and help the rice cook up fluffy instead of sticky.
  • Avoid stirring after adding the chicken and vegetables. Layering the ingredients helps prevent the Instant Pot burn notice.

  • Bone-in chicken thighs work best for this recipe because they stay juicy and add extra flavor to the rice.

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Natural Release: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes (on high pressure)

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with about ½ cup rice
  • Calories: 345 kcal
  • Sugar: 1 g
  • Sodium: 680 mg
  • Fat: 14 g
  • Carbohydrates: 25 g
  • Fiber: 1–2 g
  • Protein: 27 g
  • Cholesterol: 120 mg

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