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Ultimate Instant Pot Chicken and Rice Recipe - Easy One Pot Dinner

This comforting Instant Pot chicken and rice recipe delivers tender, juicy chicken and fluffy rice in just 30 minutes start to finish. Perfect for busy weeknights, this one-pot wonder combines simple ingredients with pressure cooker magic for minimal effort and maximum flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 425
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1.5 cups long-grain white rice
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Press the "Sauté" function on your Instant Pot and add the olive oil. Once hot, season the chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika, then brown for 2-3 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
  2. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add the rice to the pot and stir to coat with the vegetable mixture. Pour in the chicken broth and scrape any browned bits from the bottom.
  4. Place the browned chicken pieces on top of the rice mixture. Sprinkle with dried thyme.
  5. Secure the lid, set the valve to sealing, and pressure cook on high for 8 minutes. Allow for a 10-minute natural release, then quick release any remaining pressure.
  6. Carefully remove the lid. Shred or slice the chicken, then stir it back into the rice. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

Rinse rice thoroughly before cooking to remove excess starch and prevent gumminess. Recipe doubles beautifully and stores well for up to 4 days - flavors improve overnight.