Description
Instant Pot creamy chicken and rice made with tender chicken, fluffy rice, and vegetables in a rich cheesy sauce. Easy one pot comfort meal.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion finely diced
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into 1 inch pieces
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 cup long grain white rice rinsed well
- 2 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode. Add olive oil, then stir in diced onion. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add chicken pieces, salt, black pepper, and dried thyme. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the outside of the chicken turns opaque but is not fully cooked.
- Stir in rinsed rice, chicken broth, and frozen peas and carrots. Scrape the bottom of the pot to ensure nothing is stuck.
- Secure the lid and set the valve to sealing. Cook on high pressure for 8 minutes.
- Allow a natural pressure release for 5 minutes, then carefully perform a quick release for any remaining pressure.
- Open the lid and stir gently. Add heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until melted and creamy. Let sit for 2 to 3 minutes to thicken slightly before serving.
Notes
- Cook chicken to an internal temperature of 165 degrees F as measured with a meat thermometer to ensure it is safe to eat.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 20 min
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: American