Dreamy Instant Pot Chicken and Rice
This creamy Instant Pot Chicken and Rice recipe offers a delicious, quick, and easy meal made with tender chicken, creamy rice, Parmesan, and a hint of lemon. It’s perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner with minimal effort and a rich flavor, similar to risotto without the fuss.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Instant Pot
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté onions, garlic, and chicken in butter in the Instant Pot.
- Set to Manual High Pressure for 8 minutes.
- After cooking, perform a quick pressure release after a 2-minute natural release.
- Stir in Parmesan, adjust seasoning, and serve.
Notes
- Only use long-grain white rice.
- Natural release for 2 minutes is critical to avoid gluey rice.
