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Instantpot Chicken Recipes Chicken Thighs And Rice

Instant Pot Chicken Thighs and Rice: One-Pot Bliss for Dinner

A comforting and quick dish featuring flavorful instant pot chicken thighs and rice, perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Natural Pressure Release 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Dish
  • 1 lb Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs Substitute with chicken breasts if preferred.
  • 1 cup Basmati Rice Rinse well before cooking.
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth Opt for low sodium.
  • 1 Onion Diced.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 2 Tbsp Olive Oil For sautéing.
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tsp Paprika Adds warmth.
  • 1 tsp Dried Thyme Herbaceous note.
Optional Additions
  • 1 cup Frozen Peas Stir in after cooking.
  • 2 Tbsp Butter Fold in for richness.
  • 2 Tbsp Parsley For garnish.
  • 1 medium Lemon Wedges For serving.

Equipment

  • Instant Pot

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry and season with salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme.
  2. Turn on the Instant Pot and use the sauté function. Add olive oil and diced onion.
  3. Cook onions for 3-4 minutes, then add minced garlic and sauté for another 30 seconds.
  4. Rinse the basmati rice until water runs clear, then add it to the pot with onions.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth, ensuring it covers the rice, and place seasoned chicken on top.
  6. Lock the lid and set to high pressure for 8 minutes, followed by a natural pressure release for 10 minutes.
  7. Release remaining steam, fluff rice, and stir in frozen peas and optional butter.
  8. Return sliced or shredded chicken to the pot, check seasonings, garnish with parsley, and serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish is freezer-friendly and serves well as a comforting meal for busy evenings.

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