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Creamy Instant Pot Chicken and Rice

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A comforting and creamy chicken and rice dish made quickly in the Instant Pot, perfect for cozy dinners and busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
  • 1½ cups long-grain white rice, rinsed
  • 2½ cups chicken broth
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup sour cream (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme or Italian seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Rinse 1½ cups of long-grain white rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch. Chop the onion finely and mince 3 cloves of garlic. Cut the chicken into bite-size pieces (about 1-inch chunks).
  2. Turn your Instant Pot to the sauté setting and add 1 tablespoon olive oil and 2 tablespoons melted butter. Once hot, add the chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until translucent and fragrant. Toss in the garlic and sauté for another 30 seconds.
  3. Add the chicken pieces to the pot, sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, and 1 teaspoon dried thyme or Italian seasoning. Stir well to coat the chicken with the aromatics and seasonings. Cook for about 3 minutes to brown the chicken slightly.
  4. Pour in the rinsed rice and 2½ cups chicken broth. Give everything a gentle stir to combine but avoid stirring too much. Make sure the rice is mostly submerged in the broth.
  5. Seal the Instant Pot lid and set to Manual/Pressure Cook on high for 8 minutes. Let it naturally release pressure for 10 minutes after cooking.
  6. Carefully quick-release any remaining pressure and open the lid. Stir in 4 ounces softened cream cheese and ½ cup sour cream (if using). Stir vigorously until creamy and smooth. Add a splash of broth or milk if thinner consistency is desired. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley on top for garnish. Serve hot.

Notes

Rinse rice to prevent stickiness. Do not skip sautéing onions and garlic for flavor. Brown chicken slightly before pressure cooking to lock in juiciness. Use natural pressure release for fluffy rice. Softened cream cheese avoids lumps. Avoid quick-cooking or instant rice.

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