Put dinner on the table in just 30 minutes with this instant chicken and rice recipe. Delicious chicken and rice cheese combine for the best meal with tons of flavor. You’re going to love this pot-shaped meal.

Instant

chicken and rice recipe:

This is one of our favorite foods to serve on busy nights of the week. The pressure cooker makes everything so easy and dinner can be ready in no time. In fact, it’s so easy that you only need 30 minutes to have a wonderful dinner that is sure to impress.

My kids go crazy with this dish and love it when I make it. Since it’s so simple, I don’t mind making this meal often. It can be hard to find something we all enjoy and this meal was gobbled up by everyone.

Using the instant pot has been a game-changer for my family. Even if my food is frozen, I can dine at the table in less than 30 minutes by pressure cooking. You’re going to love how simple this recipe is.

Instant Pot Frozen Chicken and Rice: You can even

make this chicken and rice with frozen chicken breast. I was glad when I discovered that it is possible to take frozen chicken out of the freezer and have a full meal. It is best to cook your frozen chicken for about 15 minutes first and then make a quick release.

Add your rice and cook for 3 minutes. This frozen chicken and instant pot rice is possible without much planning and your family will be happy. Plus, it’s much better for you than going through the drive-thru.

Ingredients:

• Chicken breasts – You can use boneless chicken breast or fresh or frozen thighs
• Olive oil
• Chopped garlic
• Salt and pepper
• Onion or onion powder

Chicken broth

• – We like to use low-sodium chicken broth or chicken broth. You can use a bucket diluted in water

Chicken Soup Cream –

• You can even use mushroom soup cream.

White rice –

• We usually use long-grain white rice, but you can also use long-grain rice or brown rice

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• Shredded cheddar cheese

How to make instant chicken and rice

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• Step 1 – Turn the instant pot to the stir-fry setting. Add olive oil, diced chicken, onions, and salt and pepper to the pot.
• Step 2 – Cook for 5-7 minutes stirring occasionally until the onions are soft and the chicken is lightly browned. Add the chopped garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes in the stir-fry setting in the instant pot.

• Step 3 – Next, add the chicken broth and rice. Stir to combine all ingredients together. Make sure the rice is completely covered with the liquid (add more if necessary). Then pour the chicken soup cream on top, but do not mix it with the other ingredients.

• Step 4 – Seal the instant pot and cook under high pressure for 3 minutes. After cooking time, let the instant pot naturally release the pressure release by not moving the lid valve.
• Step 5 – Once the pressure has been completely released, add the grated cheese and serve hot. Enjoy!

Substitutions and additions:

Try the

• mushroom cream in the casserole

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• Make homemade cream of chicken soup

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• Replace chicken thighs

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• Add the frozen vegetables to the rice mixture. We like the mixture of peas and frozen carrots for an easy dish from a pot.
• Add another 1/2 cup of grated cheese to the rice when you finish cooking.

Can I make chicken and rice in the clay pot?

Yes, you can make chicken and rice in the slow cooker. It’s easy to dump everything into the slow cooker and cooks in less than 4 hours. The simple recipe makes the week’s meal easy.

What to serve with chicken and rice:

We love that this meal is excellent served as is, but I like to add a side to it

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• Broccoli – Roast or steam broccoli for easy accompaniment

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• Salad – Make a large salad for an easy dish. Add delicious vegetables for a healthy side with this hearty meal.
• Bread – We also like to serve this as a side of homemade rolls or garlic bread. It is plentiful and a necessity according to my children with most of our recipes.

How to store leftovers:

Place leftover chicken and rice in an airtight container once it has cooled to room temperature. Place in the fridge and it will last about 3 to 4 days.

Can it be

frozen?

Yes, you can freeze chicken and rice. In fact, it’s the best way to store your leftovers if you want it to last longer. Place it in a freezer-safe container and place it in the freezer.

If stored properly, your chicken and rice will last up to 3 months

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Tips for chicken and instant pot rice:

• Sauté chicken – Before adding the other ingredients, be sure to sauté the chicken, garlic, and onions in the olive oil. It only takes a few minutes, but this is to ensure that the chicken is cooked.
• Adding rice: Pour the rice into the instant pot and chicken broth. Make sure the broth is covering the rice. You may need to add more if necessary.

Chicken soup cream

• : When adding chicken soup, it is not necessary to combine it with the other ingredients. It will be combined while cooking.
• Natural release: Allow the instant pot to release naturally after the cooking time is up

. Add the cheese

• – After cooking, remove the lid and add the cheese.

Easy Chicken and Instant Rice Recipe

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You only need 2 chicken breasts for this recipe, so it’s very frugal. Rice and cheese really stretch the meat and make it easier to feed a large family. This is my recipe of choice when I only have a few chicken breasts left.

I love meals that are easy on my grocery budget, taste amazing, and only take a few minutes to prepare. Life is very busy and most of us are running from work and school to activities and more. Taking out is so tempting on those crazy, busy days.

Now, you can

throw everything into the instant pot in less than 15 minutes, you can make this amazing recipe. Skip the drive-thru and make this delicious recipe.

The creamy and delicious chicken and rice is a basic weekly meal idea. We love that it’s easy to make and crazy with simple ingredients. Best budget food.

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