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    Home » Instant Pot Pressure Cooker » Pressure cooker Chicken and Rice

    Published: Nov 3, 2019 · Modified: Aug 1, 2022 by Ajoke · This post may contain affiliate links ·

    Pressure cooker Chicken and Rice

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    Pressure cooker chicken and rice recipe! A quick one-pot chicken and rice recipe perfectly cooked in an electric pressure cooker or in under 20 minutes.

    The chicken thighs are perfectly tender, juicy and the rice is fluffy and full of flavour. Separate grains of rice and juicy boneless skinless chicken thighs. It is so delicious that the whole family asked for a second round.

    pressure cooker rice and chicken.

    Pressure Cooker Chicken and Rice Recipe

    Since I purchased my pressure cooker (pressure king pro) I have made all sorts of recipes in it and I can’t wait to share them with you all. I know I sound like a broken record already with the mention of pressure cooker recipes here and there and why I love using it. One of the best things I have made in my intelligent gadget is rice.

    Pressure cooker rice is life or Instant pot rice if that is what you have. This pressure cooker recipe is the one to keep at heart, trust me, you will find yourself making it over and over again.

    rice and chicken cooked in a pressure cooker.

    If you have ever thought cooking rice in a pressure cooker or an instant pot is hard, then think again. Follow this easy recipe and you are guaranteed fluffy rice at all times. No mushy and sticky mess here, you are promised tender and fluffy rice with separate grains every time.

    Whilst I seasoned the boneless skinless chicken thighs with everyday spices such as paprika, oregano, thyme, garlic and onion powder, cayenne pepper and salt.

    The rice was cooked with chicken broth/stock I stored from the last time I made pressure cooker shredded chicken. You should check it out. The rice tasted like Nigerian Jollof rice.

    I will share the stove top method with you soon, in the meantime, you can trust this Jollof rice recipe from My Active Kitchen

    Related post: are you loving the idea of this recipe already, you should check out this instant pot rice and beans and instant pot jambalaya recipe.

    Pressure Cooker Chicken and Rice (One Pot Chicken and Rice Recipe)

    Hands up if you love eating rice and even better if paired with chicken or salmon. This one pot chicken and rice recipe is what you need for a busy weeknight. Are your hands still raised? Ok then, let’s make this quick and easy Chicken and rice cooked in a pressure cooker.

    With only 12 minutes of active cooking time without the time to build the pressure in the cooker, this recipe is just too good to be true.

    If you have never tried making rice and chicken together in one pot / skillet or pressure cooker, then this might be the best way to start. This is an easy and simple recipe that is packed full with flavour. Seared chicken thighs cooked in one pot with rice.

    Also, check out this one-pot instant pot Mexican rice. it is packed full of flavour and delicious. I also love this garlic butter rice recipe made on the stove top but can be adapted to an instant pot

    pressure cooker rice.

    What’s is In This Pressure Cooker Instant Pot Rice and Chicken

    Golden Sella basmati rice: You can use other types of rice too. I have answered likely questions on cooking time and types of rice below. Kindly read on

    Boneless skinless chicken thighs: substitute with chicken breasts

    Chicken broth: substitute with beef or vegetable broth. If you don't have chicken broth, substitute with stock cubes (OXO, Knorr etc) and water.

    Dried thyme

    Smoked paprika

    Oregano

    Cayenne

    Garlic

    Chopped onions

    Tomato paste

    Bay leaves

    Fresh garlic cloves: substitute with garlic granules

    3 tablespoons vegetable oil: substitute with canola or any other flavourless oil of choice

    ingredients.

    How to make Chicken thighs and Rice in Pressure Cooker

    Before I start cooking anything, I like having all my ingredients ready at arm’s length. That way, I don’t miss out on vital ingredients or running like a headless chicken (sorry chicken).

    Long story short, prep all your ingredients. Don’t worry if you don’t own a pressure cooker, you can make chicken and rice one-pot meal on the stovetop. Stay with me and I will discuss it in a bit.

    Start off by seasoning the chicken thighs with the chicken rub and set aside

    Rinse the rice in a bowl under cool water until water runs clear.

    Turn pressure cooker to browning setting or saute if using an Instant Pot. Add oil then once it is hot or when it starts shimmering, add the seasoned chicken thighs and sear on both sides for three minutes each or until golden and crispy. Pressure king pro browning settings work for 3 minutes at a time, turn the settings back on and continue searing the chicken. Remove the chicken thighs from the pot and set aside

    Add chopped onions and garlic to the pressure pot and stir fry for a minute or two until soft and translucent and flavour from the onion and garlic is released.

    Add the tomato paste and stir for another minute. Followed by the washed basmati rice then stir to combine.

    Add the chicken broth to the pot, bay leaves and stir to combine, then return the chicken thighs to the pot. Place them over the rice.

    Put the pressure cooker lid on securely to lock, turn the valve to close or sealed position if using instant pot. Select the meat function or high pressure if using instant pot and cook for 5 minutes.

    Once it is done (timer counts down) allow the pressure to naturally release or a quick release if you can’t wait (but be careful when doing a quick release) Take off the lid of the pressure cooker

    Remove the chicken to a separate plate and fluff the rice with a fork before mixing to combine. If you want, you may shred the chicken thighs to serve with the rice or serve with the rice as it is.

    step by step pressure cooker rice and chicken.
    instant pot rice.

    Can This Rice and Chicken Be Made on The Stove Top

    Absolutely, follow the same process as I did for the pressure cooker and simmer on medium heat for 30 minutes. Check-in between this time, add more liquid if need be.

    Will Frozen chicken breasts work with this recipe?

    No, I wouldn’t recommend frozen chicken breast or any other frozen chicken as such. Make sure any chicken part you are using is completely thawed before cooking.

    Can I add vegetables to this recipe?

    Yes, you can, depending on the type of vegetable it is. If using frozen vegetables, like frozen peas or mixed vegetable let it thaw completely and stir it into the rice when cooked

    Other Types Of Rice To Use And Water Ratio

    I used golden Sella basmati rice for this recipe and it cooks just like long grain (easy cook rice).

    Golden Sella basmati rice: 1 ½ cups of water or broth to 1 cup of rice: 5 minutes cooking time.

    Pure Basmati rice (Indian basmati rice) or Jasmine rice: 1 ⅓ cup water or broth to 1 cup of rice: 5 minutes cooking time

    Long grain Brown rice: cooks longer than any other type of rice: 1 ½ cup water to 1 cup of rice: 20 minutes cooking time

    Can I use Instant Pot or Ninja Foodi For this Recipe

    Yes, you can. I have made this recipe in my instant pot countless times. You should note, you may get a BURN notice if you don't de-glaze the bottom of the pot properly before adding the rice.

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    rice and chicken cooked in a pressure cooker.

    Pressure Cooker Rice and Chicken

    Ajoke
    This pressure cooker rice and chicken recipe: A quick one pot chicken and rice recipe perfectly cooked in a pressure cooker in under 20 minutes. The chicken thighs are perfectly tender, juicy and the rice is fluffy and full of flavour.
    4.98 from 38 votes
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time 15 minutes mins
    Total Time 20 minutes mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine American, British
    Servings 4
    Calories 667 kcal

    Equipment

    • Pressure Cooker / Instant Pot

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 cups golden Sella basmati rice
    • 3 cups chicken broth
    • 3 tablespoons tomato paste
    • 3 tablespoons oil
    • 3 large Garlic cloves chopped
    • ⅓ cup onions chopped
    • ½ teaspoon salt optional
    • 1 bay leaf

    Chicken thighs seasoning rub

    • 6 Boneless skinless chicken thighs 600g (1 ½ lb)
    • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
    • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
    • 1 teaspoon onion powder
    • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1 teaspoon Oregano
    • ½ teaspoon Cayenne pepper
    • 1 teaspoon salt

    Instructions
     

    • Start off by seasoning the chicken thighs with the chicken rub and set aside
    • Add rice to a bowl and rinse under cool water until water runs clear.
    • Turn pressure cooker to browning setting or saute if using an Instant Pot. Add oil then once it is hot or when it starts shimmering, add the seasoned chicken thighs and sear on both sides for three minutes each or until golden and crispy. Pressure king pro browning settings work for 3 minutes at a time, turn the settings back on and continue searing the chicken. Remove the chicken thighs from the pot and set aside
    • Add chopped onions and garlic to the pressure pot and saute for a minute or two until soft and translucent and flavour from the onion and garlic is released.
    • Add the tomato paste and stir for another minute. Then followed by the washed basmati rice then stir to combine.
    • Add the chicken broth to the pot, bay leaves and stir to combine, then return the chicken thighs to the pot. Place them over the rice.
      Put the pressure cooker lid on securely to lock, turn the valve to close or sealed position if using instant pot. Select the meat function or high pressure if using instant pot and cook for 5 minutes.
    • Once it is done (timer counts down) allow the pressure to naturally release or a quick release if you can’t wait (but be careful when doing a quick release) Take off the lid of the pressure cooker
    • Remove the chicken to a separate plate and fluff the rice with a fork before mixing to combine. If you want, you may shred the chicken thighs to serve with the rice or serve with the rice as it is.

    Notes

    Other types of rice and their water ratio
    • Golden Sella basmati rice: 1 ½ cups of water or broth to 1 cup of rice: 5 minutes cooking time.
    • Pure Basmati rice (Indian basmati rice) or Jasmine rice: 1⅓ cup water or broth to 1 cup of rice: 5 minutes cooking time
    • Long grain Brown rice: cooks longer than any other type of rice: 1 ¼ cup water to 1 cup of rice: 20 minutes cooking time
    • Easy cook white rice: 1 cup of water to 1 cup of rice

    Nutrition

    Calories: 667kcalCarbohydrates: 81gProtein: 41gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 161mgSodium: 1770mgPotassium: 832mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 820IUVitamin C: 16mgCalcium: 75mgIron: 4mg

    Nutritional data: Please note that the nutrition label provided is an estimate based on an online nutrition calculator. It will vary based on the specific ingredients and brands you use. Under no circumstances will thedinnerbite.com be responsible for any loss or damage resulting for your reliance on nutritional information.

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    1. Matthew Herrold says

      September 06, 2023 at 2:48 am

      5 stars
      just excellent. Well done. Delicious and quick

      Reply
      • Ajoke says

        September 06, 2023 at 1:05 pm

        I am so glad you love this recipe. Thanks for the wonderful feedback.

        Reply
    2. Kelly says

      July 29, 2023 at 12:33 am

      Hi! This was delicious but I had a terrible time with the burn notice. Can I add the broth before the rice to prevent it from sticking to the bottom next time? Thanks! — Kelly

      Reply
      • Ajoke says

        July 29, 2023 at 1:01 pm

        Yes, you can add the broth before the rice, more importantly, you need to make sure you deglaze the bottom of the pot before adding the rice.

        Reply
        • Kelly says

          August 03, 2023 at 3:07 pm

          Thank you! I will be sure to do both next time. This meal was a big win with the family!

          Reply
    3. Patricia M says

      June 11, 2023 at 4:27 pm

      Hello,
      If I am doubling this recipe how would you adjust the cook time?

      Reply
      • Ajoke says

        June 13, 2023 at 10:11 am

        Hi Patricia, the cooking time remain the same. However, make sure you sear the chicken properly cooking. Kindly let me know how this goes.

        Reply
    4. Dee says

      March 26, 2023 at 2:09 am

      4 stars
      Hi Ajoke!
      I tried this recipe after reading all of the comments and it was delicious but just a little too moist but delicious all the same! I totally agree with the other commenters, such a versatile recipe. I think the next time I'll try it with boneless chicken breast chunks, sliced kielbasa, and shrimp then add green & red pepper with a cajun spice to give it a little more kick. Thank you so much for sharing this great recipe!

      Reply
      • Ajoke says

        April 04, 2023 at 12:26 pm

        I am so glad you enjoyed it, Dee. Thanks for the feedback

        Reply
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