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Instant Pot Chicken and Rice Recipe - Easy One Pot Weeknight Dinner

This Instant Pot chicken and rice recipe is the ultimate solution for busy weeknights, creating perfectly fluffy rice and tender, juicy chicken all in one pot. The combination of simple halal ingredients makes it a wholesome dish that's perfect for family dinners and meal prep.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 21 minutes
Total Time 36 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1.5 lbs halal chicken thighs or breasts (boneless, skinless)
  • 1.5 cups basmati or jasmine rice
  • 2 cups halal chicken broth or vegetable broth
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 carrots, peeled and diced
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric (for golden color)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil or ghee
  • Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels and season generously with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Dice the onion, mince the garlic, and chop the carrots into small pieces.
  2. Turn your Instant Pot to the sauté function. Add the olive oil or ghee, then sauté the onions and garlic for 2-3 minutes until fragrant. Add the carrots and cook for another minute.
  3. Push the vegetables to the sides and add the seasoned chicken pieces. Sauté for 2-3 minutes per side until lightly browned.
  4. Rinse the rice under cold water until water runs clear. Add the rice to the pot along with the broth. Stir gently to combine, making sure the rice is submerged in liquid. Add the turmeric for that beautiful golden color.
  5. Secure the lid and set the valve to sealing. Cook on high pressure for 8 minutes. Once cooking is complete, allow natural pressure release for 10 minutes, then quick release any remaining pressure.
  6. Carefully open the lid and fluff the rice with a fork. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

For perfect fluffy rice, maintain a 1:1.25 ratio of rice to liquid. Place chicken on top of rice to prevent overcooking. Natural pressure release helps rice absorb remaining moisture evenly.