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Instant Pot Chicken Thighs And Rice Recipe

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Instant Pot Chicken Thighs and Rice The Dinner Bite
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Description

Are you looking for an easy and delicious meal to make for your family? Look no further than this Instant Pot chicken thighs and rice recipe! This dish is full of flavor and perfect for a weeknight dinner. The best part? It only takes 30 minutes to make!

Prep Time

The prep time for this recipe is minimal. You'll need to gather your ingredients and chop your onion and garlic. This should take no more than 10 minutes.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is 20 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1 cup long grain white rice
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Equipment

  • Instant Pot
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wooden spoon

Method

  1. Set your Instant Pot to sauté mode and add the olive oil.
  2. Add the chicken thighs to the pot, skin side down, and cook for 5 minutes until browned. Flip the chicken and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  3. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.
  4. Add the onion and garlic to the pot and sauté for 2 minutes.
  5. Add the rice, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper to the pot and stir to combine.
  6. Add the chicken broth to the pot and stir to combine.
  7. Place the chicken thighs on top of the rice mixture.
  8. Close the lid of the Instant Pot and set the valve to sealing.
  9. Set the Instant Pot to manual high pressure for 10 minutes.
  10. Once the cook time is complete, allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes before turning the valve to venting to release any remaining pressure.
  11. Open the lid and serve the chicken thighs and rice hot.

Notes

This recipe is easily customizable. You can add vegetables like carrots, peas, or bell peppers to the rice mixture for added nutrition and flavor.

Nutrition Info

This recipe serves 6 and each serving contains approximately:
  • Calories: 420
  • Protein: 31g
  • Fat: 22g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 820mg

Recipe Tips

  • Be sure to brown the chicken thighs well before cooking them with the rice to ensure a crispy skin.
  • Use long grain white rice for the best results.
  • Allowing the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes before venting will help prevent the rice from becoming mushy.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Enjoy this delicious and easy Instant Pot chicken thighs and rice recipe for your next family dinner!


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