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Easy Creamy One-Pot IP Chicken and Rice Recipe for Perfect Dinner

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A comforting and creamy one-pot chicken and rice recipe made in the Instant Pot, perfect for quick weeknight dinners or casual entertaining.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice, rinsed
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas (optional)
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. Rinse 1 cup of long-grain white rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Pat chicken thighs dry and season with salt, pepper, and dried thyme.
  2. Set Instant Pot to ‘Sauté’ mode and heat 2 tablespoons olive oil. Add chopped onion and minced garlic; cook about 3 minutes until softened.
  3. Add chicken thighs and sear each side for about 2 minutes until lightly browned.
  4. Pour rinsed rice evenly over chicken, then add 2 cups chicken broth. Do not stir. Cancel ‘Sauté’ mode.
  5. Secure lid and set valve to ‘Sealing.’ Cook on ‘Manual’ or ‘Pressure Cook’ high for 10 minutes.
  6. Let pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, then switch valve to ‘Venting’ to release remaining pressure.
  7. Open lid carefully. Stir in softened cream cheese until melted and creamy. Add frozen peas if using and stir to warm.
  8. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
  9. Serve immediately, optionally shredding chicken into bite-sized pieces before serving.

Notes

Rinsing rice is crucial to avoid gummy texture. Searing chicken adds flavor but is optional. Use softened cream cheese for smooth melting. Natural pressure release helps keep chicken juicy and rice perfectly cooked. For dairy-free, substitute cream cheese with coconut cream and omit Parmesan.

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Keywords: Instant Pot, chicken and rice, one-pot meal, creamy chicken, easy dinner, weeknight recipe, comfort food

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