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Creamy Pressure Cooker Chicken and Rice

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A quick and easy creamy chicken and rice recipe made in a pressure cooker, perfect for cozy dinners with tender chicken and fluffy rice in a luscious sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • ½ cup heavy cream or 4 ounces cream cheese
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme or Italian seasoning
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. Chop the onion finely and mince the garlic cloves. Pat the chicken thighs dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, and dried thyme.
  2. Set the pressure cooker to ‘Sauté’ mode. Add olive oil or butter and heat for about 1 minute. Add onions and cook until translucent, about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Place the chicken thighs in the pot and brown them for 2-3 minutes per side without cooking through.
  4. Pour the rice evenly over the chicken, then add the chicken broth, ensuring all rice is submerged. Do not stir. Cancel ‘Sauté’ mode.
  5. Seal the lid and set the pressure cooker to ‘Manual’ or ‘Pressure Cook’ on high for 10 minutes. Let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, then quick release any remaining pressure.
  6. Open the lid carefully. Stir in the heavy cream or cream cheese until fully incorporated. If using Parmesan, stir it in now.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning with extra salt or pepper if needed. Let rest for a few minutes to thicken, then serve warm.

Notes

Do not stir rice and broth before pressure cooking to prevent sticking. Browning chicken and sautéing onions adds flavor. Use natural pressure release for best texture. Let sit on ‘Keep Warm’ for 5 minutes if rice is too liquidy. Substitute heavy cream with coconut milk for dairy-free version.

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Keywords: pressure cooker chicken, creamy chicken and rice, easy dinner, comfort food, one pot meal

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