This Instant Pot Garlic Herb Chicken and Rice recipe is a simple and flavorful one-pot meal that is perfect for a family dinner. The chicken is marinated in a garlic and herb mixture, then cooked with rice and broth in the Instant Pot. The result is a tender and flavorful chicken with perfectly cooked rice. It's a comforting and satisfying dish that can be easily made in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon dried Italian herbs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups long grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Directions
- In a bowl, combine minced garlic, dried Italian herbs, salt, and black pepper.
- Pat dry the chicken breasts with a paper towel and rub the garlic herb mixture over them.
- Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode. Heat olive oil and brown the chicken breasts on both sides for about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove the chicken breasts and set aside.
- Add rice and chicken broth to the Instant Pot. Stir well to combine.
- Place the browned chicken breasts on top of the rice mixture.
- Close the Instant Pot lid and set the valve to sealing. Cook on high pressure for 10 minutes.
- Once the cooking time is complete, let the pressure release naturally for 5 minutes, then do a quick release.
- Remove the chicken breasts from the Instant Pot and slice them into thin pieces.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and serve it topped with sliced chicken breasts.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Interesting Facts
The Instant Pot is a versatile kitchen appliance that can save you time and effort in the kitchen.
This recipe can be easily customized by adding vegetables or using different herbs and spices.
Leftovers of this dish make a delicious lunch option the next day.