Try this delicious Chicken Delirious and Buttered Rice for Pressure Cooker recipe!

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This recipe combines tender chicken with flavorful buttered rice, all cooked in a pressure cooker for a quick and easy meal. The chicken is seasoned to perfection while the rice is cooked to a fluffy consistency, making it a perfect dish for a family dinner or special occasion.

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs chicken thighs
  • 2 cups jasmine rice
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp pepper
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp thyme

Directions

  1. Season the chicken thighs with salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme.
  2. In a pressure cooker, melt the butter and sauté the onion and garlic until fragrant.
  3. Add the seasoned chicken thighs and brown on all sides.
  4. Add the jasmine rice and chicken broth, ensuring the rice is submerged in the liquid.
  5. Close the pressure cooker lid and cook on high pressure for 10 minutes.
  6. Release the pressure naturally for 5 minutes, then manually release the remaining pressure.
  7. Fluff the rice with a fork and serve the chicken thighs on top.

Interesting Facts

  • Pressure cooking helps to lock in flavor and moisture, resulting in tender chicken and fluffy rice.
  • Buttered rice adds a rich and creamy texture to the dish, complementing the savory chicken.
  • This recipe can easily be customized with additional herbs and spices for a different flavor profile.