Spanish Chicken And Rice Instant Pot Recipe
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Description
This Spanish chicken and rice Instant Pot recipe is a one-pot wonder that takes minimal effort to make. With just a handful of ingredients and the help of the Instant Pot, you'll have a fragrant and flavorful dish that's perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner.Prep Time
The prep time for this recipe is approximately 10 minutes.Cook Time
The cook time for this recipe is approximately 25 minutes.Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
Equipment
- Instant Pot
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Wooden spoon
Method
- Press the "Saute" button on the Instant Pot and heat the olive oil.
- Add the onion, garlic, and red bell pepper and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper and stir to combine.
- Add the rice and stir to coat in the spices.
- Add the chicken broth and diced tomatoes and stir to combine.
- Nestle the chicken thighs into the rice mixture.
- Secure the lid on the Instant Pot and make sure the valve is set to "Sealing."
- Press the "Manual" button and set the timer for 10 minutes.
- Once the timer goes off, let the pressure release naturally for 5 minutes before manually releasing any remaining pressure.
- Remove the chicken thighs and shred them with two forks.
- Stir the shredded chicken back into the rice mixture and serve.
Notes
- This recipe can easily be doubled to serve a larger crowd.
- Feel free to use chicken breasts instead of thighs if you prefer.
- If you like a little extra heat, add a diced jalapeno pepper to the onion and bell pepper mix.
Nutrition Info
- Serving size: 1/4 of the recipe
- Calories: 400
- Total fat: 11g
- Saturated fat: 2.5g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
- Sodium: 900mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 43g
- Dietary fiber: 3g
- Sugars: 5g
- Protein: 33g
Recipe Tips
- Make sure to rinse the rice before adding it to the Instant Pot to remove any excess starch.
- If you don't have smoked paprika, regular paprika will work just fine.
- For an extra burst of flavor, add a handful of chopped fresh parsley or cilantro before serving.
Enjoy this delicious and easy Spanish chicken and rice Instant Pot recipe!
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