INSTANT POT® GARLIC-HERB CHICKEN THIGHS AND RICE

Instant Pot® Garlic-Herb Chicken Thighs and Rice image

This one-pot chicken and rice recipe is a family super hit. Flavorful and fluffy, buttery rice with juicy chicken thighs makes this a perfect Instant Pot® dinner dish. While serving, sprinkle some parsley and Parmesan cheese over.

Provided by Subha

Time 1h5m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1 ½ cups basmati rice
5 (5 ounce) bone-in chicken thighs
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons chili powder, divided
1 teaspoon salt, or more to taste
½ teaspoon ground black pepper, or more to taste
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 tablespoons butter
1 large onion, chopped
1 ½ tablespoons minced garlic
1 tablespoon ground paprika
1 ½ teaspoons dried oregano
1 ½ teaspoons ground thyme
1 ½ teaspoons dried parsley
2 cups chicken stock

Steps:

Rinse rice until it runs clear; drain excess water and let sit.
Season chicken with lemon juice, 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Add oil to heat. Sear seasoned chicken thighs in the hot oil until golden and crisp, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
Add butter to the pot, followed by onion; saute until onion is soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook and stir for 30 seconds. Add remaining chili powder, paprika, oregano, thyme, and parsley; season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix well. Add drained rice. Gently stir to toast, 2 to 3 minutes. Pour in chicken stock.
Arrange seared chicken thighs and any accumulated juices on top in a single layer. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 8 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, 8 to 10 minutes. Release remaining pressure carefully using the quick-release method, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Let rest for another 10 minutes. Fluff rice with a fork and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 484.7 calories, Carbohydrate 50 g, Cholesterol 99.9 mg, Fat 18.8 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 29.3 g, SaturatedFat 6.5 g, Sodium 866.6 mg, Sugar 2 g