MEDITERRANEAN CHICKEN OVER RICE, INSTANT POT

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This is a fantastic dinner. We love Mediterranean food and this fits the bill!

Provided by Chrissy Hackley

Categories     Chicken

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 22

CHICKEN
2 lb chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
1 medium onion, chopped
3 clove garlic, pressed or minced
2 Tbsp butter
1/2 c water
1 Tbsp roasted garlic and herb seasoning
SAUCE
10 oz container garlic hummus
1/2 c nonfat plain greek yogurt
1/2 c sour cream
3/4 c lemon juice
1 tsp kosher salt
2 Tbsp dried dill
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp garlic powder
TOPPINGS
2 tomatoes chopped
1 seedless cucumber, chopped
1 pkg feta cheese
RICE
2 c hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • 1. In the instant pot insert, turn on to sear. Melt butter. Add onion and cook and stir frequently until softened. Add garlic and cook and stir for one minute.
  • 2. Turn off Instant Pot. Add chicken, water, and seasoning. Place lid, make sure it is sealing position. Turn on to high pressure for 9 minutes. Allow to natural release 10 minutes before doing a quick release.
  • 3. While chicken is cooking make sauce. In a medium mixing bowl combine all the sauce ingredients and gently whisk until combined. Set aside.
  • 4. After all the pressure has been released from the Instant Pot, shred the chicken in the instant pot. Stir the shredded chicken around so it absorbs the juices.
  • 5. To serve: place some rice in a bowl. Top with some chicken. Top with toppings. Spoon some sauce over top. Enjoy!

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