Delicious Instant Pot Quick Meal: Chicken and Rice

Ingredients

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
• 1 cup long-grain white rice, rinsed
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)

Instructions

1. Set the Instant Pot to 'Sauté' mode and add olive oil. Once hot, add the chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until softened, about 2-3 minutes.
2. Add the diced chicken to the pot, season with salt, pepper, thyme, and paprika, and cook until the chicken is browned, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the rinsed rice, chicken broth, soy sauce, and frozen mixed vegetables, making sure everything is well combined.
4. Close the lid of the Instant Pot, set the valve to 'Sealing', and select 'Manual' or 'Pressure Cook' for 10 minutes.
5. Once cooking is complete, allow for a natural pressure release for 5 minutes, then carefully switch the valve to 'Venting' to release any remaining pressure.
6. Open the lid, fluff the rice with a fork, and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds, if desired, before serving.