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Instant Pot Weeknight Chicken and Rice Burrito Bowls Recipe

Instant Pot Weeknight Chicken and Rice Burrito Bowls Recipe is a quick and tasty meal!

  • Author: Mason Carter
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Instant Pot
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A quick and tasty meal featuring chicken and rice in a burrito bowl style, made effortlessly in the Instant Pot.


Ingredients

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  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 small yellow onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup long grain white rice, rinsed
  • 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chilies (like Rotel)
  • 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Set the Instant Pot to Sauté mode, heat olive oil, and cook onion until softened.
  2. Add garlic, then chicken and sauté until lightly browned.
  3. Turn off Sauté mode. Add rice, beans, corn, tomatoes, broth, spices, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
  4. Secure the lid and cook on Manual/High Pressure for 8 minutes. Allow natural pressure release for 5 minutes, then quick release. Let sit to thicken.
  5. Serve with desired toppings.

Notes

  • For added spice, stir in chopped jalapeños or hot sauce.
  • Brown rice can be used with adjusted liquid and cook time.
  • Leftovers are versatile for wraps or salads.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 60g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

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