Are you ready to take your weeknight dinners to the next level with a dish that’s not only delicious but also incredibly easy to make? Say hello to the Pressure Cooker Chicken Broccoli Rice! This all-in-one meal combines tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and fluffy rice, all infused with savory flavors that will have your family asking for seconds. In just 25 minutes, you can whip up a wholesome dinner that’s perfect for busy evenings. Get ready to impress your taste buds and simplify your cooking routine with this mouthwatering recipe!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breast, cubed
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by cutting chicken breast into 1-inch cubes and washing broccoli florets thoroughly.
- Place cubed chicken breast into the pressure cooker, seasoning with garlic powder and a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Add uncooked rice and chicken broth to the pressure cooker, stirring gently to distribute ingredients evenly.
- Close the pressure cooker lid securely and set to high pressure cooking mode.
- Cook on high pressure for 10 minutes, allowing the chicken to become tender and rice to absorb the broth.
- Once cooking cycle completes, use quick release method to release pressure immediately.
- Open lid carefully and add broccoli florets on top of the chicken and rice mixture.
- Close lid again and let residual heat steam broccoli for 2-3 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
- Gently fluff rice with a fork and mix ingredients together, ensuring even distribution of chicken, broccoli, and seasonings.
- Serve hot, optionally garnishing with fresh parsley or additional seasoning to taste.
Tips
- Prep Ahead: To save time, you can cube the chicken and wash the broccoli florets in advance. This way, you can just toss everything into the pressure cooker when you're ready to cook!
- Seasoning Variations: Feel free to get creative with the seasonings! You can add a splash of soy sauce or a sprinkle of Italian herbs for an extra flavor boost.
- Don’t Overcrowd: Make sure not to overfill your pressure cooker. If you're cooking for more than four servings, consider making two batches for even cooking.
- Quick Release Caution: When using the quick release method, be cautious of the steam. Use a kitchen towel or pot holder to protect your hands.
- Perfectly Steamed Broccoli: For the best texture, keep an eye on the broccoli while it steams. You want it to be bright green and tender-crisp, not mushy.
- Garnish for Flair: Elevate your dish by garnishing with fresh parsley or a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese before serving. It adds a lovely touch and enhances the flavors!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 350kcal
Carbohydrates: 30g
Protein: 35g
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 95mg
