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Instant Pot Chicken and Rice Soup

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A quick and comforting chicken and rice soup made in your Instant Pot. This recipe ensures tender chicken and perfectly cooked rice without the mushiness.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, peeled and chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 8 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup white rice (long-grain or basmati recommended)
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1/2 tsp dried rosemary
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Set your Instant Pot to the Sauté function. Add olive oil. Once hot, add chicken pieces and cook until lightly browned on all sides. Remove chicken and set aside.
  2. Add onion, carrots, and celery to the Instant Pot. Cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  3. Pour in chicken broth and scrape the bottom of the pot to deglaze, ensuring no bits are stuck.
  4. Return the browned chicken to the pot. Stir in the white rice, thyme, and rosemary. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Secure the lid and set the vent to Sealing. Cook on High Pressure for 5 minutes.
  6. Once the cooking cycle is complete, allow a Natural Pressure Release for 10 minutes. Then, carefully move the vent to Venting to release any remaining pressure.
  7. Open the lid. Stir in fresh lemon juice and chopped parsley. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  8. Serve hot.

Notes

  • For a deeper flavor, you can brown the chicken more aggressively.
  • If using brown rice, increase the cook time to 10 minutes on High Pressure with a 15-minute Natural Pressure Release. You may need to add an extra 1/2 cup of broth.
  • This soup freezes well. Let it cool completely before transferring to freezer-safe containers.
  • This recipe is a great option for weeknight meals and can be a comforting choice during flu season.

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