Description
A quick and flavorful Instant Pot recipe for weeknight chicken and rice burrito bowls, combining tender chicken breasts, seasoned rice, and optional corn and black beans, topped with classic burrito fixings like shredded cheese, sour cream, salsa, and fresh cilantro for a delicious, easy dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and Rice
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 cup rice
- 1 1/4 cups chicken broth
Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Add-ins
- 1/2 cup corn (optional)
- 1/2 cup black beans (optional)
Toppings
- Shredded cheese
- Sour cream
- Salsa
- Fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Place the chicken breasts, rice, chicken broth, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper into the Instant Pot, ensuring everything is evenly distributed.
- Cook Under Pressure: Close the Instant Pot lid and set the valve to sealing. Select high pressure and cook for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the chicken to cook thoroughly.
- Release Pressure: Let the pressure release naturally for 5 minutes to finish cooking gently, then carefully quick release any remaining pressure to safely open the lid.
- Shred Chicken: Remove the chicken breasts and shred them using two forks, then mix the shredded chicken back into the rice inside the pot.
- Add Optional Ingredients: Stir in the corn and black beans, if using, for added texture and nutrition.
- Serve and Garnish: Scoop the chicken and rice mixture into bowls, then top with shredded cheese, sour cream, salsa, and fresh cilantro to taste.
Notes
- You can substitute brown rice but increase the cooking time accordingly.
- For a spicier kick, add more chili powder or a dash of cayenne pepper.
- Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Use chicken thighs as an alternative for juicier meat.
- Skip the corn and beans to keep the dish low-carb.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes (10 minutes pressure cook + 5 minutes natural release)
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Instant Pot
- Cuisine: Mexican
