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Instant Pot Weeknight Chicken and Rice Burrito Bowls Recipe

Instant Pot Weeknight Chicken and Rice Burrito Bowls Recipe


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  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

These Instant Pot Weeknight Chicken and Rice Burrito Bowls are a delicious and easy meal to make in your pressure cooker. Packed with flavor and customizable toppings, this dish is sure to become a family favorite!


Ingredients

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For the Chicken and Rice:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice, rinsed
  • 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes with juices
  • 1 1/4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • juice of 1 lime
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

For Toppings:

  • Shredded cheese
  • Avocado
  • Salsa
  • Sour cream

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken and Rice: Set Instant Pot to Sauté mode and heat olive oil. Add chicken and cook for 3–4 minutes until lightly browned. Stir in onion, garlic, and bell pepper, cooking for 2 minutes until softened.

Notes

  • For a spicier version, add 1 diced jalapeño along with the bell pepper.
  • Leftovers make a great filling for burritos or quesadillas.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Pressure Cooking
  • Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
  • Calories: 370
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 620mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 49g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 26g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg