Description
This Instant Pot Weeknight Chicken and Rice Burrito Bowl recipe is a quick and flavorful meal perfect for busy evenings. Juicy chicken breasts cook together with rice and spices under pressure for an effortless one-pot dinner. Topped with classic burrito fixings like shredded cheese, sour cream, salsa, and fresh cilantro, these bowls offer a satisfying Tex-Mex-inspired dinner ready in 25 minutes.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 cup rice
- 1 1/4 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Ingredients
- 1/2 cup corn
- 1/2 cup black beans
Toppings
- Shredded cheese
- Sour cream
- Salsa
- Fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Combine 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.
- Pressure cook: Close the Instant Pot lid, set the valve to sealing position, and cook on high pressure for 10 minutes to thoroughly cook the chicken and rice together.
- Release pressure: Let the pressure release naturally for 5 minutes after cooking, then carefully perform a quick release for any remaining pressure to safely open the lid.
- Shred chicken: Use two forks to shred the cooked chicken right inside the pot, mixing it well with the rice for uniform texture and flavor.
- Add optional ingredients: Stir in the corn and black beans if using, folding them gently into the chicken and rice mixture to warm through.
- Serve and top: Spoon the mixture into bowls and garnish with shredded cheese, sour cream, salsa, and fresh cilantro to customize your burrito bowl experience.
Notes
- For best results, rinse rice under cold water before cooking to remove excess starch.
- If you prefer spicier bowls, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chopped jalapeños.
- Black beans and corn are optional but add great texture and nutrients.
- This recipe can be doubled easily by adjusting liquid and cooking time according to your Instant Pot model guidelines.
- Leftover bowls store well and can be reheated covered in the microwave for up to 3 days.
