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Instant Pot Chicken Broccoli and Rice

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Instant Pot Chicken Broccoli and Rice is really easy to make using the pressure cook function. I’ll show you how to make everything all in just one pot in about 10 minutes of pressure cooking time.

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This is a kid favorite meal. I started making this recipe by using the premade simmer sauces that come in the packet from the grocery store and the kids absolutely loved it!  They actually requested this meal on a weekly basis. Based on the simple ingredients, I thought I'd give it a go without the premade sauce packet and make it from scratch.  I’m so glad I did!

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After several attempts, I came up with the perfect recipe that comes out super cheesy…just the way Kaleigh likes it! Instant Pot Chicken Broccoli and Rice is the perfect one-pot meal for any weeknight!

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There’s not a lot of ingredients in this recipe, but it all comes together really well. I love that you can cook the chicken, rice, and broccoli all in the same pot…and everything is perfectly cooked! The chicken is cooked just right and the rice and broccoli are not overcooked or mushy! Woo hoo!

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Tips for making Instant Pot Chicken, Broccoli, and Rice

How big should the broccoli florets be cut?

Don't cut up your broccoli too small. The broccoli will break up during cooking and stirring.  If you cut the broccoli too small it will basically disintegrate.  If you prefer larger pieces of broccoli, wait to add it until you remove the lid at the end.  The heat from the rice and chicken mixture will cook the broccoli.

How to make Instant Pot chicken more flavorful?

Brown your chicken before adding to the pot. I did not do this.  The kids prefer the smoother texture of the chicken when it is not browned.  Browning the chicken will add a little extra flavor and will make for a nicer presentation.

Does cooking chicken longer in an Instant Pot make it more tender?

Undercooking, the chicken will result in a rubbery texture. Overcooking the chicken will result in dry chicken. You want to make sure that you don't undercook or overcook the chicken.

Can I use instant rice in the Instant Pot?

Yes, you can. But, not for this recipe. Instant Rice cooks much faster than regular rice. During the time that the chicken takes to cook, the rice would be way overcooked and become water-logged.

Can I cook the broccoli at the same time as the chicken and rice?

Since the chicken for this recipe is cut up very small, and the broccoli is left in bigger chunks, it all cooks at the same time. If you were to use larger pieces of chicken or smaller pieces of broccoli, the broccoli would be way overcooked by the time the chicken and rice were finished cooking.

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Ingredient tips and substitutions for Instant Pot Chicken, Broccoli, and Rice

The full ingredient list is at the bottom of this post in the recipe card.

Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Rice Ingredients
  • Canola Oil- Any high-heat cooking oil can be used.
  • Chicken Broth- Chicken broth is recommended instead water due to the extra flavor that the chicken broth adds to the rice.
  • Rice- White, long-grain rice was used. White rice and brown rice (and other types of rice) take a different amount of time to fully cook. If you choose a rice other than white rice, the cook time will likely need to be increased. I would recommend cutting the chicken into slightly bigger pieces and waiting to add the broccoli when you add the cheese at the very end.
  • Salt-Freshly ground.
  • Pepper-Freshly ground.
  • Chicken Breasts- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch cubes. It's important to cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces so that they cook quickly.
  • Broccoli- Cut the broccoli into large chunks. If they are small pieces, they will overcook during the pressure cooking time. Fresh broccoli florets or frozen broccoli can be used.
  • Cheddar Cheese- Shredded cheddar cheese- you can use any other cheese that you like, just as long as it melts quickly.

Directions for making Instant Pot Chicken, Broccoli, and Rice

  1. Cut the chicken into 1-inch cubes and season well with salt and pepper.
  2. Coat Instant Pot insert with 1 tablespoon of canola oil.
  3. Add chicken broth, rice, chicken, and broccoli.
  4. Place the lid on the Instant Pot and set to high. Cook for 10 minutes with the valve set to "seal."
  5. When the timer ends, move the valve to "vent" and quick release all pressure and open the lid.
  6. Add the cheese and stir until well combined. While stirring the broccoli should break up and mix together with the rice and chicken.

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Instant Pot Chicken, Broccoli, and Rice

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Instant Pot Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli with Rice

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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Pressure Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 532kcal
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Instructions

  • Cut the chicken into 1-inch cubes and season well with salt and pepper.
  • Coat Instant Pot insert with 1 tablespoon of canola oil.
  • Add chicken broth, rice, chicken, and broccoli.
  • Place the lid on the Instant Pot and set to high. Cook for 10 minutes with the valve set to "seal."
  • When the timer ends, move the valve to "vent" and quick release all pressure and open the lid.
  • Add the cheese and stir until well combined. While stirring the broccoli should break up and mix together with the rice and chicken.

Notes

Don't cut up your broccoli too small. The broccoli will break up during cooking and stirring. If you cut the broccoli too small it will basically disintegrate. If you prefer larger pieces of broccoli, wait to add it until you remove the lid at the end. The heat from the rice and chicken mixture will cook the broccoli.
Brown your chicken before adding to the pot. I did not do this. The kids prefer the smoother texture of the chicken when it is not browned. Browning the chicken will add a little extra flavor and will make for a nicer presentation.
Super Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli with Rice tastes better than it looks. Trust me! It’s gooey cheesy goodness in all its glory!

Nutrition

Calories: 532kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 45g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 147mg | Sodium: 1553mg | Potassium: 702mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1089IU | Vitamin C: 50mg | Calcium: 544mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutrition information is provided as a courtesy and is an estimate only.

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