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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: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 to 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Instant Pot
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Instant Pot Weeknight Chicken and Rice Burrito Bowls are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. Packed with flavor and wholesome ingredients, this dish is sure to become a family favorite in no time.


Ingredients

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Main Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 tablespoons canola or vegetable oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth, divided
  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • Kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup frozen corn kernels
  • 1 (16-ounce) jar salsa
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro

Instructions

  1. Sauté Aromatics: Add oil to the Instant Pot, turn on sauté setting, and cook onion and garlic until softened. Stir in chili powder and cumin.
  2. Add Ingredients: Add 1/4 cup broth, season chicken, add beans, corn, salsa. Sprinkle rice on top and pour remaining broth over it.
  3. Cook: Set pressure to HIGH for 10 minutes. Do a quick pressure release when done. Stir gently.
  4. Serve: Divide into bowls and top with cheese and cilantro.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 610mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg