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Instant Pot Pineapple Chicken and Rice

Instant Pot Pineapple Chicken and Rice

  • Author: Elliana
  • Total Time: 32 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x

Description

Instant Pot Pineapple Chicken and Rice is a delightful fusion of sweet and savory flavors, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or special occasions. This one-pot meal is designed to please even the pickiest eaters, with perfectly cooked chicken and fluffy rice served separately. The hint of pineapple paired with BBQ sauce creates a mouthwatering experience that everyone will enjoy. Plus, the Instant Pot dramatically reduces cooking time, allowing you to have dinner ready in just over half an hour while keeping cleanup simple.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast (diced)
  • Salt & pepper (to taste)
  • 1 onion (cut into wedges)
  • 1 can (8 oz) pineapple chunks (packed in juice)
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
  • 1 red pepper (diced)
  • 1 yellow pepper (diced)
  • 1 cup white rice
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon oil (for rice)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt (for rice)
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce (for thickening)
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water (for thickening)

Instructions

  1. Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode. Add oil and diced chicken, seasoning with salt and pepper. Brown the chicken, then add onion and cook for another minute before turning off the pot.
  2. Stir in pineapple chunks with juice, BBQ sauce, and diced peppers.
  3. Place a trivet over the mixture. In an oven-proof dish, combine rice, water, oil, and salt; place this dish on top of the trivet.
  4. Close the lid and set the valve to sealing. Select pressure cook on high for 2 minutes. Allow for a natural pressure release of about 10 minutes before manually releasing any remaining pressure.
  5. Remove both the trivet and rice dish once opened. Fluff rice with a fork. Mix remaining BBQ sauce with cornstarch and water; stir into the pot until thickened.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 22 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Pressure Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 390
  • Sugar: 9g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 56g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: You can customize this recipe by adding other vegetables like broccoli or swapping BBQ sauce for teriyaki for a different flavor profile. Ensure you rinse your rice beforehand to achieve fluffiness.

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Find it online: https://ilovegoodfood.com/instant-pot-pineapple-chicken-and-rice/