Instant Pot Parmesan Chicken and Rice with Mushrooms
User Reviews
4.7
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
379 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Instant Pot Parmesan Chicken and Rice with Mushrooms
Description
Instant Pot Parmesan Chicken and Rice with Mushrooms features seasoned chicken cooked alongside white or brown rice enriched with Parmesan cheese and mushrooms. After searing the chicken to create a light crust, garlic and mushrooms are sautéed in butter to build flavor. The rice, rinsed for proper texture, is combined with chicken broth and herbs and placed beneath the chicken on a rack inside the pot. Pressure cooking ensures the rice cooks evenly while the chicken remains juicy.
The result is a savory dish where tender chicken thighs or breasts rest on top of creamy, flavorful rice dotted with browned mushrooms. The Parmesan adds richness, and the herb blend gives aromatic complexity. This recipe works well for a family dinner or meal prep as it cooks efficiently all in one vessel.
To customize the herb flavor, you can use an Italian blend or your own mix of basil, thyme, oregano, parsley, and rosemary. Parsley garnish brightens the plate. Using the steam rack keeps the chicken elevated, preventing overcooking and allowing the rice to absorb flavors.
Choosing either white or brown rice affects cooking time but does not change the fundamental process. A natural release is used with white rice to prevent drying out, while brown rice requires a longer pressure time and quick release to preserve texture.
Ingredients
- 4-6 chicken thighs or 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 2 teaspoons dried herbs divided, see note, herb blend
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic minced
- 1 cup mushroom sliced
- 1 cup long grain white rice rinsed, or brown rice
- ⅓ cup Parmesan Cheese fresh-grated
- parsley optional for garnish, chopped
- 1-1 ½ cups chicken broth
Instructions
- Set Instant Pot to SAUTE. Rub chicken with oil, then season all over with salt and pepper to taste, garlic powder, and 1 teaspoon dried herbs. Add chicken to pot, brown for 1-2 minutes on each side, then transfer to a plate.
- Add butter and garlic to the pot and stir 1-2 minutes until butter is melted and garlic lightly browned and fragrant. Add mushrooms and stir for 2-3 minutes until browned.
- For white rice: Stir rice and 1 cup of broth into the pot. Add 1 teaspoon dried herbs. Set steam rack in the pot with the handles up. Place chicken on the rack. Cover and set to PRESSURE COOK or MANUAL for 5 minutes. Cook, then do a natural release for 5 minutes, remove lid.
- For brown rice: Stir rice and 1 1/2 cups of broth into the pot. Add 1 teaspoon dried herbs. Set steam rack in the pot with the handles up. Cover and set to PRESSURE COOK or MANUAL for 10 minutes. Cook, then do a quick release, then place chicken in the pot on the rack and return the lid. Set to PRESSURE COOK or MANUAL for 5 minutes, cook, then natural release for 5 minutes.
- Remove chicken and rack from the pot. Fluff rice with a fork and stir in parmesan cheese. Garnish chicken and rice with chopped parsley, cracked black pepper, and additional cheese if desired and serve.
*Rinsing the rice removes the starch and keeps it from sticking to the bottom of the pot
Notes
- Use Italian blend seasoning or herbs de Provence, or create a mix with basil, thyme, oregano, parsley, and rosemary for the herbs.
- Choose white rice for a shorter cooking time and natural release, brown rice for a heartier texture but longer cooking time and a quick release.
- Parsley can be chopped and added as garnish to add freshness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 379 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 379kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 40g | 13% |
| Protein | 32g | 64% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 79mg | 26% |
| Sodium | 599mg | 25% |
| Potassium | 648mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 113IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 8mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 134mg | 13% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.7
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