Spicy Instant Pot Chicken and Rice Meal Prep
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
8 mins
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Cook Time
9 mins
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Total Time
18 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
452 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
International
Spicy Instant Pot Chicken and Rice Meal Prep
Description
Spicy Instant Pot Chicken and Rice Meal Prep layers chopped onion, chicken breasts, garlic powder, salt, chili, cayenne pepper, salsa, rice, and water or broth in the pot without stirring, allowing the rice to absorb liquid evenly. Pressure cooking for 9 minutes tenderizes the chicken and perfectly cooks the rice together.
After cooking, the chicken is removed, sliced or shredded, and mixed back with drained beans and corn to add sweetness and creaminess. The combination creates a cohesive dish with balanced spices providing heat but not overwhelming, supported by savory tomato salsa.
This meal prep is convenient for preparing multiple portions that can be served fresh or stored. Suitable for lunch or dinner, it can be paired with fresh greens or tortillas if desired.
Stovetop instructions offer an alternative method using simmering rice with salsa and water, cooking chicken separately with spices, then combining with beans and corn for similar results.
Ingredients
- 1 onion chopped roughly
- 3 chicken breast
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp chili
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper
- 500 ml salsa
- 1.3 cups water or broth; see notes
- 1 cup long grain white rice
add in after
- 1 can beans
- 1 cup corn
Instructions
Instant Pot Instructions
- Place the ingredients in this layer, do not stir: onion, chicken, spices/seasonings, salsa, rice, and water/broth.
- Give the rice a gentle tap to make sure all the rice is touching the liquids. Do not stir.
- Put your lid on and make sure to seal the little knob on it and turn the instant pot on high pressure for 9 minutes. When done, quick release.
- Once ready, open the lid, remove the chicken to slice or shred. Set it aside. Mix in the beans and corn. Serve immediately or portion into containers for later.
Stove Top Instructions
- Mix 1 cup rice, salsa, and 2 cup water in small saucepan. Bring the mixture to a boil, cover with lid and reduce heat to low. Let it simmer, stirring every 5-7 minutes until rice is tender, about 20-25 minutes.
- Coat the chicken with your spice mix and in a cast iron, cook your chicken until it's done.
- Once the rice is done, stir in the beans, corn, and the chicken. Serve immediately or portion into containers for later.
Notes
- If cooking on the stovetop, use 2 cups of water instead of 1.3 cups for the rice.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 452 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 4servings | |
| Calories | 452kcal | 23% |
| Carbohydrates | 57g | 19% |
| Protein | 43g | 86% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 108mg | 36% |
| Sodium | 1663mg | 69% |
| Potassium | 1181mg | 25% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 975IU | 20% |
| Vitamin C | 14.9mg | 17% |
| Calcium | 69mg | 7% |
| Iron | 1.7mg | 9% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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