Cheesy Broccoli Rice

Creamy risotto-like rice with cheddar, broccoli and (optional) pieces of chicken breast. A one pot family-friendly meal perfect for a busy weeknight. Seasoning may need work

Good

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Cut thawed chicken into chunks

Step 2

Set Instant Pot to sauté

Step 3

When display says HOT, add butter and swirl it around in the pot to melt it

Step 4

Once the butter is melted, add in the rice, garlic powder, and onion. Stir for 1 minute

Step 5

Add in 1 cup of the broth, stir for 2 minutes

Step 6

Add the remaining 3 cups of chicken broth

Step 7

Add the 1 teaspoon salt

Step 8

Lay the chicken on top

Step 9

Turn off Saute function

Step 10

Cover the Instant Pot and secure the lid

Step 11

Make sure the valve is set to SEALING

Step 12

Set the manual/pressure cook button to 10 minutes (high pressure)

Step 13

Once time is up, allow the pot to sit for 10 minutes of natural release

Step 14

Move the valve to venting to quick release the remaining pressure

Step 15

If using frozen broccoli florets, put them in a colander and run under hot water for a few minutes. Shake off excess water and stir into the rice. Put lid back on and let sit for 20 minutes.

Step 16

If using fresh broccoli florets you can do one of two things. First and faster idea is to put the florets in a glass bowl with a quarter cup of water and put them in the microwave for 4-5 minutes, until the broccoli is steamed and reaches your desired cooked consistency. Second idea is you add the fresh broccoli to the pot after the pressure has released and then put the lid back on and let the broccoli cook on the warm setting with the lid on for about 20 minutes.

Step 17

Stir in the cheddar and parmesan cheeses

Step 18

Add salt and pepper to taste