Description
Instant Pot Broccoli Cheese Chicken and Rice Casserole is the quintessential comfort food that brings warmth and joy to any mealtime. This creamy dish combines tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and gooey cheddar cheese, all enveloped in fluffy rice, making it a family favorite. Perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also delivers on taste and satisfaction. With every bite, you’ll experience a delightful balance of flavors that will keep everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 cup long grain white rice
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
Instructions
- Set your Instant Pot to the sauté function; add olive oil or butter until melted.
- Optional: Sauté diced onions or minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add chicken breasts; season with salt, pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder. Sear each side for about 3 minutes until golden brown.
- Pour in rice and chicken broth; place broccoli florets on top without stirring.
- Close the lid, set the valve to sealing mode, and cook on high pressure for 10 minutes.
- After cooking, allow a natural pressure release for 5 minutes before quick releasing remaining pressure. Stir in shredded cheese until melted.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg