1 jar drained and cut into bite-sized pieces15-30 min3-5 servings

Tuscan Chicken and Rice

By Chop Secrets

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3-5 Servings

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5 min

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Medium

Tuscan Chicken and Rice
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Recipe Details

Course: Dinner

Difficulty: Medium

Prep Time: 5 min

Cook Time: 20 min

Total Time: 15-30 min

Cooking Technique: Pressure Cook, Sauté

Yield: 3-5 Servings

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 cup long grain white rice
  • 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/3 cup basil pesto
  • 6 oz marinated artichoke hearts 1 jar drained and cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup sundried tomatoes divided
  • 8 oz shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
  • Fresh basil cut into ribbons for garnish (Additional option)

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Add olive oil to the Instant Pot. Using the display panel select the Saute function.
  2. When oil gets hot, brown the chicken on both sides, 3-4 minutes per side. Meat will not be cooked through. Do not crowd the pot--you may have to work in batches. Transfer browned meat to a shallow dish and cover loosely with foil.
  3. Add broth to the pot and deglaze by using a wooden spoon to scrape the brown bits from the bottom of the pot.
  4. Add rice to the pot, then add back the chicken in one even layer. Spread pesto over the chicken.
  5. Layer on the artichoke hearts, 1/4 cup sundried tomatoes, cheese, remaining 1/4 cup sundried tomatoes, italian seasoning. Do not stir.
  6. Turn the pot off by selecting Cancel, then secure the lid, making sure the vent is closed.
  7. Using the display panel select the Manual or Pressure Cook function*. Use the +/- keys and program the Instant Pot for 10 Minutes.
  8. When the time is up, let the pressure naturally release for 5 Minutes, then quick-release the remaining pressure.
  9. Serve warm garnished with ribbons of fresh basil.

Notes

*The MANUAL and PRESSURE COOK buttons are interchangeable.

About the chef

Chop Secrets

Chop Secrets

Chop Secrets is a culinary platform that focuses on recipe development, offering a wide variety of accessible and time-saving meal ideas. The site is a go-to destination for home cooks looking for delicious recipes that are simple to follow. Known for its collaborations with Instant Pot, Chop Secrets has produced over 250 recipe videos, providing users with step-by-step guides to make cooking easier and more enjoyable. With a range of recipes spanning from appetizers to desserts, Chop Secrets helps both beginners and seasoned cooks explore the versatility of their kitchen tools. The platform also offers a popular Instant Pot Master Class, which teaches essential techniques for mastering this appliance through cook-along lessons and printable resources, helping people create flavorful meals with minimal effort.

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