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overhead view of a serving of instant pot chicken flavored rice on a white plate with green beans and corn kernels.
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Instant Pot Chicken Flavored Rice Recipe

This Instant Pot chicken flavored rice is the ultimate quick side dish. Rice cooked in savory chicken broth and seasonings, finished with a creamy sauce, makes every bite rich and moist. Ready in under 30 minutes, it reheats beautifully and pairs perfectly with any meal. A simple, flavorful twist on nostalgic Knorr and Lipton rice flavors.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 273kcal
Author: Becky Hardin

Equipment

  • 6 qt Instant Pot

Ingredients

  • 2 cups dry long-grain white rice
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth *
  • 2 teaspoons chicken bouillon paste **
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

For the Sauce:

  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter ⅜ stick
  • 1 tablespoon dried parsley
  • 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon paste
  • ¼ cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch

Instructions

  • Rinse the rice until the water runs clear, then drain well.
    2 cups dry long-grain white rice
    rinsing rice in a colander with water.
  • Heat the chicken broth in the microwave for 3 minutes or on the stovetop until boiling.
    2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
    pouring chicken broth into a container.
  • Add the bouillon paste, onion powder, garlic powder, Old Bay Seasoning, seasoned salt, and cooking oil to the broth and whisk until all combined.
    2 teaspoons chicken bouillon paste, 1 tablespoon garlic powder, 1 tablespoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning, 1 teaspoon seasoned salt, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
    seasoned chicken broth in a container.
  • Place the rice and broth mixture in an Instant Pot and seal the lid.
    rice and seasoned broth in an instant pot.
  • Set for high pressure for 5 minutes. Allow to natural release for 10 minutes then release remaining pressure and open.
    cooked chicken flavored rice in an instant pot.
  • During the last 5 minutes of natural pressure release combine the sauce ingredients, making sure the broth is hot and the butter melts into it. Whisk until all are thoroughly combined. (you don’t want this mixture to sit as it will start to thicken; you want it to be ready right as the rice is ready) Make sure the cornstarch is well mixed with other ingredients to avoid lumps in the sauce.
    1 cup low-sodium chicken broth, 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1 tablespoon dried parsley, 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon paste, ¼ cup milk, 2 tablespoons cornstarch
    butter, broth, cream, and seasonings in a bowl.
  • Add the sauce mixture to the cooked rice and stir until well combined. (doing this step while leaving the pot in the machine helps the sauce to combine with the rice as the heat helps to thicken the sauce).
    instant pot chicken flavored rice.
  • Serve warm with your favorite sides or as a side to your main course.
    a serving of instant pot chicken flavored rice on a white plate with corn and green beans.

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Notes

*I recommend using low-sodium chicken broth in this recipe. If not, I recommend omitting the seasoned salt and reducing the amount of bouillon to compensate. Otherwise, your rice may turn out too salty.
**I used bouillon paste for this recipe, but cubes also work. Use 1 cube per teaspoon of paste.
Tips:
  • Take note that the rice measuring cup that comes with the Instant Pot is only 180 mL.
  • This recipe uses long-grain white rice (like Jasmine or Basmati). Short-grain or brown rice won’t cook the same way.
  • Rinsing the rice is important as it removes any debris as well as the surface starch. Surface starch is the culprit that causes the rice to clump together or get gummy. I always recommend rinsing your rice!
  • You can lightly coat the pot with a little oil or butter before adding ingredients to avoid the Instant Pot “burn” notice.
  • If doubling, keep the liquid ratio the same per cup of rice and expect a slightly longer natural release (around 12-15 min).
  • If your rice is watery, that means it's undercooked.
  • If your rice is hard, chewy, or burnt, it likely needs more broth or is overcooked.
  • Don't let the sauce sit for too long, as it will start to thicken.
  • Easily add frozen peas, corn, or diced carrots with the sauce before serving.
  • Turn it into a full meal by mixing in shredded rotisserie chicken before serving.
Storage: Store Instant Pot chicken flavored rice in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 273kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 531mg | Potassium: 175mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 155IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 38mg | Iron: 1mg