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Instant Pot Cajun Rice with Chicken and Sausage Mom's Dinner
Instant Pot Cajun Rice with Chicken and Sausage Mom's Dinner from momsdinner.net

Description

If you're looking for a tasty and spicy meal that's quick and easy to make, then you're in luck! This Cajun Rice Recipe Instant Pot is packed full of flavor and can be made in no time at all. With just a few simple ingredients and an Instant Pot, you'll have a delicious meal that's perfect for any day of the week.

Prep Time

The prep time for this recipe is only 10 minutes. That's right, in just 10 minutes you can have everything ready to go and be on your way to making a delicious meal.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is 20 minutes. Once you've got everything prepped, it's only a matter of waiting for the Instant Pot to do its magic.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound of chicken breast, cut into small pieces
  • 1 tablespoon of olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon of Cajun seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon of paprika
  • 1 teaspoon of salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
  • 1 1/2 cups of long-grain rice
  • 2 cups of chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup of chopped parsley

Equipment

  • Instant Pot
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wooden spoon

Method

  1. Set your Instant Pot to the sauté setting and add the olive oil.
  2. Once the oil is hot, add the chicken and cook until browned on all sides.
  3. Add the onion, green and red bell peppers, and garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are soft.
  4. Add the Cajun seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir everything together.
  5. Add the rice and chicken broth to the Instant Pot. Stir everything together.
  6. Place the lid on the Instant Pot and set the valve to the sealing position.
  7. Set the Instant Pot to manual mode on high pressure for 8 minutes.
  8. Once the cook time is done, let the pressure naturally release for 10 minutes, then use the quick release to release any remaining pressure.
  9. Remove the lid and fluff the rice with a fork.
  10. Serve the Cajun rice hot, garnished with chopped parsley.

Notes

This recipe is easily customizable to your preferences. You can add more or less Cajun seasoning depending on how spicy you like your food. You can also add other vegetables or proteins to the dish to make it your own.

Nutrition Info

This recipe serves 6 people and each serving contains approximately:
  • Calories: 352
  • Protein: 23g
  • Fat: 7g
  • Carbohydrates: 48g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 865mg

Recipe Tips

  • Make sure to rinse the rice thoroughly before adding it to the Instant Pot to remove any excess starch.
  • If you don't have chicken broth, you can use water instead.
  • If you prefer your rice to be less sticky, reduce the amount of liquid by 1/4 cup.
  • If you're short on time, you can use frozen pre-cut vegetables instead of fresh ones.

Now that you've got all the details, it's time to get cooking! This Cajun Rice Recipe Instant Pot is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. Bon appétit!


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