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Instant Pot Pineapple Chicken and Rice

Instant Pot Pineapple Chicken and Rice
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Instant Pot Pineapple Chicken and Rice is a delightful, quick meal that combines tender chicken with sweet pineapple and zesty BBQ sauce, all served over fluffy rice. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, bringing a tropical twist to your dinner table that the whole family will love. The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity: using the Instant Pot means everything cooks together in one pot, saving time on cleanup while ensuring each component retains its unique flavor. Enjoy this vibrant dish that’s not only delicious but also customizable with your favorite vegetables.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast
  • 1 can (8 oz) pineapple chunks in juice
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
  • 1 cup white rice
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
  • 1 onion, cut into wedges
  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water

Instructions

  1. Set your Instant Pot to sauté mode. Add oil and diced chicken; season with salt and pepper. Cook until browned (5-7 minutes), then add onion and cook for another minute.
  2. Stir in the pineapple (with juice), BBQ sauce, and diced peppers.
  3. Place a trivet over the chicken mixture, then add rice mixed with water, oil, and salt in an oven-proof dish on top of the trivet.
  4. Secure the lid and set to pressure cook on high for 2 minutes. Allow natural pressure release for 10 minutes before manually releasing any remaining pressure.
  5. Remove the trivet and fluff the rice with a fork. Combine additional BBQ sauce with cornstarch and water; simmer in the pot until thickened (about 1 minute). Serve over rice.

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