Description
This Instant Pot Chicken Risotto is a quick and creamy one-pot meal featuring tender seasoned chicken, sautéed mushrooms and onions, arborio rice cooked to perfection in flavorful chicken broth, and finished with parmesan cheese and fresh chives. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s an effortless comfort dish ideal for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Seasonings
- 1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
- 3 tsp rosemary
- 2 tsp paprika
- 2 tsp oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Vegetables and Garnish
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 7 oz. sliced mushrooms
- Chopped chives, for garnish
Other Ingredients
- 3 Tbsp olive oil
- 2 cups risotto rice (arborio rice)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 3/4 cup parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Saute Vegetables: Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode and add 2 tablespoons of olive oil. When hot, add the diced onion and sliced mushrooms. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes until they become softened and fragrant. Transfer them to a plate and set aside.
- Season the Chicken: In a bowl, combine the cubed chicken breasts with rosemary, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly so each piece is evenly coated with the spices.
- Sear the Chicken: Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the Instant Pot on sauté mode. Add the seasoned chicken and sear, allowing it to brown on all sides, about 2 to 3 minutes total. Then, turn off the sauté function.
- Assemble the Risotto: Return the sautéed onions and mushrooms to the Instant Pot. Add the risotto rice and pour in the chicken broth. Stir well to ensure the rice is evenly submerged in the broth.
- Pressure Cook: Secure the Instant Pot lid and set the valve to sealing. Select the manual or pressure cook mode and cook on high pressure for 3 minutes. When the cooking cycle completes, allow the pressure to naturally release for 7 minutes before carefully turning the valve to venting to release any remaining pressure.
- Finish and Serve: Remove the lid and stir in the parmesan cheese until it melts into a creamy consistency. Spoon the risotto into serving bowls and garnish with chopped chives before serving hot.
Notes
- Use arborio rice specifically for risotto to achieve the creamy texture.
- Do not stir during pressure cooking as it can cause the burn notice on the Instant Pot.
- Letting the pressure release naturally improves the texture of the risotto.
- Feel free to substitute mushrooms with your favorite variety or omit for a mushroom-free dish.
- You can add a splash of white wine before pressure cooking for enhanced flavor, but it is optional.
