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Chicken Rice Soup Instant Pot

Chicken Rice Soup Instant Pot

This Chicken Rice Soup made in the Instant Pot is the ultimate cozy comfort food. With juicy chicken, tender rice, and hearty vegetables simmered in a flavorful broth, it comes together fast without sacrificing depth. It's a nourishing bowl of warmth perfect for cold nights, busy days, or make-ahead lunches.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dinner, Lunch, Soup
Cuisine American
Servings 6 bowls
Calories 310 kcal

Equipment

  • Instant Pot
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 2 boneless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice uncooked
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion diced
  • 2 carrots sliced
  • 2 celery stalks chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 0.5 tsp dried parsley
  • salt and black pepper to taste
  • 0.5 lemon juiced

Optional Garnishes

  • fresh parsley or dill for garnish
  • Greek yogurt or splash of cream optional, for extra creaminess

Instructions
 

  • Set the Instant Pot to Sauté. Add olive oil, then stir in onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for about 3 minutes until softened.
  • Add garlic, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper. Stir and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Place chicken breasts in the pot and let them lightly sear on the bottom for more flavor.
  • Add rice and pour in the chicken broth. Stir gently to make sure rice is submerged.
  • Seal the Instant Pot. Set to High Pressure for 10 minutes. Allow natural release for 10 minutes after cooking finishes.
  • Open lid, remove chicken breasts, and shred with forks. Return shredded chicken to the soup.
  • Stir in lemon juice. For a creamy version, add a dollop of Greek yogurt or splash of cream. Garnish with fresh herbs and serve warm.

Notes

This soup thickens as it cools — just add broth to loosen it up when reheating. Great for lunches and meal prep. To make it even faster, use pre-cooked or rotisserie chicken and adjust cook time slightly.

Nutrition

Calories: 310kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 27gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 480mgPotassium: 560mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 4500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1.8mg
Keyword comfort food, easy, Healthy, instant pot
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