Instant Pot Chicken Risotto

Instant Pot Chicken Risotto
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    25 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    40 mins
  • SERVING
    6 People
  • VIEWS
    94

Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this incredibly easy and unbelievably creamy Instant Pot Chicken Risotto. Skip the constant stirring and let your pressure cooker work its magic – tender chicken and perfectly cooked Arborio rice come together in a symphony of flavor.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    65 g
  • Cholesterol
    69 mg
  • Fiber
    2 g
  • Protein
    21 g
  • Saturated Fat
    8 g
  • Sodium
    924 mg
  • Sugar
    1 g
  • Fat
    18 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as an Instant Pot), and select Saute function on normal setting according to manufacturer's instructions.

02

Step

Mix oregano, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Season chicken with spice blend.

03

Step

Heat 1 tablespoon butter and olive oil in the pressure cooker until butter is melted. Quickly brown chicken on all sides, about 3 minutes. Remove chicken. Add onion and cook until translucent, about 2 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Remove onion and garlic from the pot.

04

Step

Melt a second tablespoon of butter in the pot, add rice, and stir constantly until fully coated and toasted, about 3 minutes. Pour in wine and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom with a wooden spoon. Cook until wine is absorbed and alcohol cooks off, about 2 minutes. Add chicken stock, chicken, and onion mixture to the pot; mix until well combined. Turn off Saute function.

05

Step

Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions, and set timer for 5 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.

06

Step

Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Stir Parmesan cheese and remaining tablespoon of butter into the risotto. Season with salt and pepper, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve.

For an even richer flavor, use homemade chicken stock.
If you don't have white wine, you can substitute with an equal amount of chicken stock and a tablespoon of lemon juice.
Be sure to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot after adding the wine – this adds depth of flavor to the risotto.
Garnish with additional Parmesan cheese and a drizzle of olive oil for a restaurant-worthy presentation.

Connie Bahringer

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.7/ 5 ( 31 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (8)
  • Rosario Macgyver

    I was skeptical about making risotto in an Instant Pot, but this recipe proved me wrong. Delicious!

  • Dawson Roberts

    I made this for a dinner party and everyone raved about it. Highly recommend!

  • Kayla Friesen

    Quick, easy, and delicious! What more could you ask for?

  • Alisa Schmidt

    The instructions were clear and easy to follow. Thank you for sharing this recipe!

  • Horacio Hackett

    I added a squeeze of lemon juice at the end and it brightened up the flavors beautifully!

  • Jeanette Rippin

    This is now my go-to risotto recipe. So much easier than the traditional method.

  • Jarrod Huel

    My family loved this! I added some mushrooms and it was a huge hit.

  • Obie Fay

    This recipe is a game-changer! So easy and the risotto is perfectly creamy.

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