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instant pot cheesy broccoli rice
David Murphy

Instant Pot Cheesy Broccoli Rice

You'll love how easy this Instant Pot Cheesy Broccoli Rice recipe is to make! I love simple & delicious Instant Pot Side Item recipes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Additional Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Instant Pot
Cuisine: Side

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cups long grain white rice
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 12- ounce package frozen broccoli florets
  • 2 cups shredded Monterey jack cheese

Instructions
 

  1. Rinse rice thoroughly until water runs clear.
  2. Add rice to bowl of Instant Pot. Top with chicken broth and milk.
  3. Season with salt, garlic powder, pepper, and paprika.
  4. Add butter and frozen broccoli. Stir to combine.
  5. Place the lid on the Instant Pot and seal the vent. Set to cook on high pressure for 5 minutes.
  6. When the cook time is up, do a natural release for 10 minutes, then manually release the remaining pressure.
  7. Remove the lid from the pot and add the cheese. Stir to combine.

Notes

  • Rinse rice with water to remove excess starch.
  • Make sure you allow your pressure cooker to naturally release pressure for at least 10 minutes.
  • Stir your cheese in while your rice is still hot so that it melts quickly. 

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