The "Oops! I Forgot to Thaw the Chicken" Dinner

The "Oops! I Forgot to Thaw the Chicken" Dinner
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    25 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    50 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    39

Transform frozen chicken breasts into a succulent, flavorful dinner with fluffy basmati rice and tender vegetables, all in your Instant Pot. Perfect for those busy weeknights when you've forgotten to thaw the chicken!

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    38 g
  • Cholesterol
    67 mg
  • Fiber
    3 g
  • Protein
    29 g
  • Saturated Fat
    2 g
  • Sodium
    967 mg
  • Sugar
    4 g
  • Fat
    8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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01 Step

Recipe View Pour rinsed rice into the bottom of a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot). Stir in broth, olive oil, and salt. Add carrots, shallot, and garlic. Place frozen chicken breasts on top, about 2 inches apart. Sprinkle lemon pepper seasoning over everything. (5 minutes)

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02 Step

Recipe View Close and lock the lid. Select Poultry function, or high pressure, according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 12 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build. (12-27 minutes)

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03 Step

Recipe View Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions for 5 minutes. Release any remaining pressure carefully using the quick-release method. Unlock and remove the lid. Check the temperature of the chicken breasts at the thickest section; an instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). (5-10 minutes)

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04 Step

Recipe View Remove the chicken breasts and fluff the rice with a fork. Place the rice and vegetables on a plate. Top with chicken breasts and sprinkle with cilantro before serving. (5 minutes)

For extra flavor, try adding a bay leaf or a sprig of thyme to the pot before cooking.
Feel free to substitute other vegetables, such as broccoli florets, bell peppers, or zucchini.
If you don't have lemon pepper seasoning, you can use a combination of black pepper, lemon zest, and a pinch of garlic powder.
Ensure chicken reaches a safe internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Nya Johnson

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.8/ 5 ( 13 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Brennon Howe

    I added some mushrooms and it was even better. Thanks for the great recipe!

  • Gage Abshire

    This recipe saved my dinner! I was so relieved to find a way to cook chicken straight from the freezer.

  • Adrianna Luettgen

    Easy to follow and delicious. My family loved it!

  • Hermina Stracke

    The rice was perfectly cooked and the chicken was surprisingly juicy. Will definitely make again!

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