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Instant Pot Chicken Risotto

Instant Pot Chicken Risotto

Try this Easy Recipe for Chicken Risotto made right in your Instant Pot!

Course Family Dinner
Cuisine American
About Instant Pot Chicken Risotto
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Servings 5
Calories 429 kcal
Author DinnerPlanner

Ingredients

  • 1 lbs. boneless skinless chicken breasts , cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil divided
  • 1/4 cup butter divided
  • salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 small onion chopped fine
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 cup Arborio rice
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine
  • 1 3/4 cup chicken broth
  • 1 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • 3 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon zest preferably organic
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • salt and black pepper to taste
  • To serve: Additional freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Select the “Sauté’ function and adjust the setting to high. Add one tablespoon olive oil to the unit. Once hot, add the chicken and generously season with salt and black pepper. Sauté, stirring frequently, until the chicken is browned on all sides, approximately 3-4 minutes.
  2. Transfer the chicken to a plate and add the remaining olive oil and two tablespoons butter to the unit. Add the chopped onion and sprinkle with the garlic powder and dried thyme. Season with salt and black pepper, to taste, and stir to combine.
  3. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is soft and begins to develop some color, approximately 4-5 minutes.
  4. Add the Arborio rice and “toast” for 1-2 minutes by stirring continually in the hot butter and oil. Add the white wine and deglaze the container by gently scraping with a spatula to remove any browned bits from the bottom.
  5. When the liquid is reduced by one half, turn the unit off by pressing the “Cancel” button. Return the chicken and any juices from the plate to the container and pour the chicken broth on top.
  6. Cover and lock the lid into place. Set the pressure release valve to “Sealing” and then select the “Manual” button on the high setting. Set the cook time to 6 minutes.
  7. When cook time is complete, do an immediate quick release of the pressure. Once the pin drops and there is no more steam coming out, carefully remove the lid. Stir in the Parmesan cheese, fresh parsley, lemon zest, and fresh lemon juice. Season with additional salt and black pepper, if desired, and stir to combine.
  8. Cover and let sit for 4-5 minutes to allow any excess liquid to be absorbed. Remove the lid and give the risotto a quick stir before transferring to individual serving bowls. Serve immediately with additional grated Parmesan cheese on the side. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Instant Pot Chicken Risotto
Amount Per Serving
Calories 429 Calories from Fat 225
% Daily Value*
Fat 25g38%
Saturated Fat 12g75%
Cholesterol 103mg34%
Sodium 972mg42%
Potassium 517mg15%
Carbohydrates 36g12%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 1g1%
Protein 33g66%
Vitamin A 747IU15%
Vitamin C 13mg16%
Calcium 380mg38%
Iron 3mg17%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.