Cajun Chicken & Shrimp Instant-Pot Bowl

Ingredients

• •1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, diced
• •1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
• •1 tablespoon olive oil
• •1 medium onion, diced
• •2 cloves garlic, minced
• •1 bell pepper, diced
• •1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
• •1 cup chicken broth
• •1 cup long-grain rice
• •1 cup frozen peas
• •1/2 cup green onions, sliced
• •Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. 1

   Turn on the Instant Pot and select the 'Sauté' function. Add olive oil, and once hot, add diced chicken thighs. Sauté until browned, about 5 minutes.

2. 2

   Add minced garlic, diced onion, and bell pepper to the Instant Pot, cooking for another 3 minutes until softened.

3. 3

   Stir in Cajun seasoning, ensuring the chicken and vegetables are well-coated. Add the rice and stir until evenly mixed.

4. 4

   Pour in chicken broth. Close the Instant Pot lid and ensure the valve is set to sealing. Select 'Manual' and cook on high pressure for 8 minutes.

5. 5

   Once cooking is complete, carefully quick release the pressure. Stir in the shrimp and frozen peas, close the lid again, and let it sit for an additional 5 minutes to steam.

6. 6

   After 5 minutes, fluff the rice mixture with a fork and season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with sliced green onions before serving.