Zesty Lemon Garlic Chicken & Rice One-Pot Meal

Ingredients

• •1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cubed
• •1 cup long-grain rice, rinsed
• •1 medium onion, diced
• •4 cloves garlic, minced
• •1 cup chicken broth
• •1/4 cup lemon juice
• •1 tablespoon olive oil
• •1 teaspoon dried oregano
• •1/2 teaspoon salt
• •1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• •1 cup frozen peas
• •Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

1. 1

   Set the instant pot to sauté mode. Add olive oil and diced onion, cooking until translucent, about 2-3 minutes.

2. 2

   Add minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.

3. 3

   Stir in the cubed chicken, salt, pepper, and oregano. Cook until the chicken is lightly browned, about 5 minutes.

4. 4

   Add the rinsed rice, chicken broth, and lemon juice. Mix well to combine all ingredients securely beneath the liquid.

5. 5

   Close the lid and set the instant pot to manual high pressure for 10 minutes.

6. 6

   Once done, allow for a natural release for 5 minutes, then perform a quick release to vent remaining pressure.

7. 7

   Open the lid and stir in the frozen peas. Let sit for 5 minutes before garnishing with fresh parsley and serving.