Need an easy, flavorful dinner with little effort? This Instant Pot Fajita Chicken and Rice is a meal in one pot that everyone will love.
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword Instant Pot Fajita Chicken
Prep Time 25 minutesminutes
Cook Time 10 minutesminutes
Rest Time 10 minutesminutes
Total Time 45 minutesminutes
Servings 4servings
Author Meg's Everyday Indulgence
Ingredients
1Tbsp.olive oil
1lime, zested and juiced
2Tbsp.fajita seasoning, divided
2tsp.minced garlic
1redbell pepper, deseeded and sliced into thin strips
1greenbell pepper, deseeded and sliced into thin strips
1smallyellow or white onion, cut in half and sliced into thin half moon slices
1 1/2lbs.boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1/2-inch slices
1cupwhite rice
8oz. cantomato sauce
1/2cupwater
Instructions
Whisk together olive oil, lime juice, lime zest, 1 1/2 tablespoon fajita seasoning and garlic in a bowl. Add bell peppers, onions and chicken and stir to coat. Let marinate on the counter for 10 to 15 minutes.
Add rice, tomato sauce, water and remaining 1/2 tablespoon fajita seasoning to the instant pot. Stir to mix. Add marinated chicken and vegetables over the rice. Spread out evenly.
Place lid on instant pot and seal. Set to cook for 8 minutes on high manual mode. Once done, allow to release pressure naturally for 10 minutes then turn valve to release any remaining pressure.