Pressure Cooker Chickenand Rice
The pressure cooker makes it fast and easy, and the Hidden Valley® Ranch Seasoning makes it a resounding “yes!” from the entire family. This easy weeknight chicken and rice recipe combines a comfort food classic with dialed up HVR flavor. It’s a warm and satisfying one-bowl meal that’s ready in minutes.


Ingredients(7)
- 3 tablespoons
olive oil
- 1
onion, diced
- 1½ pounds
boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into1-inch pieces. (can be fresh or frozen)
- 1 seasoning packet or 3 tbsp of shaker seasoning
- 4 cups
chicken broth
- 2 cups
white rice
- ¾ cup
shredded cheddar cheese
For safe meat preparation, reference the USDA website.
Steps(4)
- 1
Set a pressure cooker to sauté on high heat and add the oil and onions. Sauté, stirring occasionally, until onions turn translucent, about 4–5 minutes.
- 2
Add chicken pieces and ranch seasoning mix, and stir to coat. Continue to sauté for about 5 minutes.
- 3
Pour in the broth and rice and stir to combine. Close the lid and cook on manual high pressure for 10 minutes, then quick release the remaining pressure.
- 4
Open the lid and stir in the cheese. Serve the chicken and rice hot.
Multi-Cooker-Friendly Recipe Instructions
- 1
Turn on your multi-cooker and set it to “sauté” mode. When the display reads “hot” add the oil and onions. Sauté, stirring occasionally, until onions turn translucent, about 4–5 minutes.
- 2
Add chicken pieces and ranch seasoning mix and stir to coat. Continue to sauté for about 5 minutes. Pour in the broth and rice and stir to combine.
- 3
Close the lid, leaving it on venting, not sealing. Press the slow cook button. Press the “adjust” button and change the heat setting to “more.” Set time for 4 hours.
- 4
Open the lid and stir in the cheese. Serve the chicken and rice hot.
* Always follow manufacturer’s instructions.
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