Instant Pot Chicken Burrito Bowls (Printable Version)

Flavorful Mexican-inspired bowls with tender chicken, rice, and beans all cooked quickly in one pot for an easy weeknight dinner.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Meats

01 - 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.1 lbs), cut into bite-sized pieces

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 medium onion, diced
03 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 cup frozen corn

→ Grains

06 - 1 cup long grain white rice, rinsed

→ Legumes

07 - 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed

→ Liquids

08 - 1 1/4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
09 - 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained

→ Spices & Seasonings

10 - 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
11 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
12 - 1 teaspoon chili powder
13 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
14 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
15 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Toppings

16 - Shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
17 - Sour cream
18 - Sliced avocado
19 - Fresh cilantro
20 - Lime wedges

# Directions:

01 - Set the Instant Pot to Sauté mode. Once hot, add a splash of oil and sauté the onion and bell pepper for 2-3 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds more.
02 - Add the chicken pieces, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir to coat chicken with spices; sauté for 2-3 minutes until lightly browned but not cooked through.
03 - Stir in the rice. Add chicken broth and scrape the bottom of the pot to ensure no bits are stuck.
04 - Add diced tomatoes with green chilies with juices, black beans, and corn. Do not stir to avoid a burn warning.
05 - Close the lid, set the valve to Sealing, and cook on high pressure for 10 minutes.
06 - When timer completes, allow natural pressure release for 5 minutes, then quick release any remaining pressure.
07 - Fluff the mixture with a fork. Serve hot, topped with cheese, sour cream, avocado, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime as desired.

# Top Tips:

01 -
  • Everything cooks in one pot, which means minimal cleanup and maximum flavor development
  • The rice absorbs all those beautiful spices and tomato juices instead of plain water
  • It comes together in about 35 minutes total, making it perfect for busy weeknights
  • You get that burrito shop experience at home for a fraction of the cost
02 -
  • The natural pressure release time is crucial for the rice to finish cooking properly
  • Never stir after adding the tomatoes and beans or you may trigger the burn sensor
  • Rinsing your rice until water runs clear prevents gummy texture every single time
03 -
  • Always deglaze the bottom thoroughly after cooking the chicken to avoid the burn message
  • The leftovers actually taste even better the next day as the flavors continue to develop
  • Double the recipe easily if you have a larger Instant Pot or want meal prep for the week

Return