Instant Pot Chicken Burrito Bowls
These one-pot Instant Pot chicken burrito bowls are quick, filling, and family-friendly, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts Thighs work too for more fat and flavor.
- 1 cup brown rice Long-grain; rinse briefly if dusty.
- 1 can black beans Drained and rinsed.
- 1 cup corn Fresh, frozen, or canned, drained.
- 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies 10–14 oz can.
- 1 cup chicken broth Low-sodium if you’ll add extra salt.
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning Store-bought or homemade.
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- to taste Salt and pepper
Toppings (optional)
- Avocado
- Shredded cheese
- Sour cream
- Cilantro
- Lime wedges
Instructions
Preparation
- Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the Instant Pot in a single layer.
- Add the brown rice, drained black beans, corn, and can of diced tomatoes (with their juices) on top of and around the chicken.
- Pour in the chicken broth, then sprinkle the taco seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and a little salt and pepper evenly over the mixture.
- Gently stir once to distribute seasonings without burying the rice too deeply. Smooth the top so liquid covers the rice as much as possible.
- Seal the lid and set the Instant Pot to cook on high pressure for 10 minutes.
- When the cook cycle ends, allow a natural pressure release for 10 minutes, then carefully quick-release any remaining pressure.
Finishing
- Open the lid, remove the chicken breasts to a cutting board, shred them with two forks, then return the shredded chicken to the pot and stir everything together so the rice absorbs any remaining liquid and the flavors meld.
- Spoon into bowls and top with diced avocado, shredded cheese, a dollop of sour cream, fresh cilantro, and a squeeze of lime.
Notes
For best enjoyment, serve in shallow bowls with toppings on top. Add a side of tortilla chips or warm flour tortillas. Store cooked chicken in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days and freeze in containers for up to 3 months. Reheat thoroughly before consuming.