Whether you’re looking to make a simple side dish or a hearty main course, there are countless rice recipes you can make in the Instant Pot. In this article, we’ve collected all our favorite Instant Pot Rice Recipes to share with you.
The Instant Pot has become a kitchen staple for many home cooks thanks to its ability to simplify the cooking process and reduce the amount of time spent in the kitchen. One ingredient that is particularly well-suited for cooking in the Instant Pot is rice.
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Ratios
One of the most important things to get right when making rice in the Instant Pot is the ratio of water to rice. I have found that 1 cup of rice and 1 cup of water is the perfect ratio for any type of white rice – jasmine, basmati, long grain. Brown, wild, or sticky (glutenous) rice will take a bit more a water and more time to cook.
These ratios can vary depending on where you live. High vs low elevation do change the ratio and the cooking time slightly, so be aware of this. I think it’s always wise to do a rice test the first time you make rice in your Instant Pot. Try 1 cup of water and 1 cup of rice for 4 minutes on high pressure with a 10 minute natural pressure release and see how it comes out. Then you can adjust your perfect recipe based on the results.
Equipment Needed
Instant Pot – I use a 6-quart Instant Pot Plus to make all of my recipes. If you’re using an 8-quart pot, you will need to adjust the amount of liquid accordingly, as it requires more than the 6 quart to build steam.
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Basic Instant Pot Rice Recipes
Instant Pot Coconut Rice
This Instant Pot Coconut Rice is made with Jasmine rice, coconut milk, water, and salt. It's ready in under 20 minutes and you're going to love how easy it is to make.
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Instant Pot Brown Basmati Rice
This Instant Pot Brown Basmati Rice turns out perfectly cooked every time. It's the no-fail rice recipe you've been looking for that turns out fluffy and perfectly tender in just 8 minutes.
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Instant Pot Basmati Rice
With this recipe, you can make perfectly cooked basmati rice to go with any dish.
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Instant Pot Brown Rice
This Instant Pot Brown Rice turns out perfectly cooked every time. It's the no-fail rice recipe you've been looking for that turns out fluffy and perfectly tender in just 8 minutes.
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Instant Pot Sticky Rice
The Instant Pot makes a great rice cooker, making perfect Instant Pot Sticky Rice, with glutinous rice, in just 12 minutes, with no soaking necessary.
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Instant Pot Sushi Rice
This Instant Pot Sushi Rice recipe is basically foolproof. It comes out perfectly cooked every time in just 20 minutes total. Add sushi rice seasoned vinegar and you're ready to start rolling sushi.
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Instant Pot Jasmine Rice
This Instant Pot jasmine rice recipe eliminates the struggle to make perfectly fluffy rice and it only takes about 15 minutes total in the Instant Pot. Make as much or as little as you need.
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Instant Pot Rice Dish Recipes
Instant Pot Mango Sticky Rice
This Instant Pot Mango & Sticky Rice is made with glutinous sweet rice, coconut milk, sugar, and mango and tastes just as good as your local Thai take out. You're going to love how easy it is.
Instant Pot Rice & Beans
Instant Pot Rice & Beans are probably one of the best things you can make in your Instant Pot. It's made with brown rice, canned black beans, a can of crushed tomatoes, and a few simple seasonings.
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Instant Pot Rice Pilaf
Instant Pot Rice Pilaf is a fast and flavorful dish made with rice, vermicelli, onions, peas, and carrots that are cooked to perfection in a tasty seasoned broth.
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Instant Pot Shrimp Fried Rice
Instant Pot Shrimp Fried Rice is a flavorful fried rice dish made with succulent shrimp, crisp vegetables, and fluffy white rice cooked in your Instant Pot for an easy weeknight meal.
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Instant Pot Chicken Fried Rice
Instant Pot Chicken Fried Rice is packed with chicken and veggies, with a satisfyingly tasty sauce that pulls it all together.
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Instant Pot Spanish Rice
This Instant Pot Spanish Rice is a fantastic side dish for both Mexican and Spanish main dishes. The rice, beans, tomatoes, and bell peppers mingle with aromatic spices to form a dish that is a treat for your taste buds.
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Instant Pot Chicken & Rice Soup
Instant Pot Chicken & Rice Soup is a quick soup made with chicken, rice, and vegetables, and seasoned with thyme and rosemary. This is one of the simplest and nutritious soups you can make in your pressure cooker.
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Easy Instant Pot Jambalaya
Instant pot Jambalaya is made with chicken, shrimp, sausages, tomatoes, vegetables, and white rice, to create a flavorful, Creole favorite that's ready in a flash.
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Instant Pot Pork Chops & Rice
Instant Pot Pork Chops & Rice is a flavorful dish made with pork chops, seasonings, and fluffy white rice cooked in your Instant Pot for an easy weeknight meal.
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Instant Pot Pro Plus
Now you can control your pot wirelessly through an app. Cool-touch handles on the pot itself, and an automatic locking pressure release valve for greater safety. This one does it all.
Our Favorite Meals To Serve With Rice
Instant Pot Teriyaki Chicken
This recipe for Instant Pot Teriyaki Chicken, using chicken breasts, garlic, ginger, and a few pantry ingredients, makes for a wonderfully savory weeknight meal.
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Instant Pot Butter Chicken
Instant Pot Butter Chicken – chicken thighs with Garam Malasa, cumin, turmeric and a creamy buttery sauce – is a delicious and easy way to make a classic Indian dish.
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Instant Pot General Tso Chicken
This Instant Pot General Tso Chicken is packed with rich flavors from dark soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey and hoisin sauce.
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Instant Pot Beef and Broccoli
This Instant Pot Beef & Broccoli recipe is done in under 30 minutes and packs all the delicious flavor of your favorite takeout.
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Instant Pot Chicken Curry
This rich and flavorful Instant Pot chicken curry has all the traditional curry spices mixed with coconut milk and tender chicken. It can be made in just thirty minutes and is the perfect easy recipe for chilly nights.
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Instant Pot Bourbon Chicken
Instant Pot Bourbon Chicken is rich and tasty Cajun-inspired dish that combines bourbon with soy sauce and ketchup to make tender pieces of chicken in a sweet and savory sauce.
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Instant Pot Chicken & Broccoli
Instant Pot Chicken & Broccoli is a great dinner when you're looking for an easy, savory, and delicious meal that will come together within an hour.
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Why Use An Instant Pot?
The Instant Pot is one of the most useful kitchen appliances you can buy, because it drastically cuts down on the cooking time for developing flavors in soups and stews, getting tough cuts of meat tender, and even baking a cheesecake. And there are many accessories that will help you get more out of your Instant Pot.
If you don’t have one yet, check out our guide on which one to buy. Also see our guide to How to Use an Instant Pot for more information.
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Angela is a talented home cook and an expert at creating delicious, nutritious meals that can be prepared quickly and easily using an Instant Pot.
