Instant Pot Cheesy Broccoli Rice

This Instant Pot broccoli and cheese rice dish is a delicious side. A quick stint under the broiler before serving makes a crunchy golden topping.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 40 mins
• Total Time: 45 mins
• Calories: 371 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 teaspoon garlic salt
• 1 cup uncooked white rice
• 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
• 1 head broccoli, chopped
• 0.25 cup chopped onion
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1.5 cups chicken broth, divided
• 0.5 cup fat-free half-and-half

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot) and select the Sauté function. Add butter and stir until melted. Add onion and sauté until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Stir in 1 1/4 cups chicken broth and rice; liquid should cover rice. Close and lock the lid. Select Rice setting according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 12 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.

Step 2

Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Stir in chopped broccoli and add remaining 1/4 cup chicken broth if rice looks dry. Close the lid and seal the vent. Select Steam and set the timer for 5 minutes.

Step 3

Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Add half-and-half, garlic salt, Italian seasoning, and pepper; stir in 3/4 cup Cheddar cheese until combined.

Step 4

Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler. Grease an 8-inch square casserole dish.

Step 5

Transfer broccoli mixture to the prepared casserole dish and top with remaining 1/4 cup Cheddar cheese. Broil until cheese is golden brown, about 5 minutes.