18 Flavorful Instant Pot Rice Recipes

Rice is a simple staple, but these 18 Instant Pot recipes take it to a whole new level. From savory mains to vibrant side dishes, each recipe is packed with flavor and comes together with minimal effort. Whether you’re cooking for a weeknight dinner or meal prepping for the week, these rice dishes are versatile, satisfying, and sure to become kitchen favorites.

Basmati Rice

This Instant Pot 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. Get the recipe

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 18 minutes. Get the recipe

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. Get the recipe

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. Get the recipe

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. Get the recipe

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. Get the recipe

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. Get the recipe

Wild Rice Blend

This is a simple, no-fail recipe for making an Instant Pot Wild Rice Blend that is tender and flavorful, with a nutty, earthy flavor that you’ll go back to again and again. Get the recipe

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. Get the recipe

Risotto

Instant Pot Risotto is a creamy dish with fresh spinach, sweet peas, and a touch of Parmesan cheese that captures the essence of traditional risotto with a fraction of the effort. Get the recipe

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. Get the recipe

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. Get the recipe

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. Get the recipe

Chicken Fried Rice

Instant Pot Chicken Fried Rice is packed with chicken and veggies, with a satisfyingly tasty sauce that pulls it all together. It’s as good as any take out fried rice you’ve ever had. Get the recipe

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. Get the recipe

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. Get the recipe

Easy 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. Get the recipe

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. Get the recipe