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Instant Pot Salsa Rice

Instant Pot Salsa Rice is the perfect meal or side dish to your favorite Mexican inspired dinner! Filled with fresh vegetables and only 4 minutes in the Instant Pot and this rice is ready to eat!

Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Total Time 19 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 247 kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 green pepper, seeded and chopped
  • 2 medium tomatoes, chopped
  • 2 cups vegetable or chicken stock
  • 1 teaspoon garlic poder
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon adobe chili powder, if you don't have this, you can use regular chili powder or omit
  • ½ fresh jalapeno, seeded and diced
  • ⅓ cup salsa, whatever type you prefer
  • 2 cups uncooked long grain rice

Optional garnishes for serving

  • colby jack cheese shredded
  • avocado slices
  • cilantro
  • limes
  • greek yogurt or sour cream
  • small flour tortillas

Instructions

  1. Using at least a 6qt. instant pot, add all ingredients (not garnishes) to pot. Lightly stir to combine.

  2. Place the top on the instant pot and seal the pressure valve. Cook on manual for 4 minutes. Allow natural release (do not flip the valve) for 10 minutes. Release any remaining pressure. 

  3. Stir rice mixture, then serve in bowls. Garnish with whatever you desire and enjoy!

Recipe Video

Recipe Notes

  • Want to add chicken to this Salsa Rice? Add the chicken breasts to the Instant pot and change the cook time to 7 minutes. 
  • Nutrition: 247 calories, 1g fat, 54g carbohydrates, 2g fiber, 6g protein (does not include any garnishes)
  • First published May 2018. Updated April 2021.