10+ Instant Pot Rice Recipes

A collection of 10+ Instant Pot Rice Recipes - from quick one-pot meals to how to make perfect Basmati and Jasmine rice to rice-based desserts. With step by step instructions and troubleshooting tips

The Instant Pot is perfect for cooking all my favorite rice-based meals. This collection of my recipes range from the most basic rice recipes to the more elaborate ones.

I've shared how you can make how to cook perfect Basmati rice and Jasmine rice in the Instant Pot, and have also shared more feast-worthy meals such as Chicken Biryani (one of my favorite meals of all time!) and the absolutely decadent dessert, Kheer (Indian rice pudding).

There are also quick and easy one-pot meals such as Instant Pot rice and veggies and Instant Pot chicken and rice that come in handy on busy weeknights.

There is a rice dish for every occasion, and for everyone! If you try these recipes, do leave a comment and your feedback. Also, let me know what are your favorite rice-based meals to make in your Instant Pot. I'd love to hear from you!

Instant Pot Basmati Rice

This recipe makes perfect Instant Pot Basmati Rice. Fragrant and long-grained Basmati Rice pairs very well with most sides and mains. This fool-proof recipe will give you Basmati Rice with distinct long grains. Say goodbye to mushy rice!

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Instant Pot Jasmine Rice

Instant Pot Jasmine rice comes out perfectly every time! Learn about the right water-to-rice ratio, tips to make perfect Jasmine rice in your Instant Pot.

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Basil Fried Rice

Basil Fried Rice is a delicious Thai-takeout style fried rice recipe. Easy to customise and made in under 20 minutes!

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Easy Instant Pot Fried Rice

Easy Instant Pot fried rice is a lighter and easier way of making fried rice. The vegetables retain their crunch and texture and the rice and veggies are coated with a flavourful sauce, making this even better than take-out fried rice! Add fried eggs, shrimp or meat as per your preference. 

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Instant Pot Rice and Vegetables

Instant Pot rice and vegetables come together in under 30 minutes, and make for an easy weeknight meal, leaving you with minimal clean-up!

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Instant Pot Chicken Biryani

Chicken Biryani is a delicious, flavorful and immensely satisfying Indian dish made with chicken and rice. Make it in the Instant Pot in under 1 hour.

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Instant Pot Chicken and Rice

This Instant Pot Chicken and Rice dish is a one-pot meal that comes together in 30 minutes, and makes for a delicious meal with less fuss and minimal clean-up for later. Flavored with mixed herbs, garlic and paprika, this dish is also gluten-free and protein-rich.

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Instant Pot Shrimp Biryani

Shrimp or prawn biryani is a delicious biryani made by cooking aromatic basmati rice with prawns or shrimp and spices. This restaurant-quality dish can be made easily in the Instant Pot!

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Instant Pot Horchata

Horchata, a delicious and refreshing drink made in Spain and Latin America, is perfect for a hot summer day. This quick and easy Instant Pot Horchata is inspired by the Mexican rice-based Horchata, and is made in under 30 minutes!

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Instant Pot Kheer

Instant Pot Kheer is a classic Indian rice pudding infused with cardamom and saffron. This is an easy, no-fuss recipe for rich, creamy, and delicious Instant Pot Rice Pudding!

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Appam Recipe

Appams are soft, pillowy crepes made with a fermented rice and coconut batter. Here are two ways in which appams can be made!

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