Super Quick Multi-Cooker Brown Rice Pilaf

Super Quick Multi-Cooker Brown Rice Pilaf

Fresh onions, garlic and parsley would be delicious if available. Dried fruits or nuts could be added after cooking the rice along with a few vegetables such as cooked carrots or peas.

Don't have an electric multi-cooker? Simply follow the rice package directions for cooking on the stove or in the microwave substituting chicken broth for water. Add seasonings when cooking is complete.

Quick Brown Rice Pilaf
Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups uncooked brown rice
  • 2 ½ cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 Tablespoons minced onion
  • 2 teaspoons dried parsley
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

  1. Wash hands with soap and water. Add brown rice, chicken broth and minced onion to multi-cooker. Set device to 22 minutes of pressure cooking time.
  2. When time is up, open the multi-cooker after a 10-minute natural pressure release. Add spices; salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Stir to combine and serve.
  4. Store leftovers in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to four days.

Nutrition Information:

  • Serving Size (1/2 cup):
  • Calories 123
  • Total Fat 0.8g
  • Sodium 174mg
  • Total Carbohydrates 24g
  • Fiber 2g