Quick And Easy Instant Pot Brown Rice

Brown rice can be tricky to get right. Make it in your Instant Pot and you’ll have fresh, fluffy rice ready in 20 minutes! Packed with fiber, brown rice is a healthy choice and perfect for layering with your favorite saucy dishes! Caramel chicken, beef and broccoli, and Mongolian beef are a few of my favorites! They’re super easy to make and so delicious!

20-Minute Instant Pot Brown Rice Recipe

I remember the first time I went to make brown rice, thinking it would be ready in 15 minutes like white rice. Boy was I wrong! Traditionally, brown rice takes 40-45 minutes to cook. So if you’re wanting the health benefits of brown rice in half the time, this Instant Pot brown rice recipe is the answer! In 20 minutes, you’ll have steamy, fluffy brown rice ready to accompany your favorite dinners! No more worrying about water to rice ratios or wondering how long you’re supposed to cook your brown rice. This recipe is foolproof! The brown rice turns out perfectly each time I’ve made it. If you’re wanting a quick and easy recipe for white rice, too, I’ve got you covered. You can find it here! I love my Instant Pot, it really does it all! It makes preparing meals a breeze.

Ingredients Needed

Rice and water are all you need here! All measurements can be found in the recipe card at the end of the post. If you’re wanting to make white rice instead, you can find that recipe here.

Brown Rice: I used long grain! You can use short grain, too, it will just give you a slightly different texture.Cooking Liquid: You can use water or low sodium chicken broth for a little added flavor.

How to Make Brown Rice in an Instant Pot

This recipe is great because it takes the guesswork out of making brown rice. It’s so quick and easy, you won’t want it any other way!

In the Refrigerator: Your brown rice will last for up to 4 days in an airtight container.Reheating: If you want to serve your rice warm, pop it in the microwave with a tablespoon of water added, then cook for 15-20 second intervals until warm.

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All nutritional information is based on third party calculations and is only an estimate. Each recipe and nutritional value will vary depending on the brands you use, measuring methods and portion sizes per household.