• • To Use Homemade Salsa-If your homemade salsa is thick and saucy then you can use 1 cup.If you are using thinner salsa, reduce the quantity to ¾ cup.
  • DO NOT mix up the rice before pressure cooking. This will make sure the rice grains are separate and not overly soggy. This way, chicken and veggies get higher pressure.

• • Cheese- Add it to the rice in the instant pot. Close the pot for a few minutes to make the cheese melty and soft. You can leave out the cheese altogether if you want.

• • Double the recipe - Double the ingredients! Make sure there is enough room in the pressure cooker, though! The pressure cooking time will remain the same.

• • Add more fiber to your meal by increasing the number and type of vegetables like carrots, celery, mushrooms, etc. You can also serve the rice with a heap full of lettuce.

• • Spice Level - I have not added chili powder as most storebought salsas will already have chilies in it.Though if you want, you can add more seasonings like smoked chili powder and garlic powder to it.

Serving Burrito Bowls

This dish can serve as a main or as a great side dish.We also like making our own burrito bowls with this rice.Here is what I do, especially when serving my whole family. I add small bowls filled with toppings, and people make their bowls.

• Sour Cream or Greek Yogurt
• Shredded Lettuce
• Diced Avocado
• Onions & Jalapenos
• Cheese
• Lemon Wedges or Lime Juice
• Smoked Paprika

This way, people can choose how they want to make their bowls. Quick Tip : when you need an extra pick me up, serve this with a dollop of guac and sour cream plus some chips. It's so good!!

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