Instant Pot Chicken And Rice Soup Recipe: An Easy and Hearty Meal

Ingredients

• 12 oz skinless boneless chicken thighs (cut into bite-sized pieces)
• 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice (like jasmine)
• 6 cups unsalted chicken broth
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 12 oz carrots (about 5-6 medium, diced)
• 8 oz onions (about 2 medium, finely chopped)
• 4 oz celery (about 1 large stalk, chopped)
• 1 1/2 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp ground black pepper (divided)
• 1/2 tsp salt (divided)
• 1 tsp thyme (fresh)
• 1 tsp garlic (about 1 clove, minced)
• 1 tsp parsley (finely chopped)