Pressure Cooker Cheesy Mexican-Style Lentils and Rice
Pressure Cooker Cheesy Mexican-Style Lentils and Rice brings together tender brown lentils and rice with tomatoes, green chiles, and a velvety melted cheese finish. The spices add cozy warmth while jalapeños offer a gentle kick, making it satisfying as a hearty side, meat-free main, or taco bowl base for weeknights and casual gatherings.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Add the chicken broth, tomatoes, onion, lentils, rice, jalapeños, garlic, taco seasoning, oregano, and cumin to a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as an Instant Pot). Close and lock the lid. Choose high pressure per the manufacturer's directions; set the timer for 8 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for the pressure to build.
- 2
Use the natural-release method as directed by the manufacturer to release the pressure, about 10 minutes. Carefully release any remaining pressure using the quick-release method per the manufacturer’s instructions. Unlock and remove the lid.
- 3
Stir in ½ Mexican cheese blend; sprinkle the remaining ½ cheese on top. Cover the pot; let sit for 4 minutes. Garnish with cilantro.
- Calories 532.25 kcal High
- Protein 26.65 g Good Source
- Carbs 49.36 g Moderate
- Total Fat 25.55 g High
- Saturated Fat 13.15 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 72.66 mg High
- Sodium 1072.23 mg High
- Fiber 5.21 g Moderate
- Sugar 1.86 g Low Source
- Added Sugar 0.24 g Low Source
- Calcium 553.53 mg Good Source
- Iron 2.57 mg Moderate
- Potassium 390.53 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 80.71 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 10.62 mg Moderate
- Vitamin D 0.04 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Pressure Cooker Cheesy Mexican Style Lentils and Rice is a Tex Mex side dish recipe made with 12 ingredients. It takes about 30 mins, serves 6, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Brown Rice, Chicken Broth, Diced Jalapeño Peppers, and Diced Tomatoes. Each serving provides about 532.25 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Pressure Cooker Cheesy Mexican-Style Lentils and Rice?
- It is a Tex-Mex recipe made with 12 ingredients, usually served for side dish or dinner or lunch.
- What is Pressure Cooker Cheesy Mexican-Style Lentils and Rice made of?
- The main ingredients are Brown Rice, Chicken Broth, Diced Jalapeño Peppers, Diced Tomatoes, Fresh Cilantro. The full list of 12 is above.
- How long does it take to make Pressure Cooker Cheesy Mexican-Style Lentils and Rice?
- About 30 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 532.25 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Pressure Cooker Cheesy Mexican-Style Lentils and Rice easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 12 ingredients and 3 steps.
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