Instant Pot Coconut-Lime Chicken with Pineapple, Jasmine Rice, and Green Beans

Name: Instant Pot Coconut-Lime Chicken with Pineapple, Jasmine Rice, and Green Beans
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 22 min
Total time: 42 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Fusión tropical
Ingredients: 1.5 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs; 1 cup jasmine rice; 13.5 fl oz coconut milk; 1 cup chicken broth; 1 cup fresh pineapple; 6 oz green beans; 1 cup yellow onion; 4 cloves garlic; 1 tbsp fresh ginger; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp lime zest; 2 tbsp lime juice; 1 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tbsp honey; 0.25 cup fresh cilantro; 1 tsp salt; 0.25 tsp black pepper; 0.125 tsp red pepper flakes

An original, balanced Instant Pot meal featuring tender chicken thighs cooked in an aromatic coconut, lime, and ginger sauce, paired with jasmine rice, juicy pineapple, and green beans. It has a gentle tropical profile that is creamy, fresh, and ideal for a complete weeknight meal.

20 minPrep

22 minCook

42 minTotal

4Servings

Dairy-FreeHigh Protein

Ingredients

Adjust servings

700 g boneless skinless chicken thighs (cut en trozos large)
200 g jasmine rice (enjuagado)
400 ml coconut milk (whole, without sugar)
240 ml chicken broth (low sodium if preferred)
180 g fresh pineapple (diced small)
180 g green beans (1.5 inch)
120 g yellow onion (chopped fina)
12 g garlic (chopped)
15 g fresh ginger (grated)
15 ml olive oil
2 g lime zest (of a lima)
30 ml lime juice (freshly squeezed)
15 ml soy sauce
15 ml honey
10 g fresh cilantro (chopped, for terminar)
5 g salt (or to taste)
1 g black pepper (freshly ground)
0.5 g red pepper flakes (optional)

Nutrition facts

per serving

581 kcal

Calories

31 g

Protein

47 g

Carbs

29 g

Fat

3 g

Fiber

44 g

Net carbs

Approximate nutritional information. Estimated from the recipe’s ingredients and amounts, using standard reference nutrition values. It may vary with brands, sizes and cooking method. For guidance only; not a substitute for medical or dietary advice.

Allergens

Soy

Instructions

1
1. Season the chicken thighs on both sides with the salt and black pepper.
2
2. Turn the Instant Pot to Sauté mode. Once the insert is hot, add the olive oil and brown the chicken for 2 to 3 minutes per side, without fully cooking it. Transfer the chicken to a plate.
3
3. Add the onion to the pot and sauté for 2 minutes. Stir in the garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes, and cook for 30 seconds more until fragrant.
4
4. Pour in the chicken broth and scrape the bottom of the pot well to release any browned bits. Add the coconut milk, soy sauce, honey, lime zest, and lime juice, and stir to combine.
5
5. Add the jasmine rice in an even layer without stirring too much. Place the browned chicken and any juices on top. Scatter the pineapple over the surface.
6
6. Lock the lid, set the valve to sealing, and cook on high pressure for 6 minutes. Then allow a natural release for 10 minutes and carefully quick-release the remaining pressure.
7
7. Open the lid and add the green beans. Close again and let the pot rest for 4 minutes using the residual heat so the beans become tender but stay green. If you prefer softer beans, use Sauté for 1 to 2 minutes.
8
8. Gently fold everything together so the sauce blends with the rice without breaking up the chicken too much. Adjust salt if needed.
9
9. Serve hot, finished with chopped fresh cilantro. If you want to hold it warm, use the Warm setting; safe holding temperature should stay above 140°F / 60°C.

Chef tips

For fluffier rice, rinse it until the water runs almost clear. Do not stir the rice after adding it to the pot to help prevent sticking. Fresh pineapple gives a better balance of sweetness and acidity than canned pineapple.

Substitutions

You can use chicken breast instead of thighs, reducing the final resting time if the pieces are small. Basmati rice can replace jasmine rice for a slightly drier texture. Parsley can replace cilantro if you prefer a milder flavor.

What I used to make it

Generic kitchen tools that work for this recipe. You don’t need to buy anything to make it.

Illustrative image
Ninja Professional BL610 Blender
Smoothies, sauces and soups
- Smoothies, sauces and soups
- Easy-to-wash jar
- Check the power and jar size
View on Amazon
Illustrative image
TempPro TP19H Digital Thermometer
Checking doneness of meat and chicken
- Checks doneness of meat and chicken
- Quick reading
- Clean the probe after each use
View on Amazon
Illustrative image
T-fal Ultimate Hard Anodized 12" Non-Stick Pan
Eggs, omelets and stir-fries
- Eggs and omelets that don’t stick
- Comfortable, sturdy handle
- Use wooden or silicone utensils
View on Amazon