Instant Pot Chicken With Quinoa Pistachios And Apricots Food

20-MINUTE INSTANT POT MEDITERRANEAN QUINOA BOWL WITH FROZEN SPINACH AND TZATZIKI

Steps:

• Place the quinoa in a fine-mesh strainer and rinse under cold water until the water runs clear. Transfer to a 6- or 8-quart Instant Pot® multi-cooker. Add the chickpeas, garlic, 1 1/2 cups warm water, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and several grinds of pepper, making sure the quinoa is fully submerged. Place the frozen spinach on top (it's fine if the spinach is not completely submerged).
• Follow the manufacturer's guide for locking the lid and preparing to cook. Set to pressure cook on high for 1 minute (see Cook's Note). After the pressure-cook cycle is complete, follow the manufacturer's guide for natural release. After 5 minutes, follow the manufacturer's guide for quick release and wait until the quick-release cycle is complete (this should take an additional 30 seconds). Being careful of any remaining steam, unlock and remove the lid.
• While the quinoa is cooking, stir together the yogurt, shredded cucumbers, lemon juice, dill, mint, olive oil, a good pinch of salt and several grinds of pepper in a medium bowl until combined. Add salt and pepper to taste. Set aside until ready to serve.
• Stir the quinoa mixture until the chickpeas and spinach are evenly distributed throughout. Divide among 4 dinner bowls, top with the grape tomatoes and feta, drizzle with some tzatziki and serve with the lemon wedges.

INSTANT POT® CHICKEN AND QUINOA SOUP

Steps:

• Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®), select Saute function, and add butter. Add onion and garlic to melted butter, stirring until onion begins to soften, 5 to 7 minutes. Add carrots, mushrooms, rice from package, and quinoa. Place frozen chicken on top and add chicken broth, seasoned salt, pepper flakes, parsley, and chili powder. Cancel Saute function.
• Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 8 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
• Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.
• Remove chicken breasts to a plate and use two forks to shred meat. Return shredded chicken to the pot and season soup with salt and pepper.

QUINOA SALAD WITH APRICOTS AND PISTACHIOS

Steps:

• To prepare the salad, combine water, quinoa, and salt in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil; reduce heat, and simmer 15 minutes.
• Drain the quinoa mixture through a sieve over a bowl, reserving 3 tablespoons cooking liquid.
• Combine quinoa mixture, lettuce, and next 8 ingredients (lettuce through black pepper) in a large bowl; set aside.
• To prepare the vinaigrette, combine reserved 3 tablespoons cooking liquid, lime rind, and remaining ingredients in a bowl, stirring well with a whisk.
• Pour vinaigrette over quinoa mixture, and toss well to coat.