25+ Easy Rice Recipes for Dinner

Learn how to make the perfect Jeera Rice or Cumin Rice. A quick and simple rice preparation,mildly flavored with spices, packed with aroma and each grain is separate. Serve it with any Indian curry or meal and you won't be disappointed at all.Vegan. Gluten-Free. Instant pot and stove top options included. Step by Step video instructions.

Trying to cook the perfect Instant Pot Jasmine Rice? Here is our fail-proof recipe to get perfect Jasmine Rice every time. No more burnt rice, undercooked or mushy rice. You are going to love the aroma and texture of this rice. Cooking Rice is also one of the most simple go-to recipes to make while getting used to the Instant Pot.

Tired of uncooked, burnt, mushy brown rice? We were too and we have been experimenting with different time and process to come up with a fail-proof recipe of how to make perfect Instant Pot Brown rice. Read more to know how you could make perfect Brown Rice every time too!

Learn how to perfectly cook the Indian long-grain white and brown Basmati Rice in an Instant Pot. You will love how each cooked grain is separate. Bye bye mushy rice plus no soaking required. Follow the steps below for a fail-proof way to cook super delicious white Basmati Rice & Brown Basmati Rice!

This Instant Pot mujadara recipe is a delicious combination of lentils, rice and caramelized onions. This fragrant vegetarian recipe comes together quickly in your pressure cooker, making it perfect for any night of the week. Best part, the lentils and rice are cooked to perfection, no mushy rice nor lentils. 1 min. Video recipe.

Instant Pot Paneer Biryani / Paneer Pulao - is a brightly flavored rice and paneer cheese dish. This recipe for Instant Pot paneer pulao gives you restaurant quality and taste in your own home for a fraction of the time and cost. Your family will love this hearty vegetarian dish for any meal.

The perfect Chipotle Instant Pot Cilantro Lime Rice Recipe ever. Each grain is separate, fluffy, soft and chewy without being sticky. Refreshing and zesty flavors, that are sure to tantalize your taste buds. Perfect to pair with Mexican or even Asian food. Vegan. Gluten-Free.

WAY BETTER than take-out! This teriyaki fried rice is filled with colorful veggies and makes a delicious one-pot dinner idea! Flavors blend well and are delicious! it’s ready in 20 minutes which makes it family friendly for busy weeknight dinners. I know we can all appreciate that. Don’t worry about pulling out all of those pots and pans. Instead, grab your favorite INSTANT POT  and you are ready to go!

An aromatic rice dish made right in your Instant Pot for quick and delicious results, this flavorful rice and pea dish makes the perfect pairing for almost any curry. The best thing about this easy Pulao recipe is that it can be prepared at home without putting in much efforts and spending too much of time in the kitchen!

Easy Mexican Instant Pot rice and beans makes a delicious and quick vegetarian lunch, dinner, or side dish. Loaded with the bold flavor of salsa and spices, this hearty dish is a delicious addition to taco night. This  Mexican Instant Pot rice and beans recipe also would be the perfect base for a burrito or burrito bowl. aa

Instant Pot Lemon Rice, is bursting with lemony flavors and is incredible versatile and easy to make. Enjoy it as a side or make it you base to serve your favorite proteins. Just 5 ingredients and 6 minutes is all your need to turn your rice into an exotic dish. Stove top to and Rice Cooker recipe available. Vegan and Gluten-Free. 

Fragrant & flavorful, this Vegetable Biryani is perfect to serve as a main course meal or a side dish at get-togethers or potlucks. It’s studded with dry fruits, colorful veggies and super fragrant from aromatic whole spices. This Recipe will be a hit all year around and will have everyone clambering for more.

Vegan Thai basil fried rice is a family favorite recipe that’s perfect for satisfying those takeout cravings. You can serve this easy to make rice recipe any day of the week for a delicious dinner. It’s also perfect to make ahead on a weekend when you are meal prepping so you can send it as a warm lunch all week long.

Instant Pot sushi rice creates the tasty, flavorful rice you find in sushi bowls and rolls right in your pressure cooker! This perfectly cooked short grain rice will complement any sushi recipe or bowl with its slightly sweet and sour flavor that comes from just the right blend of sugar and vinegar. This recipe will make your homemade sushi drool worthy and restaurant quality so you can enjoy your favorite splurge anytime at home.

A  great one-pot recipe with lots of flavors and perfect fluffy rice. A quick, healthy meal you can make ahead! This Instant Pot Mushroom Rice pilaf is a cozy alternative to boring sandwiches for lunch and is delicious even the next day. A dish the whole family will enjoy!

This Instant Pot Kitchari  / Khichdi recipe is a traditional Indian super food made of mung beans and rice. This yummy, healthy food is packed with flavors and nutrients. You can eat kitchari as part of a cleanse or on its own when you want a  healthy, easy to eat meal that can feed the whole family. We love serving kitchari after the big holiday meals or after one of our family members is sick to help reset our digestive systems with a meal that’s easy on the tummy.

Jamaican rice and peas are a tasty dish that will instantly transport your taste buds to the Caribbean. We use the Instant Pot to take all the stress out of making this classic dish. In less than 30 minutes, you can enjoy a filling meal or have a bold, spicy and slightly sweet side dish to serve alongside your favorite entrees. Make this and treat your family to a mealtime vacation!

Our Spicy Nigerian Jollof rice recipe is a spicy, tasty dish that will have your family asking for seconds. Ready in about a half hour thanks to the pressure cooker, this is a delicious addition to just about any night of the week. You can serve it on its own or as a side dish to your favorite dinners.

Easy Spanish Rice is a delicious vegetarian rice recipe. This versatile dish makes a tasty side dish on taco night. It’s also a perfect addition to other Mexican entrees like burritos or burrito bowls. Better yet? You probably already have the ingredients you need for it on hand and ready to go.

Instant Pot fried rice is a pressure cooker version of classic fried rice. This method of making fried rice yields a delicious, easy dish your family will love in a fraction of the time and  it will totally satisfy any craving for Asian cuisine. This easy Fried Rice recipe tastes way better than any Chinese takeout ???.

Easy Instant Pot Spinach Rice is a healthy meal that I love to make for my family for lunch box meals. Full of nutritious ingredients and filling protein, this meal helps my loved ones power through their busy days. Making this spinach rice recipe in an Instant Pot turns it into a quick meal that I can put together even on my busiest days.

This Fluffy yellow rice is an amazingly flavorful way to serve an easy side dish. It compliments most proteins including tofu and dal nicely, which allows you to make a full meal. And since our recipe uses the Instant Pot, you can save time and get the rice ready just about any night you want to serve some rice.

Arroz verde, Mexican green rice, makes a healthy and delicious side or filling for your favorite Mexican dishes. You will definitely want to make this easy dish for your next taco Tuesday. Loaded with fresh flavors from crisp cilantro, zesty hot peppers, and bright lime juice and packed with wholesome spinach, this rice is one everyone is sure to love! 

Our Instant Pot Thai pineapple fried rice recipe brings home this delicious restaurant favorite in an effortless recipe. With its savory blend of veggies, sweet and tart juicy pineapple pieces throughout, and carefully balanced spice blend, this dish will get even your pickiest of eaters to devour their veggies. Your family will beg for this delicious Thai fried rice recipe!

This homemade instant pot vegan burrito bowl version is amazing, its packed with veggies, beans, and salsa. This is about to become your new go-to meal for weeknights, weekends or any other day! All you need to do is arrange the ingredients in the Instant-pot and walk away.

This Instant Pot Yellow Turmeric Rice is full of flavors and makes an elegant side dish for any occasion. Infused with the goodness of Turmeric and Garlic this rice super easy to make in your pressure cooker or Instant Pot. No sticky bottom or mushy rice, each grain is separate. Ready in 6 minutes, this fail proof recipe is a must try. Vegan. Gluten-Free.

Instant pot Mexican Fiesta Rice - If you’re looking for a super quick, simple, and delicious Mexican Rice recipe — you’ve come to the right place.  Simple and easy weeknight dinner for the family. The bonus of this recipe is that it’s a one-pot dish.  That means a whole lot less clean-up is involved :)  An easy versatile vegetarian dish. This fiesta rice is another DUMP and PUSH START Instant Pot recipe.

Coconut Rice with Cilantro - This vegan Coconut Rice recipe with cilantro is a one-pot recipe where you marry flavors of freshly grated coconut, garlic and cilantro. Easy side or relish it as is. Vegan. Gluten-Free. Dairy-Free. Lunchbox Option. Under 30 minutes.

Instant Pot Wild Rice Pilaf, a delicious winter pilaf made with wild rice, cranberries, nuts cooked in herbs, broth and apple juice. A perfect dish infused with so many flavors and textures to go with any meal.  A satisfying rice dish for the winter. Healthy. Vegan. Gluten-Free. 1 minute Video Recipe.