Grab that Instant Pot and whip up a batch of my Instant Pot Stick Butter Rice to pair with your dinner this week. Using your Instant Pot to make the rice allows you to have a no-fuss dish. Dump, set, and forget is the motto I love when it comes to our Instant Pot. Foolproof and low-maintenance!

Instant Pot Stick of Butter Rice

This recipe is savory, flavorful, and addictive down to the last bite.  My son claims this is the best rice dish he has eaten, and I have to say I agree.

I bet you love cooking with your Instant Pot as much as we do in our home! I prefer making rice in the Instant Pot because every single time I end up with light, fluffy, perfect rice.

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My version of Stick of Butter Rice in the Instant Pot has a twist. You all know how crazy we are about the Traeger pellet grill. I head outdoors and make some caramelized onions to add a whole new element to things.

If you don’t have a Traeger, feel free to do this on the stovetop! Wood-fired caramelization does add a smokey flavor to the rice that our family goes crazy for, but this would be amazing with just regular caramelized onions too.

Since there is an entire stick of butter in this rice dish, I think it is safe to say it isn’t the healthiest, but it sure is good. Add a side of steamed veggies and grilled meat, and you have a dinner that is well balanced AND delicious.

Pressure Cooker Butter Rice 

If you have never heard or tried butter rice, you are really missing out. Butter rice is a classic Southern dish that is alllll savory.

Just like the name, you use a stick of butter to create this bold rice that is great for serving with steak, chicken, or pork. I use a beefy onion soup mix and beef broth along with wine to add layers of flavors that come together to create hearty rice.

This recipe using the electric pressure cooker takes all of the guesswork out of your usual rice dishes, and makes it a dump-and-go recipe anyone can make, and everyone will enjoy.

How Much Liquid Do You Put In Instant Pot To Cook Rice 

How much liquid you need depends on what type of rice you are using. Wild Rice and Brown Rice both need substantially more liquid and more cook time than their lighter relatives.

Basmati rice needs a right amount of liquid! I use broth and white wine as my liquid in this recipe along with the butter to help allow the rice to soak up all the bold flavors. I find using broth in any method always gives you a rich more flavorful rice at the end of cooking.

For Jasmine and Basmati rice, the recommended ratio of water to rice is 1:1 in the Instant Pot. If you don’t like cooking with wine, you can substitute more broth in place of it. Just make sure the overall liquid stays at a 1:1 ratio.

Don’t Be Scared of the Butter 

Yes, there is a lot of butter, but every drop is worth it. You need to use BUTTER and not margarine for this dish. Don’t do it. The rice will soak up the butter and become rich and flavorful, not greasy.

If you have ever sauteed veggies in butter, you know they soak up all the goodness and those basic vegetables become the star of your meal. That is kinds of rice what this stick butter does. Steals the show!

Which Rice To Use For Stick of Butter Rice? 

You can find tons of versions online that use a variety of rice. Instant rice, brown rice, white, and of course basmati. Now, you are welcome to use other rice varieties, but for this recipe, basmati or jasmine rice works best.

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Different types of rice require a different ratio of liquid, so if you use anything other than basmati or jasmine you’ll want to look into that and adjust accordingly.

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