Comments on: Instant Pot Hawaiian Chicken Bowls

By: Brenda Melendez

Brenda Melendez — Mon, 06 Sep 2021 21:59:25 +0000

In reply to Rizza. You can use brown rice, but since I haven't cooked it with brown rice, I can't tell you how much liquid you need to add or how much cooking time.

By: Rizza

Rizza — Tue, 24 Aug 2021 16:57:25 +0000

Sounds easy! Can I use the same recipe in brown rice?

By: Adel

Adel — Mon, 24 May 2021 15:23:20 +0000

Been loving instant pot meals lately as they are so convenient to make on weeknights! Thanks for this recipe!

By: Corinne Schmitt

Corinne Schmitt — Tue, 21 Apr 2020 01:27:55 +0000

In reply to Colleen. Thanks so much for your feedback Colleen!

By: Colleen

Colleen — Tue, 21 Apr 2020 00:42:34 +0000

Loved this recipe but it is missing something… I can’t put my finger on it…! I did add the All Spice and shredded coconut. I also used crushed pineapple (they didn’t have pineapple chunks). I think this actually made the flavor more consistent. I did also double the ginger and that definitely added some nice light flavor!
Thank you for this! We will definitely be experimenting more with it!!

By: Christie

Christie — Mon, 06 Apr 2020 05:47:46 +0000

Hi! Just tried this and it’s a great recipe except my rice came out very mushy. Would a quick release help fix this? I did a natural release and it took over 20 minutes so I’m assuming a quicker release would cut down on the mushiness?

By: Sandra

Sandra — Wed, 22 Jan 2020 01:19:40 +0000

This recipe came out excellent. I made a few adaptions. I first sauteed 1/2 vidalia onion, red pepper, and 2 andouille sausage links. Added a TBS of minced garlic after onions were translucent. I used chicken broth. A small tin of pineapple chunks which might be 1/2 cup. I seasoned the chicken with garlic powder and black pepper. I used 1.5 cups of Jasmine rice. I added the sausage because I like a little bit of heat with the sweet.

By: Corinne Schmitt

Corinne Schmitt — Fri, 27 Sep 2019 01:50:33 +0000

In reply to Sarah J Kaka. Hi Sarah, thanks for pointing out the discrepancy. It should be tomato paste. Updating the recipe card now to clear up the conflict.

By: Sarah J Kaka

Sarah J Kaka — Tue, 24 Sep 2019 21:01:25 +0000

The step-by-step area of the recipe says tomato paste, but the recipe says tomato sauce–I didn’t see the discrepancy until after I had already purchased the sauce, and started prepping the dish. Which is it, for future reference?

By: Kristin

Kristin — Fri, 18 Jan 2019 03:37:39 +0000

Just made this tonight! First instant pot meal to not have leftovers, even though I doubled the recipe!

To combat the blandness mentioned, cooked the chicken in some teriyaki sauce and salt and pepper, then followed the rest of the recipe as is. So delicious! Will definitely be making this one a LOT.

By: Corinne Schmitt

Corinne Schmitt — Sat, 12 Jan 2019 03:10:10 +0000

In reply to Jennifer Goetz. Thanks so much for sharing your adaptation of the recipe! I'm going to add some of your suggestions to the Notes section of the recipe card for the benefit of other readers. I really appreciate the feedback!

By: Jennifer Goetz

Jennifer Goetz — Sat, 12 Jan 2019 02:15:12 +0000

Made this to delicious results with a few changes: The amount of liquid surprised me so I only used 1 3/4 C broth and it was a perfect consistency. I also noticed the comments calling it ‘bland’ so I added about 1/8 tsp allspice, 1 tsp fish sauce and 1 tsp hot sauce. I also borrowed from another Hawaiian rice recipe I love by adding a half cup of shredded coconut before cooking. Thanks for the recipe!

By: Corinne Schmitt

Corinne Schmitt — Sun, 22 Jul 2018 03:13:52 +0000

In reply to Annette Ellis. Couscous or quick-cooking quinoa would probably be your best bet. You might need to add extra water though (I would add an extra cup).

By: Annette Ellis

Annette Ellis — Sun, 22 Jul 2018 01:02:07 +0000

I cannot eat rice (or pasta), is there a reasonable substitution? Thanks in advance for any help you can be!

By: Corinne Schmitt

Corinne Schmitt — Tue, 10 Jul 2018 12:52:41 +0000

In reply to Don. Thanks for the feedback Don. I'll add your quick release recommendation as a note in the recipe.