A rice cooker and food steamer combo is a versatile appliance that can make cooking rice and steaming food quick and easy. But did you know that you can also use this kitchen gadget to prepare a variety of delicious meals? In this article, we’ll share some easy and tasty recipes that you can make with a rice cooker and food steamer.
One-Pot Chicken and Rice
This one-pot chicken and rice dish is a complete meal that is easy to make and perfect for busy weeknights. To make this dish, you’ll need:
1 lb boneless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
1 cup uncooked white rice
1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (14 oz) chicken broth
1 onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp dried oregano
Salt and pepper to taste
To prepare the dish, simply add all the ingredients to the rice cooker, stir to combine, and press the cook button. Once the rice cooker is finished, let it sit for 5 minutes before opening the lid. Fluff the rice with a fork and serve hot.
Steamed Vegetables with Lemon Butter Sauce
Steamed vegetables are a healthy and delicious side dish that you can make in your rice cooker and food steamer. To make this dish, you’ll need:
1 lb mixed vegetables (such as broccoli, cauliflower, and carrots)
1 lemon, juiced
2 tbsp butter
Salt and pepper to taste
To prepare the dish, add the vegetables to the steaming basket of the rice cooker and steam for 8-10 minutes, or until tender. In a small saucepan, melt the butter and add the lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Drizzle the lemon butter sauce over the steamed vegetables and serve hot.
