Looking for ways to use your Pampered Chef rice cooker? (also known as Micro-Cooker} It’s one of my favorite tools for rice and many other recipes that I’ll share below. I will provide you with easy instructions of the Pampered Chef rice cooker so you can cook faster and healthier meals.
I’ve compiled the ultimate guide that includes instructions for use, recipes other than rice for which you can use it, instructions for cooking rice, and more. Read on for lots of ideas!
Before we dive in, I want to make sure you know what size micro-kitchen it is. There are three options, a quart, two quarts and three quarts. To clarify, the Plus rice cooker was the three-quarter version. It is now also known as the 3 Quart Micro-Cooker Plus. I will use the phrases “Pampered Chef Rice Cooker” and Pampered Chef 3 Quart Micro-Cooker Plus” to mean the same thing as they continue to cook the same way.
For reference, the previous design, the
rice cooker Plus, looked
like this:
The new design of the 3-quart
Micro-Cooker Plus looks like this:
I love using this product, and so will you! Before I owned it, I actually gave up cooking rice. I either burned it on the stove or boiled it in the microwave and it wasn’t worth the cleaning.
So I started buying rice that was precooked and just needed to be heated in the microwave. More expensive for sure! Then I discovered the Plus rice cooker. I use it all the time and my rice comes out fluffy every time too!
Pampered Chef Rice Cooker Directions:
You can use the rice cooker Plus for more than just rice. You can use it for macaroni and cheese, steamed vegetables, soups, pasta and mashed potatoes, pudding, oatmeal, cakes, and I’ll show you how next.
You can also reheat soups and leftovers, and even cook ground beef in it. And don’t forget your whole grains, like farro, bulgur, and quinoa too. Wild rice, brown rice, jasmine rice, all rice! And it’s also great for college students.
Here are the simple instructions of the Pampered Chef rice cooker for many types of foods:
How is rice cooked at Pampered Chef rice cooker?
Generally, the ratio is 1:2, but follow the instructions on the back of your rice packet for best results.
- One cup of rice
- Two cups of liquid (water, broth, coconut milk)
1. Place the rice and water in the rice cooker Plus. Add seasonings if desired and a tablespoon of olive oil. Attach both caps. 2. Follow the microwave instructions on the rice packet. Generally, microwave high for 5 minutes, then 50% power for 15 minutes. Reducing the power is key here so that it does not burn out.
To make more rice, simply double or triple the water and quantities of rice. This rice cooker can easily make up to 3 cups of rice!
How is quinoa cooked at Pampered Chef rice cooker?
- First, rinse the quinoa in a strainer to clean it. And then use the same ratio I shared earlier with rice cooking. 1 cup quinoa for 2 cups of water or broth. Cover the rice cooker with the two lids.
- Microwave at 100% power for 6 minutes
- Fluff with a fork.
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Can you make rice pudding in the Micro-Cooker Plus?
yes! Simply combine:
3/4
- cup raw long-grain white rice 2-1
- 2 cups water 1/
- 4 teaspoon salt
/
Top and microwave for 15 minutes at 50% power and 10 minutes at high power. Let stand for 5 minutes.
Meanwhile, combine:
1 cup milk 1 cup half and half 1/2
- teaspoon cinnamon
- pkg (3.4 oz) instant vanilla
1
pudding
Beat until smooth
.
Remove the pot from the microwave and add the pudding mixture and 1/2 cup raisins.
What else can you cook in the Micro-Cooker Plus
?
How is ground beef cooked in the Micro-Cooker?
You can cook up to a pound of ground beef in the Micro-Cooker. Simply place the meat inside and place the two lids. Cook for 6-8 minutes and stop halfway and stir/cut the meat to cook evenly.
What types of vegetables can you cook in the
Microkitchen? How do you vaporize them? You can cook many types of vegetables in the
Micro-Cooker. Frozen vegetables such as carrots, green beans, broccoli, cauliflower, peas, corn… Basically all kinds of frozen vegetables.
Simply add a tablespoon of water with the vegetables, add the double lid and cook for 3-4 minutes depending on the volume of vegetables you are cooking. Once you have finished cooking, you can simply pour the small amount of water and serve.
How do you puree potatoes in the Micro-Cooker?
You can add peeled or unpeeled cut potatoes in the Micro-Cooker. Make sure the potato pieces are about the same size to cook them evenly.
Place 1.5 pounds of potatoes and enough water to cover them in the kitchen. Cover and microwave over high heat for 10-12 minutes or until tender. Then carefully remove the lids and drain the water. Add 1/4 cup of milk to the potatoes and mash to the desired level. Add salt and black pepper and any mixture, as desired.
Can you cook sliced potatoes in the Micro-Cooker?
Yes, simply cut evenly and place it in the pot with two tablespoons of water to steam the potatoes. Add the seasonings as desired or a splash of olive oil. Cook for 6-8 minutes on high power or until tender. Drain and serve.
How is oatmeal made in the Micro-Cooker?
If you follow the microwave instructions in the oatmeal container, it will turn out perfectly. Just be sure to use the 3-quart Micro-Cooker Plus to avoid boiling in the microwave.
Can you cook pasta in the Micrococina?
Yes, I do this all the time. Simply add your paste with enough water to cover it for an inch or more. Then microwave for 7-8 minutes depending on your microwave. Drain the water carefully and add your favorite sauce.
Can you make a cake in the Micro-Cooker?
Yes, you can. You can make “Melted Chocolate Lava Cake” and it’s delicious!
Simply stir the following ingredients together in the Micro-Cooker
: A
- 15.25 oz
- cake (from the back
box of chocolate cake mix Plus the ingredients to make the
of the box)Add to the center of the cake dough: 3-4 medium tablespoons of canned chocolate icing (NOT beaten or poured) (about 1/2 container) (do not place near the edges
- from the container – keep it in the center of the cake dough and do not mix, Leave on top of the dough)
Then microwave with the lid out for 8-10 minutes or until a cake tester inserted in the center comes out clean. Feel free to mix and match cake and icing flavors.
How are microkitchens cleaned?
You can wash it by hand or you can put it in the dishwasher. Just be sure to disassemble the lid. If you cook a lot of high-fat items in microcookers, you may see a white residue inside the container. It does not affect cooking performance and is not harmful to you.
Are Pampered Chef microcookers safe?
Yes, they are safe to use in microwaves and are made with BPA-free plastic. They are safe according to FDA guidelines.
You can get the Micro-Cooker Plus by purchasing from my Pampered Chef online store
.
So now you know how to use the Micro-Cooker, the cleaning instructions, my personal review and the answers to your FAQs. I hope this helps you use your Pampered Chef rice cooker/microcooker frequently. It really is a great little tool.
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