Instant Pot Chicken Taco Soup

Instant Pot Chicken Taco Soup

This recipe has no cream in it, but when blended, it takes on a creamy taste! The blending step is optional, but I believe it gives a better presentation!

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
40 mins
Additional Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 5 mins
Servings:
5

Ingredients

  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1 (4 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breast
  • ½ cup uncooked white rice
  • 1 (10 ounce) can roasted tomatoes with green chiles (such as Ro-Tel®)
  • ½ cup corn
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • ½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Directions

Step 1
Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot) and select Saute function. Add onion and butter to the hot pot. Cook and stir until fragrant and onion has softened, about 3 minutes, adding garlic during the last 30 seconds. Remove onion mixture to a small bowl. Hit Cancel. Add chicken broth, chicken breast, and rice.

Step 2
Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 10 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.

Step 3
Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Remove chicken breast, and shred.

Step 4
Add tomatoes and corn to the pot, along with shredded chicken. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 3 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.

Step 5
Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Stir in reserved onion mixture, taco seasoning, cumin, salt, and pepper. Add Cheddar cheese and stir until melted.

Tips

If desired, ladle soup into a blender and blend on high until mixture is creamy.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

231
Calories
10g
Fat
25g
Carbs
11g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 5
Calories 231
% Daily Value *
Total Fat10g 12%
Saturated Fat6g 28%
Cholesterol41mg 14%
Sodium1335mg 58%
Total Carbohydrate25g 9%
Dietary Fiber2g 5%
Total Sugars3g
Protein11g
Vitamin C6mg 29%
Calcium108mg 8%
Iron1mg 8%
Potassium201mg 4%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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