Instant Pot Chicken Tacos

Instant Pot Chicken Tacos

Shredded chicken for tacos made simple thanks to the Instant Pot. Add your favorite toppings like shredded lettuce, shredded cheese, chopped tomato, chopped onion, cilantro, sour cream, jalapeno, and guacamole.

Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Additional Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
50 mins
Servings:
6

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup picante sauce
  • 1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 (1 ounce) envelope chicken taco seasoning mix (such as McCormick®)

Directions

Step 1
Combine chicken broth, picante sauce, green chiles, and lime juice in a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot). Add chicken and sprinkle taco seasoning mix over the chicken. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 12 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.

Step 2
Release pressure using the quick release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Select the keep warm setting. Transfer chicken to a cutting board and let cool for 10 minutes.

Step 3
Shred chicken and return back to the pot for 3 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

162
Calories
3g
Fat
8g
Carbs
24g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 162
% Daily Value *
Total Fat3g 4%
Saturated Fat1g 4%
Cholesterol65mg 22%
Sodium1003mg 44%
Total Carbohydrate8g 3%
Dietary Fiber1g 3%
Total Sugars3g
Protein24g
Vitamin C14mg 71%
Calcium22mg 2%
Iron1mg 6%
Potassium336mg 7%

*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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