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Instant Pot Salsa ChickenInstant Pot Salsa Chicken

Easy shredded Mexican-style chicken made with frozen chicken breasts, taco seasoning, and salsa in the Instant Pot. Perfect for tacos, bowls, and meal prep.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Dinner, Filling, Lunch, Main Course, Meal Prep
Cuisine: American, Mexican, Tex-Mex
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound frozen boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 packet 1 oz taco seasoning
  • 1/2 cup salsa
  • 1/2 cup low sodium chicken broth

Method
 

  1. Place frozen chicken breasts into the Instant Pot.
  2. Sprinkle taco seasoning evenly over the chicken.
  3. Pour salsa and chicken broth on top without stirring.
  4. Close lid and set valve to sealing.
  5. Cook on High Pressure (Poultry) for 15 minutes.
  6. Allow natural pressure release for 20 minutes.
  7. Open lid and shred chicken with two forks.
  8. Mix shredded chicken with sauce and serve.

Notes

  • Use fresh chicken and cook only 8–10 minutes.
  • Water can replace chicken broth if needed.
  • Add cream cheese after cooking for creamy version.
  • Great for tacos, burrito bowls, and baked potatoes.