Instant Pot Salsa Chicken for Tacos
This Instant Pot Salsa Chicken is an easy, flavorful way to get dinner on the table fast. With just five ingredients and one pot, it makes juicy shredded chicken that’s ideal for tacos, bowls, or burritos — all ready in under 30 minutes.
Equipment
- Instant Pot For pressure cooking
- Tongs To shred and stir the chicken
- Cutting board and knife For prepping toppings
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 cup salsa your favorite kind
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 lime juiced
Instructions
- Place chicken in the Instant Pot. Sprinkle with taco seasoning and minced garlic.
- Pour salsa over the top, covering the chicken completely. Do not stir.
- Seal lid and cook on HIGH pressure for 10 minutes. Let pressure release naturally for 5 minutes, then do a quick release.
- Open lid and shred chicken using tongs or two forks. Stir in fresh lime juice.
- Serve hot in taco shells or tortillas with desired toppings.
Notes
- Double the recipe for meal prep or freezing.
- Use green or red salsa depending on your heat preference.
- Works great as a taco filling, burrito base, or bowl topping.
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