Instant Pot Salsa Chicken

This salsa chicken Instant Pot recipe makes an easy weeknight meal even easier. Frozen chicken breasts are combined with taco seasoning and salsa for a tasty Mexican-themed meal. You can use the meat for tacos, burrito bowls, or as a topping for baked potatoes. So many possibilities! I used this the first night for chicken quesadillas. The second night I used it as a topping for baked potatoes with shredded cheese, pickled jalapeños, and sour cream.

Prep Time:

5 mins

Cook Time:

25 mins

Additional Time:

20 mins

Total Time:

50 mins

Servings:

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Ingredients

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Original recipe (1X) yields 2 servings

1 pound frozen skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 (1 ounce) packet taco seasoning mix
½ cup salsa
½ cup low-sodium chicken broth

Directions

Place chicken breasts in a multi-functional cooker (such as Instant Pot). Sprinkle all sides with taco seasoning. Pour salsa and chicken broth on top.
Close and lock the lid. Select Poultry setting; set the timer for 15 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 20 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.
Shred chicken and serve as desired.

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Recipe Tips

You can use water in place of chicken broth if desired.

If you use thawed chicken breasts, shorten the cooking time to 8 to 10 minutes.

Both quick-release and natural-release work for this recipe.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

300	Calories
5g	Fat
14g	Carbs
46g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 2
Calories 300
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5g	6%
Saturated Fat 1g	7%
Cholesterol 118mg	39%
Sodium 1546mg	67%
Total Carbohydrate 14g	5%
Dietary Fiber 1g	4%
Total Sugars 5g
Protein 46g	92%
Vitamin C 1mg	1%
Calcium 37mg	3%
Iron 2mg	9%
Potassium 477mg	10%

* 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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