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Two soft instant pot chicken tacos filled with shredded chicken, fresh cilantro, and a creamy white sauce are served on a white plate, with fresh cilantro leaves visible in the background.
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Instant Pot Chicken Tacos

This super easy Instant Pot Chicken Tacos meal is just right for busy families wanting both yummy and fast — delicious, tender shredded chicken in just 30 minutes! It's the perfect weeknight dinner with homemade taco seasoning and your favorite toppings and may become a family favorite.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Natural Release Time10 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4
Author: Melissa Griffiths

Ingredients

  • 2 ½ - 3 pounds chicken breasts
  • 1 cup salsa
  • 1 cup chicken broth

Taco Seasoning — or use 1 packet of store-bought taco seasoning

Instructions

  • Add all of the ingredients to your Instant Pot. Stir until the seasonings are dissolved.
  • Pressure cook on high for 15 minutes. Let sit for 10 minutes for a natural release, and then finish with a quick pressure release.
  • Shred the chicken with two large forks. Serve your chicken on corn of flour tortillas piled high with your favorite taco toppings.

Notes

Recipe Variations & Substitutions:
  • Feel free to use your favorite kind of store-bought taco seasoning or a simple blend of Mexican spices for this recipe.
  • If you don’t have any chicken broth then you can just use water. The chicken broth just helps bolster the flavor of the shredded chicken by complimenting the taco seasoning.
Shredding Tip: Your chicken should be tender enough to shred very easily with two forks. You can also place the chicken in a bowl and use an electric hand mixer to quickly shred it or place it in the bowl of a stand mixer.
Save the Cooking Liquid: Don't discard the flavorful cooking liquid! Use it to moisten the shredded chicken if needed, or save it as a base for soup or rice. It's packed with delicious chicken and spice flavors that shouldn't go to waste.
Serving Suggestions: This TexMex flavored chicken is so versatile! It's perfect on nachos, quesadillas, and salads, or even just mixed into a bowl of rice and beans.
Storing & Reheating Leftovers:
  • Store the cooked shredded chicken in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • Reheat in the microwave for about 45-60 seconds.
  • Or freeze for up to 3 months.

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