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Instant Pot Chicken Tacos

Instant Pot Chicken Tacos

These Instant Pot chicken tacos are juicy, flavorful, and easy to make in just 30 minutes. Perfect for weeknight dinners or parties!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 3
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican-American
Calories: 1200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs boneless chicken thighs or breasts
  • 1 packet taco seasoning (or 2 tbsp homemade)
  • 1 cup salsa
  • 1/3 cup chicken broth
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 onion, diced (optional)
  • Tortillas and toppings of your choice

Method
 

  1. Place chicken in Instant Pot and sprinkle with taco seasoning.
  2. Add salsa, broth, garlic, and onion (no need to stir).
  3. Close lid, set to Sealing, and cook on high pressure for 12 minutes.
  4. Naturally release for 5 minutes, then quick release.
  5. Shred chicken and stir back into the sauce.
  6. Serve in tortillas with your favorite toppings.

Notes

  • Use frozen chicken by increasing cook time to 15 minutes.
  • Customize with chipotle salsa, beans, or corn for variety.