Easy Pressure Cooker Green Chili With Chicken
Easy Pressure Cooker Green Chili With Chicken is a vibrant and comforting dish perfect for chilly evenings or casual gatherings. This recipe combines tender chicken breasts with fresh green chilies, aromatic spices, and a rich broth, creating a flavor-packed meal that’s easy to prepare. In just under an hour, you can enjoy this delicious chili served over rice or in tacos, making it a versatile addition to any dinner table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 medium green chilies, chopped
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Chop the onion, mince the garlic, and chop the green chilies.
- Set the pressure cooker to 'sauté,' add 2 tbsp oil, onions, and garlic. Cook until translucent (3-5 minutes).
- Add chicken breasts seasoned with cumin, salt, and pepper; sauté for about 5 minutes per side until golden.
- Stir in green chilies and chicken broth; mix well.
- Seal the pressure cooker and cook on high for 10 minutes.
- Release steam and serve hot garnished with cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: For extra protein, add black beans or corn. Adjust spiciness by including jalapeños or additional spices. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days.