Mexican Style Instant Pot Shredded Chicken
Mexican Style Instant Pot Shredded Chicken is a flavorful dish that brings authentic Mexican cuisine to your kitchen in no time. Juicy chicken breasts are infused with zesty spices and cooked in an Instant Pot, making them perfect for tacos, burritos, or served over rice. This recipe is not only quick and easy but also highly versatile, meaning you can enjoy it in a variety of meals. Gather your loved ones and prepare for a delicious feast that will impress everyone with minimal effort!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder
- Juice of 2 limes
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts in the Instant Pot.
- Sprinkle minced garlic, chopped onion, cumin, chili powder, and salt over the chicken. Pour in chicken broth.
- Seal the lid and cook on high pressure for 15 minutes.
- Once done, carefully release pressure. Shred the chicken with two forks in its juices.
- Drizzle lime juice over the shredded chicken and mix well.
- Serve on tortillas or rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup shredded chicken (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: - For added depth of flavor, sear the chicken before cooking on high pressure. - Substitute chicken with turkey or jackfruit for a different twist. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to four days.