Instant Pot Salsa Chicken Stuffed Peppers
Instant Pot Salsa Chicken Stuffed Peppers are a mouthwatering fusion of juicy chicken, zesty salsa, and colorful bell peppers. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests, delivering vibrant flavors with every bite. Easy to prepare and customizable, these stuffed peppers will become a family favorite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium bell peppers (red, yellow, green)
- 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup salsa (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup canned black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt and pepper; place in Instant Pot with salsa. Cook on high pressure for 10 minutes.
- Quick-release pressure, shred chicken with two forks, and mix with black beans, half of the cheese, and cilantro.
- Halve bell peppers lengthwise and remove seeds. Stuff each pepper half with the chicken mixture.
- Place stuffed peppers back into the pot with ½ cup water and steam for 5 minutes.
- Top with remaining cheese and serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: - Customize filling by adding corn, jalapeños, or swapping chicken for tofu or beef. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to four days.