Mexican Instant Pot Shredded Chicken
A flavorful and versatile way to prepare chicken, perfect for tacos, burritos, and more!
Equipment
- Instant Pot
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
- 3 large chicken breasts (about 2 lbs)
- 4 tablespoons fajita seasoning
- 1.5 cups salsa (enough to cover the chicken)
- 0.5 cup water (only if using chunky salsa or newer IP model)
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the Instant Pot by pressing the “Sauté” button and adding vegetable oil. Heat for about a minute.
- Step 2: Pat the chicken breasts dry and sprinkle fajita seasoning evenly over both sides.
- Step 3: Sear the chicken in the hot oil for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden. Remove and set aside.
- Step 4: Pour in the salsa and scrape the bottom of the pot to deglaze. Add water if necessary.
- Step 5: Return the chicken to the pot, secure the lid, and set to “Manual” or “Pressure Cook” for 10 minutes on high pressure.
- Step 6: After cooking, allow pressure to release naturally for 5 minutes, then switch to venting.
- Step 7: Remove the chicken and shred it using forks. Return to the pot and stir into the salsa mixture.
- Step 8: Serve and enjoy in tacos, burritos, or over rice!
Notes
For extra flavor, add a squeeze of fresh lime juice before serving. Consider adding diced jalapeños for spice.