Chicken Tacos⚓︎

Based on https://www.lecremedelacrumb.com/instant-pot-shredded-chicken-tacos/ and https://www.thekitchn.com/instant-pot-chicken-tacos-recipe-23153067 and https://www.thereciperebel.com/instant-pot-chicken-breast/

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Ingredients⚓︎

Taco Seasoning⚓︎

or use store bought seasoning

  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 15-ounce can fire roasted tomatoes

Tacos⚓︎

  • Instant Pot
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 2.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken (thighs, breast, etc.)
  • 1/2 cup Salsa
  • Taco Seasoning (above)

Serving⚓︎

  • Corn or flour taco-size tortillas
  • Shredded cheese (Cheddar, Monterrey Jack, or Mix)
  • Shredded lettuce, cabbage, or baby spinach
  • Tomatoes, diced
  • Onions, diced
  • Lime wedges
  • Cilantro
  • Salsa
  • Hot Sauce
  • Sour cream
  • Avocado slices or Guacamole
  • Sliced pickled or fresh jalapeños
  • Thinly sliced radishes

Recipe⚓︎

  • Place 1/2 cup of water in an instant pot. Add the chicken and coat with taco seasoning (store bought or DIY seasoning) and top with the 1/2 cup of salsa
    • Cook for 20-30 min (depending on size) at low heat and high pressure. Quick release and shred (pull apart) with 2 forks
  • Serve on tacos, in a Quesadillas, or in a sandwich

(Optional) Creamy Avocado Sauce Recipe⚓︎

  • Lime, juiced (2 tbsp)
  • Avocado, pitted and peeled
  • 1/3 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt

Place the lime juice in a mini food processor. Add the avocado, sour cream, and salt. Process until smooth. Thin out with more lime juice if desired