Instant Pot Chicken Tacos – 4 Ingredients, Big Flavor!

When taco cravings hit, but time is short, THIS is the recipe you need! Just 4 ingredients, a few minutes of prep, and your Instant Pot does all the work—leaving you with juicy, flavor-packed shredded chicken perfect for stuffing into tacos, burritos, or bowls. Whether it’s a busy weeknight, game day, or meal prep for the week, these tacos deliver maximum flavor with minimum effort. Bonus? They’re super customizable—pile on your favorite toppings and make them your own!

Let’s do this—dinner in under 30 minutes!

Instant Pot Chicken Tacos

Enjoy a quick and flavorful weeknight dinner with this easy Instant Pot chicken taco recipe—just four simple ingredients and minimal prep time!

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Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American, Mexican-inspired / Tex-Mex

Keyword: Instant Pot Chicken Tacos

Prep Time: 2

Cook Time: 12

Time to Reach Pressure: 15

Total Time: 29

Servings:

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (fresh or frozen)
1 ounce taco seasoning (1 packet or 2 tablespoons homemade)
⅓ cup chicken broth
1 cup salsa

For Serving

12 taco shells or small flour/corn tortillas
Assorted toppings (see suggestions below)

Instructions

Place chicken breasts in the Instant Pot and add chicken broth.
Sprinkle taco seasoning evenly over the chicken, then pour salsa on top.
Secure the lid, select the "Poultry" setting, and cook for 12 minutes (fresh chicken) or 15 minutes (frozen chicken).
Once cooking is complete, perform a quick pressure release.
Shred the chicken using two forks and mix it with the sauce in the pot.
Serve in taco shells or tortillas with your favorite toppings.

Notes

If using smaller chicken breasts, reduce cooking time by 2-3 minutes.
Nutrition estimates do not include taco shells or toppings.

Topping Ideas

Diced tomatoes
Shredded lettuce
Sour cream
Extra salsa
Shredded cheese
Avocado or guacamole

Nutrition

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For Instant Pot Chicken

Chicken – Use boneless, skinless chicken breasts, either fresh or frozen.
Taco Seasoning – A 1-ounce packet or 2 tablespoons homemade taco seasoning for bold flavor.
Chicken Broth – Adds moisture and enhances the taste of the chicken.
Salsa – The secret to juicy, flavorful shredded chicken—use your favorite brand or homemade.

For Serving

Taco Shells or Tortillas – Use small flour or corn tortillas, or crispy taco shells.
Toppings (Optional) – Customize with your favorites, such as:
- Diced Tomatoes – For a fresh, juicy bite.
- Shredded Lettuce – Adds a light crunch.
- Sour Cream – A creamy, tangy contrast.
- Extra Salsa – For even more flavor.
- Shredded Cheese – Melts beautifully over the warm chicken.
- Avocado or Guacamole – A creamy, rich addition.