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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Servings: 4
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
Calories: 120kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: -1g | Cholesterol: 56mg | Sodium: 730mg | Potassium: 515mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 1mg
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