This is a quick and easy recipe for Instant Pot Salsa Chicken that will spice up your dinner. This dish has the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors to make it both delicious and refreshing!
It’s an excellent choice for summertime get-togethers with friends or family because not only does it taste great but it also can be made in advance. All you need are two ingredients and your trusty Instant Pot or Ninja Foodi!
This is great and is so good because of its simplicity – just cook everything in the pot on high pressure for 10 minutes then let it release naturally before opening the lid! Make sure to add your favorite toppings!
This is my take on Mexican Shredded Chicken and It could not be any easier, and it’s the base for a lot of different recipes! From Quesadillas, Taco Bowls, Enchiladas, Tacos, and even for a Taco Salad! It’s the perfect and quick start!
INSTANT POT SALSA CHICKEN
With just a few simple ingredients, this Instant Pot Salsa Chicken can be prepped in less than 10 minutes.
This delicious recipe only requires the following: boneless skinless chicken breasts, your favorite jar of salsa (or homemade), then add all of the ingredients into the Instant Pot Bowl! Pretty soon you will have an amazing and delicious dish!
This is so good! If you love Mexican Shredded Chicken at the restaurant, you will love it! and this recipe freezes amazingly! For a great Instant Pot Or Ninja Foodi Freezer Meal!
Ingrdients Needed For Instant Pot Salsa Chicken
- Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breast
- Salsa
How To Make Instant Pot Salsa Chicken
Start by spreading out the salsa (about 1/2 cup on the bottom of the Instant Pot Bowl) Then add your chicken breast on top of the salsa. Spread the rest of the salsa on top.
Add the lid, making sure the vent is in the sealed position, and set manual high pressure for 10 minutes. When the time is up, let the timer go to L10, and then quickly release the rest of the pressure.
Using tongs, move your chicken into a small bowl, and then shred the chicken, either by using two forks, or tongs.
Pro Tips:
- This recipe will work in any Pressure Cooker, including the Instant Pot, Ninja Foodi, or any other model. The recipe and cooking time will remain the same,
- For best results use boneless, skinless chicken breast, but you can use boneless, skinless chicken thighs, for a meatier dish.
- You can use either homemade or prepared salsa for this recipe.
WHAT KIND OF SALSA IS BEST FOR SALSA CHICKEN?
One of the best pieces of advice I can give you in making Instant Pot Salsa Chicken would be to use your favorite salsa. Since it’s going to be the primary ingredient that you taste.
I would recommend that you do not use chunky salsa, since you need the liquid in the salsa, to bring your Instant Pot to pressure. One of my favorite salsas for this recipe is Tostitos Salsa, which is found in almost every American Grocery store! It’s full of flavor!
SHOULD I USE FROZEN OR THAWED CHICKEN BREASTS FOR SALSA CHICKEN?
This is a question that I am often asked! Frozen or thawed chicken breasts for salsa chicken? This is an easy answer, you can use either!
I often make this recipe for Instant Pot Salsa Chicken, when I forgot to take out the chicken, and need something quick for dinner! And in case, you were wondering, the cooking time will remain the same! So, the next time you forget to take something out for dinner, try this recipe, with your frozen chicken breasts!
DOES SALSA CHICKEN FREEZE WELL?
What can be better than a quick and easy meal that you can pull out of the freezer at any time? This recipe for Instant Pot Salsa Chicken is perfect for freezing. It’s so simple and flavorful – it will soon be one of your go-to recipes!
I often double the recipe and freeze one portion. To freeze, let it cool to room temperature and then palace the salsa chicken into a freezer bag. Thaw the frozen Instant Pot Salsa Chicken overnight in the refrigerator!
IS THERE AN EASY WAY TO SHRED THE CHICKEN?
What if I told you there was an easy way to shred the chicken? You wouldn’t believe me, would you? Well, there is! Try using a food processor or blender. It’s so much easier than having to pull out your knives and cutting board. Plus it takes up less space in your kitchen cabinets. The end result will be perfect for all of your favorite dishes that call for a shredded chicken like enchiladas, tacos, sandwiches, salads, etc.
DO I HAVE TO USE CHICKEN BREAST?
No, this recipe will work with boneless, skinless chicken thighs as well. So, the next time you see a sale on chicken thighs, pick up a package, you will not be disappointed!
CAN I USE ANY SALSA?
Yes, you can use any salsa, whether mild, spicy, or hot. This recipe will also work with a KETO, low-carb friendly, or Gluten-Free Salsa! This way everyone can enjoy this wonderful and easy dinner or lunch!
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Instant Pot Salsa Chicken
This is a quick and easy recipe for Instant Pot Salsa Chicken that will spice up your dinner. This dish has the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors to make it both delicious and refreshing!
This is one of my favorite Instant Pot meals, why? Because it is so versatile, you can use it in a number of ways. You really only need two ingredients and if you want, feel free to make it and freeze it for a meal down the road. I usually make a huge batch on Sunday and then use it in a few meals during the week.
My son's favorite of course is chicken burritos, he makes his own for lunch, with the extra meat. He loves them, and he is a BIG fan of Chipotle by having a container of salsa chicken it saves me a lot of money for lunches.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 16 ounces salsa
Instructions
- Start by spreading out the salsa (about 1/2 cup on the bottom of the Instant Pot Bowl)
- Then add your chicken breast on top of the salsa. Spread the rest of the salsa on top.
- Add the lid, making sure the vent is in the sealed position and set manual high pressure for 10 minutes. When the time is up, let the timer go to L10, and then quickly release the rest of the pressure.
- Using tongs, move your chicken into a small bowl, and then shred the chicken, either by using two forks, or tongs.
- Plate, serve and enjoy!
Notes
Pro Tips:
- This recipe will work in any Pressure Cooker, including the Instant Pot, Ninja Foodi, or any other model. The recipe and cooking time will remain the same,
- For best results use boneless, skinless chicken breast, but you can use boneless, skinless chicken thighs, for a meatier dish.
- You can use either homemade or prepared salsa for this recipe.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
8Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 204Total Fat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 96mgSodium: 487mgCarbohydrates: 4gFiber: 1gSugar: 2gProtein: 36g
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