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5-Ingredient Instant Pot Salsa Chicken
Tender, juicy shredded chicken infused with Mexican flavors, ready in just 20 minutes plus release time. Perfect for tacos, burritos, enchiladas, and meal prep. A versatile weeknight dinner solution that's effortless to prepare and incredibly delicious.
👥 10 Servings⏱️ Prep & Cook: 37 min⏳ Prep: 12 min🔥 Cook: 25 min👤 Stephanie Manley📖 copykat
🥘 Ingredients
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🍳 Cookware
- pot
- slow cooker
- skillet
📝 Preparation Steps
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Instant Pot Instructions
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Use the saute function of the Instant Pot, when the oil is hot add onions, saute until almost translucent, then add the garlic. Add chicken breast and salsa. Cook on high on the manual setting for ⏱️ 20 minutes. Perform a quick release on the Instant Pot. Remove chicken and shred.
large onion (sliced)1garlic (chopped)3 teaspoonschicken breast (boneless and skinless)5 poundssalsa3 cups
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Slow cooker Instructions
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If you want to use a slow cooker you will need to saute the onions and garlic in a large skillet, then transfer the sauteed garlic and onions to the slow cooker. Add the chicken and salsa to the slow cooker. Cook on low for 4 to ⏱️ 6 hours.
large onion (sliced)1garlic (chopped)3 teaspoonssalsa3 cups
Nutrition Facts
calories
321 kcal
fat Content
9 g
serving Size
1 serving
sugar Content
4 g
sodium Content
751 mg
protein Content
48 g
cholesterol Content
145 mg
carbohydrate Content
5 g
saturated Fat Content
3 g
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