Pressure Cooker Chicken Tacos Recipe Easy 5-Ingredient Dinner Idea
A quick and easy pressure cooker chicken tacos recipe using just five ingredients, perfect for busy weeknights and packed with bold, authentic flavors.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 17 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 cup chicken broth (low-sodium recommended)
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup chunky salsa (mild or spicy)
- 8 small tortillas (corn or flour)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, toss 1.5 pounds of boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs with 2 tablespoons of taco seasoning until evenly coated.
- Pour 1 cup of chicken broth into the pressure cooker’s inner pot. Place the seasoned chicken pieces into the broth in a single layer if possible. Pour 1 cup of salsa over the chicken.
- Seal the lid and set the pressure cooker to high pressure for 12 minutes (10-12 minutes for breasts, 12 minutes for thighs).
- Let the pressure release naturally for 5 minutes, then perform a quick release to release any remaining pressure.
- Open the lid and transfer the chicken to a plate or bowl. Shred the chicken using two forks. If not tender, cook for another 2 minutes under pressure.
- Stir the shredded chicken back into the sauce in the pot and let it sit on the ‘keep warm’ setting for a few minutes.
- Warm 8 small tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds per side or microwave wrapped in a damp paper towel for 20 seconds.
- Scoop the shredded chicken onto warm tortillas, add your favorite toppings, and serve immediately.
Notes
Do not skip the natural pressure release step to keep chicken tender. If salsa is watery, drain some liquid before adding. Use thighs for juicier chicken or breasts for leaner meat. For extra smoky flavor, add chipotle powder to the seasoning. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 4 days and freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco (with about 2
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 1.5
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 30
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