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Easy Instant Pot Shredded Chicken

Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Servings: 6
Author: Anna - MissWish.com

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 cups salsa homemade or store-bought
  • 1 1 oz packet taco seasoning
  • salt black pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Season the chicken with salt and black pepper to taste. Set aside.
  • In a bowl combine the salsa, taco seasoning and 1/3 cup of water.
  • Grease the Instant pot insert with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Add the chicken and salsa mixture in the Instant pot and toss to coat.
  • Close and seal the Instant pot.
  • Turn the venting knob to SEALING.
  • Press the PRESSURE COOK button and check to make sure the pressure level shows as “High” in the display.
  • Adjust the timer to 30 minutes.
  • When finished cooking, release pressure naturally according to manufacturer’s directions.
  • Open the lid and remove the chicken from the pot.
  • Shred the chicken with 2 forks.
  • Add ½ cup of cooking mixture and toss to coat.
  • Serve the shredded chicken with tortillas and your favorite toppings.