Instant Pot Pulled Chicken Tacos
Learn how to make mouth-watering instant pot pulled chicken tacos with simple ingredients in just 30 minutes. Perfect for a quick and tasty meal!
Ingredients You’ll Need
Before we start, let’s gather our ingredients. For this recipe, you’ll need:
- Four chicken breasts
- One can of chicken broth (14.5 oz)
- One taco seasoning packet
These ingredients are the foundation for our flavorful pulled chicken tacos. Now, let’s move on to the cooking process.
Preparing the Instant Pot
Setting Up the Trivet
First things first, place the trivet in the bottom of your Instant Pot. The trivet is essential because it keeps the chicken elevated above the broth, ensuring even cooking.
Adding the Chicken Broth
Next, dump the entire 14.5-ounce can of chicken broth into the Instant Pot. You’ll notice that the broth level will be slightly lower than the trivet, and that’s perfectly fine.
Placing the Chicken Breasts
Now, take your chicken breasts and place them directly on top of the trivet. Whether you choose to cook two, three, or four breasts depends on how many people you’re feeding. For this recipe, we are using all four chicken breasts to make sure we have leftovers for another meal.
Adding the Taco Seasoning
Sprinkle the contents of the taco seasoning packet evenly over the chicken breasts. This seasoning is what will give our pulled chicken that classic taco flavor.
Cooking the Chicken
Securing the Lid
Secure the lid on your Instant Pot, making sure the seal is in the locked position. This step is crucial for the pressure cooking process.
Programming the Instant Pot
To program the Instant Pot, follow these steps:
- Press the ‘Pressure Cook’ button.
- Set the pressure to ‘High’ and make sure the ‘Keep Warm’ function is off.
- Set the timer for 30 minutes.
The Instant Pot will take a few minutes to build up pressure before it starts cooking. Be patient — it will be worth the wait!
Shredding the Chicken
Releasing the Pressure
Once the 30 minutes have passed, it’s time to release the pressure. Carefully break the seal and allow the steam to escape safely. Once the pressure is fully released, you can open the lid.
Removing and Shredding the Chicken
Take the chicken breasts out and place them in a bowl. Using two forks, shred the chicken until it’s nicely pulled apart. This should be easy as the chicken is perfectly cooked from the pressure cooker.
Absorbing the Flavors
Removing the Trivet
With the chicken shredded, remove the trivet from the Instant Pot. You’ll be left with the flavorful chicken broth at the bottom of the pot.
Adding Chicken Back to the Pot
Put the shredded chicken back into the Instant Pot. This allows the chicken to soak up the delicious broth flavors, making it even more juicy and tender.
Sautéing the Chicken
Press the ‘Sauté’ button on the Instant Pot to keep the chicken warm and to let it absorb more of the broth. Let it sauté until the broth is reduced and mostly absorbed by the chicken.
Preparing the Tacos
Warming the Tortillas
Warm some corn tortillas on a skillet. Simply heat each side until they’re warm and slightly crispy.
Assembling the Tacos
With the tortillas ready, it’s time to assemble the tacos. Here’s what you’ll need:
- Pulled chicken
- Lettuce
- Shredded cheese
- Chives
- Avocado slices
- Fresh lime
Start with a warm tortilla and layer it with a bed of lettuce. Add a generous portion of pulled chicken on top. Sprinkle with shredded cheese and chives. Finally, add a few slices of avocado and squeeze fresh lime juice over everything for that zesty kick.
Adding the Finishing Touches
Taco Sauce and Sour Cream
For extra flavor, top your taco with a bit of taco sauce and a dollop of sour cream. This will add moisture and additional layers of flavor to your tacos.
Enjoying Your Meal
The Taste Test
Take a bite and enjoy the delicious combination of flavors. The well-seasoned, juicy pulled chicken pairs perfectly with the fresh veggies and creamy avocado, creating a balanced and mouthwatering taco that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Sharing with Loved Ones
Gather your family around the table and enjoy these Instant Pot Pulled Chicken Tacos together. It’s a meal that’s not only delicious but also brings the family together in the cozy ambiance of your kitchen.
Conclusion
Another Instant Pot success is in the books! With minimal prep and cook time, these pulled chicken tacos are a fantastic option for busy weeknights or a laid-back weekend meal.
Instant Pot Pulled Chicken Tacos
Whip up these effortless Instant Pot Pulled Chicken Tacos for a quick and delicious meal that’s sure to please everyone at your table.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 can (14.5 oz) of chicken broth
- 1 taco seasoning packet
- Corn tortillas
- Lettuce
- Shredded cheese
- Chives
- Avocado
- Fresh lime
- Taco sauce
- Sour cream
Instructions
- Place the trivet in the Instant Pot and pour in one can of chicken broth.
- Arrange four chicken breasts on the trivet and sprinkle evenly with taco seasoning.
- Secure the Instant Pot lid, set the valve to sealing, and cook on high pressure for 30 minutes.
- After cooking, perform a quick release of pressure, then remove the chicken to shred it with forks.
- Remove the trivet and return the shredded chicken to the pot to absorb the remaining broth on the sauté setting.
- Warm corn tortillas on a skillet until slightly crispy.
- Assemble the tacos: start with lettuce on the tortilla, add pulled chicken, and top with shredded cheese, chives, avocado slices, and a squeeze of fresh lime.
- Garnish with taco sauce and a dollop of sour cream.
Nutrition Information:
Serving Size:
per servingAmount Per Serving: Calories: 350Total Fat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 800mgCarbohydrates: 22gFiber: 3gSugar: 2gProtein: 30g