Salsa Chicken in the Instant Pot Recipe
A simple and flavorful Salsa Chicken recipe made effortlessly in the Instant Pot. Tender boneless, skinless chicken breasts cooked with savory salsa, perfect for a quick and healthy meal. Great for meal prep and versatile for various dishes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes (plus natural release time of about 10-15 minutes)
- Total Time: 30-35 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Instant Pot
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 1/2 cups salsa (preferably sugar-free for Whole30)
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts at the bottom of the Instant Pot in an even layer.
- Add Salsa: Pour 1 1/2 cups of salsa over the chicken, then gently stir to coat the chicken breasts evenly with the sauce.
- Seal and Cook: Secure the Instant Pot lid and ensure the valve is set to the sealing position. Select the poultry setting and set the cooking time for 15 minutes.
- Natural Release: After cooking, allow the Instant Pot to depressurize naturally on its own before opening the lid.
- Shred the Chicken: Remove the lid carefully, then shred the cooked chicken directly in the pot using two forks, mixing it well with the salsa sauce.
- Serve: Serve the shredded salsa chicken hot as desired, with sides or toppings of your choice.
Notes
- For Whole30 compliance, ensure the salsa you use is sugar-free.
- To cook on a crock pot, cook on high for 4 hours or on low for 6-8 hours instead of using the Instant Pot.
