Description
Looking for a quick dinner idea that’s packed with flavor and incredibly easy to make? This Tender Instant Pot Shredded Chicken for Tacos is juicy, perfectly seasoned, and ready in minutes. Ideal for busy weeknights, meal prep, or taco nights, this easy recipe delivers bold flavor with minimal effort.
Ingredients
2 lbs chicken breasts
1 cup chicken broth
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp chili powder
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
1. Trim excess fat from the chicken breasts and pat them dry.
2. Rub the chicken with olive oil, then season evenly with spices.
3. Place chicken into the Instant Pot and add broth.
4. Cook on high pressure for 10 minutes.
5. Allow natural release for 5 minutes, then release remaining pressure.
6. Shred the chicken using forks or a mixer.
7. Mix shredded chicken with juices and serve.
Notes
Sear the chicken first using sauté mode for deeper flavor.
Add fresh lime juice after cooking to enhance taste.
Store with cooking juices to keep chicken moist when reheating.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Instant Pot
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg