Instant Pot Shredded Salsa Chicken
Shredded chicken is a great source of protein and is a great filling for dishes like tacos and enchiladas (try our Grain-Free Chicken Enchiladas recipe!), as a topping on a salad, or by itself! It would also pair deliciously with sides like our Cauliflower Rice, Homemade Sweet Potato Fries, and Air Fryer Crispy Broccoli.
Chicken is a great source of B vitamins, vitamin D, calcium, iron, and zinc. This recipe also features salsa, which is a great source of antioxidants, vitamin C, potassium, vitamin K, and folate. Pairing vitamin C with iron can help it absorb much better than consuming it alone!
This recipe is made using an Instant Pot, which is a countertop pressure cooker. The Instant Pot is a staple appliance in our kitchen and can be doubled as a slow cooker! It can be used to make all kinds of veggies, grains (like rice), hard-boiled eggs, soups, chili, broths, and even yogurt!
Ingredients
2 organic chicken breasts (~1.5-2#)
1 16 oz jar organic salsa verde (or salsa of your choice)
If you know your child won’t like salsa, you can use broth instead
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Materials
Instant Pot (at least 6 Quarts)
A note on ingredient quality: If possible, choose ingredients that are organic and non-GMO. Stores such as Sprouts, Natural Grocers, Whole Foods, and other health food stores can help finding higher-quality ingredients. If access to higher quality ingredients isn't an option for you, choose the best option that is available to you locally.
Directions
Prepare chicken by trimming the fat off the breast
Pour 1/2 of the jar of salsa in the bottom of the Instant Pot
Nestle the chicken breasts in the salsa and pour the other half of the salsa on top
Replace the lid of the Instant Pot in the locked position and set it to High Pressure for 12 minutes.
Let the instant pot will pre-heat, cook for 12 minutes, and natural release for at least 5 minutes. When ready, depressurize the Instant Pot and remove the top.
Use two forks to shred the chicken breast as finely as possible and let sit for a few minutes in the salsa
Use tongs to serve and use in tacos, on top of salads, inside of chicken enchiladas, or by itself!
Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 oz | Makes 16 Servings
Calories: 100 | Protein: 18 grams | Fiber: 0 grams | Carbohydrates: 0 grams | Fat: 2 grams | Sugars: 0 grams
