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Shredded Mexican salsa verde chicken topped with fresh cilantro in an oval baking dish.
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Easy Instant Pot Salsa Verde Mexican Pulled Chicken

Mexican inspired shredded chicken with salsa verde made in the pressure cooker or crockpot is a delicious and easy recipe for busy weeknights. Flavorful, juicy chicken breasts pulled apart in a flavorful Mexican inspired sauce is perfect for burritos, tacos, nachos and salads.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Mains
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 216kcal
Author: Jessica

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast 1.5 to 2 pounds
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoon oregano
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 lime juiced
  • 16 oz jar or 2 cups of your favorite green salsa
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro for garnish
  • Grains or tortillas and toppings for serving

Instructions

  • Place the stainless steel insert into the base of the Instant Pot.
  • Add raw boneless skinless chicken breasts to the pot.
  • Sprinkle over chili powder, cumin, oregano, garlic and salt.
  • Pour salsa over chicken and squeeze in lime juice.
  • Set to manual pressure for 10 minutes.
  • Allow to natural release for at least 10 minutes.
  • Carefully release remaining pressure and open the lid away from your face.
  • Using two forks, shred the chicken breasts directly in the pot, mixing with the sauce.
  • Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve warm over grains or in tortillas with your favorite toppings.

Notes

½ teaspoon of garlic powder may be substituted for fresh garlic.
Cooked chicken keeps well in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. 
No need to thaw chicken breasts before adding them to the pressure cooker. It may take a little longer for it to come to pressure but they will cook through.
This recipe also freezes well. Make sure the chicken is completely cooled before packing in freezer bags. I like to do this in individual portions. Freeze for up to three months.

Nutrition

Calories: 216kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 97mg | Sodium: 920mg | Potassium: 746mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 674IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg