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Instant Pot Creamy Salsa Verde Chicken

Tender shredded chicken cooked in salsa verde and finished with creamy Greek yogurt for a quick, flavorful meal.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 people

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 16 ounces salsa verde jar
  • 1 jalapeño seeded, deveined, and diced
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt plain

Equipment

  • Instant Pot or electric pressure cooker
  • Tongs or slotted spoon
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Measuring cup
  • Mixing bowl or the Instant Pot insert for shredding
  • Wooden spoon or spatula

Method
 

  1. Add the chicken breasts, salsa verde, diced jalapeño, chili powder, kosher salt, and black pepper to the Instant Pot insert. Do not add the Greek yogurt yet.
  2. Secure the lid and make sure the pressure valve is set to sealing. Select Manual/High Pressure and set the timer for 15 minutes.
  3. When the cook time ends, allow a natural pressure release for 5 minutes, then carefully perform a quick release to vent any remaining steam and open the lid.
  4. Use tongs or a slotted spoon to remove the chicken to a cutting board or bowl and shred with two forks.
  5. Return the shredded chicken to the Instant Pot, add the plain Greek yogurt, and stir until the mixture is smooth and combined.
  6. Switch the Instant Pot to Sauté, bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, and cook for about 5 minutes to heat through and thicken slightly, stirring occasionally.
  7. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Adjust jalapeño amount for preferred heat.
  • Use full-fat Greek yogurt for creamier texture.
  • Check chicken for doneness before shredding; it should reach 165°F.