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Instant Pot Salsa Verde Chicken Recipe

Tender shredded chicken cooked in salsa verde and seasoned with lime, honey, and spices for an easy versatile meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/4 cup chicken stock or water
  • 3 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1 cup salsa verde (mild, e.g., Herdez)

Equipment

  • Instant Pot or electric pressure cooker
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • tongs or fork
  • Two forks for shredding

Method
 

  1. Ensure the stainless steel insert is in the Instant Pot.
  2. Pour the chicken stock (or water) and lime juice into the insert, then place the chicken breasts in the liquid.
  3. Sprinkle the salt, black pepper, chili powder, and ground cumin evenly over the chicken.
  4. Drizzle the honey over the chicken, then sprinkle the minced garlic on top.
  5. Pour the salsa verde over the chicken, covering it; do not stir.
  6. Close the lid and set the valve to sealing (if required by your model). Select Manual/Pressure Cook on HIGH pressure and set the timer for 15 minutes.
  7. When cooking completes, wait 2 minutes, then carefully quick-release the remaining pressure by moving the valve to venting.
  8. Open the lid away from your face, transfer the chicken to a plate, and shred with two forks.
  9. Return the shredded chicken to the Instant Pot, stir to combine with the cooking liquid and salsa, then serve as desired.

Notes

  • This chicken works well over rice.
  • Use as a filling for tacos.
  • Use as a filling for enchiladas.
  • You can add it to casseroles.