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Instant Pot Salsa Chicken

4.70 from 42 votes

This Instant Pot salsa chicken recipe is so quick and easy! Make this juicy 2-ingredient pressure cooker shredded chicken to use in tacos, rice bowls, salads, and more.

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 20

Total Time: 30

Yield: 5 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Ingredients

1 pound skinless boneless chicken breast
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
3/4 teaspoon cumin
black pepper (to taste)
pinch oregano
1 cup chunky salsa

Instructions

Season chicken on both sides with spices.
Place into the Instant Pot and cover with salsa.
Cover and 20 minutes. Natural release.
Once the Instant Pot releases the pressure, put the chicken onto a plate and use two forks to shred.

Notes

If using a slow cooker, cook on low for 4-6 hours or until the chicken is done.

Nutrition

Serving: 1/2 cup, Calories: 125kcal, Carbohydrates: 3g, Protein: 22g, Fat: 3g, Cholesterol: 66mg, Sodium: 379mg, Fiber: 1g

- WW Points: 0

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