This Instant Pot Chicken Taco Bowl is a flavorful and easy recipe that can be made in less than 30 minutes. Packed with tender, shredded chicken, flavorful taco seasoning, and a variety of toppings, this dish is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. The Instant Pot makes it incredibly easy to cook the chicken to perfection, and the result is a satisfying and delicious meal that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 cup cooked rice
- Optional toppings: shredded cheese, diced tomatoes, sliced avocado, sour cream, chopped cilantro
Directions
- Set the Instant Pot to 'Saute' mode.
- Add the olive oil to the pot.
- Season the chicken breasts with taco seasoning.
- Place the chicken breasts in the Instant Pot and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, until browned.
- Add the chicken broth to the pot.
- Close the lid and set the Instant Pot to 'Pressure Cook' mode for 8 minutes.
- Once the cooking time is complete, do a quick release of the pressure.
- Remove the chicken breasts from the pot and shred using two forks.
- Return the shredded chicken to the Instant Pot.
- Add the black beans, corn, salsa, and cooked rice to the pot.
- Stir everything together gently, making sure to incorporate all the flavors.
- Close the lid and set the Instant Pot to 'Saute' mode.
- Cook for an additional 5 minutes, until the mixture is heated through.
- Serve the Instant Pot Chicken Taco Bowl with your choice of optional toppings.
- Enjoy!
Interesting Facts
This recipe can easily be customized to suit your taste preferences by adding different toppings or adjusting the seasoning.
Using an Instant Pot significantly cuts down on the cooking time, making this dish perfect for busy weeknights.
Leftovers of this Instant Pot Chicken Taco Bowl make a delicious lunch the next day.