Instant Pot Chicken Taco Soup: A Delicious Mexican-inspired Soup

This Instant Pot Chicken Taco Soup is a delicious and hearty Mexican-inspired soup made with tender chicken, beans, corn, and flavorful spices. It is a perfect recipe for those busy weeknights when you want a comforting and satisfying meal on the table in no time. The Instant Pot pressure cooker helps to infuse all the flavors together quickly, resulting in a mouthwatering and cozy soup that the whole family will love. Serve it with your favorite toppings like avocado, cheese, or sour cream for a complete meal.

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into cubes
• 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (15 ounces) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (15 ounces) corn kernels, drained
• 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies
• 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Directions

1. Set your Instant Pot to sauté mode and heat the olive oil.
2. Add the onion and garlic, and sauté for 2-3 minutes until they become fragrant.
3. Add the chicken cubes and sauté for another 5 minutes until they are browned on all sides.
4. In a bowl, mix the chili powder, cumin, paprika, dried oregano, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper.
5. Pour the diced tomatoes with green chilies, tomato sauce, chicken broth, black beans, kidney beans, corn kernels, and the spice mixture into the Instant Pot. Stir well to combine.
6. Close the Instant Pot lid and set the valve to sealing position. Cook on high pressure for 15 minutes.
7. Once the cooking time is complete, carefully release the pressure using the quick release method.
8. Open the lid and give the soup a stir. Taste and adjust the seasonings if needed.
9. Serve the Instant Pot Chicken Taco Soup hot, topped with your favorite garnish like avocado, cheese, cilantro, or sour cream.

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