Shredded Chicken Tacos In The Instant Pot

Dare I say these are the BEST shredded chicken tacos in the land? This shredded chicken tacos recipe is outstanding, and the Instant Pot handles all the hard work. You get tender and flavorful chicken, that is the perfect base to your taco. Load with your favorite toppings, and serve. A perfect recipe to add to your meal planning. Chicken Tacos are an easy weeknight meal you will make over and over again. 

Instant Pot Chicken Tacos

We whipped these up the other day, and boy, they were delicious. Tacos are always a quick fix, and I generally have all the fixings in my pantry and fridge. I wanted to share this recipe, in case any of you are looking for a new way to dress up your Taco Tuesday or wanting one more Instant Pot chicken recipe.

More Instant Pot Recipes To Try

• Instant Pot Steak Nachos 
• Barbecue Beef
• Chicken Broccoli Rice

The Best Shredded Chicken Tacos

Either way, this easy Instant Pot shredded chicken taco recipe is a true winner. After it cooks up, shred the chicken and get ready to serve. I like to lay out all our favorite toppings and let everyone pile on their favorites.

Some great toppings for these shredded chicken tacos are:

• Shredded cheese
• Lettuce
• Tomato
• Avocado or Guacamole
• Sour Cream
• Sliced Radishes
• Lime Juice
• Pico

How Do You Shred Chicken Breasts Easily

Once your chicken is finished cooking, carefully remove from Instant Pot or leave inside the pot to shred. You can use a shredding claw that you can buy, or grab two forks. Poke the fork or shredding claws into the chicken and pull outwards. It will easily begin to break away and shred the chicken with little to no effort.

You can also use a KitchenAid mixer and toss your chicken in, and use a blending blade. Set it on low, and turn it on, and watch the chicken shred that way as well. Same works for a hand mixer.

How to Make Shredded Chicken Tacos

Ingredients for Shredded Chicken Tacos 

• 1 ½ lb. Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast
• 16-ounce Jar of Salsa (Any Brand)
• Salt and Pepper to Taste
• Flour Tortillas, Cheese, Lettuce, Salsa, & Avocados for Serving

Directions for Shredded Chicken Tacos 

1. Place Chicken in the Instant Pot
2. Salt and Pepper to Taste
   
3. Cover with 1 Jar of Salsa
4. Place the Lid on the Instant Pot and set to Seal
   
5. Set the instant pot to Manual for 15 minutes
   
6. Release pressure using the Quick Pressure Release method
   
7. Shred Chicken using a Fork
   
8. Serve as Tacos, over Rice and Beans or on top of a Taco Salad

Shredded Chicken Tacos In The Instant Pot

Everyone will love these delicious Shredded Chicken Tacos! And you'll love that cooking them in the Instant Pot means you'll have them made in under 30 minutes!!

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Ingredients

• 1 ½ lb. Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast
• 16-ounce Jar of Salsa (Any Brand)
• Salt and Pepper to Taste
• Flour Tortillas, Cheese, Lettuce, Salsa, & Avocados for Serving

Instructions

1. Place Chicken in the Instant Pot
2. Salt and Pepper to Taste
4. Cover with 1 Jar of Salsa
5. Place the Lid on the Instant Pot and set to Seal
7. Set the instant pot to Manual for 15 minutes
9. Release pressure using the Quick Pressure Release method
11. Shred Chicken using a Fork
13. Serve as Tacos, over Rice and Beans or on t

How To Store Chicken Tacos

You will want to keep any of the leftover chicken taco mix in the fridge for up to three days. Anything after that use your best judgment on if you need to toss it out. 

Easiest Way to Reheat Instant Pot Chicken Taco 

Simply place your leftover chicken taco mix in the microwave or easily warm it up on the stove in a pan. Add a little stock or water to chicken and heat until nice and warm. 

Look at how easy and quick this chicken taco dish can come together. It truly is so easy to make and it will blow your mind the amazing Mexican flavors that come out of the chicken. The Instant Pot really helps keep the chicken moist and juicy, so you never worry about dry taco meat.

What are your favorite toppings for shredded chicken tacos?