Instant Pot 20 Minute Chicken Burrito Bowls

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4.7

1,056 reviews
Excellent
  • Prep Time

    10 mins

  • Cook Time

    10 mins

  • Total Time

    20 mins

  • Servings

    4 servings

  • Course

    Main Course

Instant Pot 20 Minute Chicken Burrito Bowls

These Chicken Burrito Bowls combine diced chicken breast with chicken broth, taco seasoning, beans, corn, salsa, green chiles, and rice, all cooked quickly in an Instant Pot. Finished with shredded Mexican blend cheese and fresh cilantro, the bowls deliver a one-pot savory meal with a mix of textures and Southwest flavors convenient for busy days or meal prep.

Description

The Instant Pot 20 Minute Chicken Burrito Bowls blend chunks of boneless, skinless chicken breast with low-sodium chicken broth and taco seasoning. Canned corn kernels, black beans, salsa, and green chiles add moisture, flavor, and heartiness. White rice is layered on top before cooking under high pressure for ten minutes. After cooking, stirring in Mexican blend shredded cheese melts it smoothly into the dish, adding richness and binding the flavors.

This method results in tender chicken, flavorful rice, and a combined texture of beans and corn that complements the mildly spicy and savory base. Garnishing with fresh cilantro adds a herbal brightness. The all-in-one preparation suits those wanting a filling, well-rounded meal with familiar Tex-Mex ingredients prepared efficiently. Serving immediately retains the contrast of textures from the beans and vegetables.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 1 pound chicken breast cut into 1-inch chunks, boneless, skinless
  • 1 cup chicken broth low sodium
  • 1 (1.25-ounce) package taco seasoning
  • 1 (15-ounce) can corn kernels drained
  • 1 (15-ounce) can black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup salsa homemade or store-bought
  • 1 (4.5-ounce) can green chiles chopped
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 1 cup Mexican blend cheese shredded
  • 2 tablespoons cilantro fresh, chopped leaves

Instructions

  1. Add chicken, chicken broth and taco seasoning to a 6-qt Instant Pot® and gently toss to combine.
  2. Stir in corn, black beans, salsa and green chiles. Without stirring, add rice.
  3. Select manual setting; adjust pressure to high, and set time for 10 minutes. When finished cooking, quick-release pressure according to manufacturer's directions. Stir in cheese until melted, about 1 minute.
  4. Serve immediately, garnished with cilantro, if desired.
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