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Instant Pot Chicken Taco Bowls

This all in one dinner has quickly become a family favorite! Instant Pot Chicken Taco Bowls all cooked together in one pot with rice, black beans, corn, salsa chicken and seasonings. 

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 299 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American , Mexican

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth , divided
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 15 ounce can black beans , rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup corn
  • 1 1/2 cups salsa
  • 1 1/4 cups long grain white rice , rinsed and drained
Topping ideas:
  • cheese
  • fresh cilantro , chopped
  • avocado sliced
  • green onion , chopped
  • sour cream

Instructions

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  1. Spray bottom of IP with non-stick cooking spray.
  2. Add 1/2 cup chicken broth to bottom of IP.
  3. Add chicken breasts.
  4. Sprinkle chicken with taco seasoning.
  5. Add black beans and corn.
  6. Add salsa.
  7. Add rice.
  8. Add remaining 1 cup chicken broth.
  9. Press rice into the liquid to make sure it’s fully submerged.
  10. Set valve to sealing. Cook on Manual (high pressure) for 8 minutes.
  11. Allow pressure to naturally release for 12 minutes, then turn to quick release.
  12. Remove IP lid and gently FLUFF rice with a fork (Don't stir it!).
  13. Place IP lid back on (with power off) for 5 more minutes to allow rice to rest while you prepare the toppings.
  14. Slide rice to the side a bit to find the chicken breasts and pull them out. Shred the chicken. 
  15. Add a scoop of rice mixture to a bowl. Top with some shredded chicken, and other desired toppings. Serve with tortillas, if desired.

Notes

  • *This recipe is for use in a 6 QUART INSTANT POT.   If using a larger instant pot, In step 2, add an additional 1/2 cup of chicken broth to the bottom of the pot (1 cup total in step 2).
  • Try these INSTANT POT MEALS.
  • To make in the Slow Cooker:
  • Add 1 cup broth, chicken, taco seasoning, beans, corn and salsa to slow cooker and cook on low for 4-5 hours or high for 2-3 hours, until chicken is cooked through. Stir in cooked rice.

Nutrition Information

Calories 299kcal (15%) Carbohydrates 52g (17%) Protein 17g (34%) Fat 2g (3%) Cholesterol 24mg (8%) Sodium 804mg (34%) Potassium 685mg (20%) Fiber 7g (28%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 405IU (8%) Vitamin C 5mg (6%) Calcium 59mg (6%) Iron 2.3mg (13%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 299

% Daily Value*

Calories 299kcal 15%
Carbohydrates 52g 17%
Protein 17g 34%
Fat 2g 3%
Cholesterol 24mg 8%
Sodium 804mg 34%
Potassium 685mg 15%
Fiber 7g 28%
Sugar 3g 6%
Vitamin A 405IU 8%
Vitamin C 5mg 6%
Calcium 59mg 6%
Iron 2.3mg 13%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.