Instant Pot Chicken Taco Soup
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Instant Pot Chicken Taco Soup
Description
This recipe uses the Instant Pot to cook boneless chicken breasts alongside beans, tomatoes, onions, and seasoning, delivering a comforting soup with a mild taco-inspired flavor. The chicken is cooked fully under pressure, then shredded and returned to the pot so it can absorb the flavors of the broth. Ingredients like taco seasoning and diced tomatoes with chilis add layered spice and depth. The broth is brothy yet rich from the beans and chicken, balanced with savory onion and garlic notes.
Serve this soup hot, topped with classic taco garnishes such as shredded cheese, sour cream, or tortilla strips to add textural contrast. It is a flexible dish suitable for weeknight dinners and can be easily reheated.
Leftover soup can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to a week. Quick pressure release is recommended to avoid overcooking. Adjust seasonings to taste before serving.
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breast boneless
- 2 cans great northern beans 15 oz each
- ½ onion chopped
- 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilis (10 oz)
- 2 Tbsp taco seasoning
- ½ tsp garlic salt
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 4 cups chicken broth
Instructions
- Place chicken in the Instant pot. Place all the other ingredients in the instant pot.
- Add the lid. Make sure the valve is set to sealing
- Set the pressure for 25 minutes.
- Do a quick release to release the pressure.
- Remove chicken and shred. Place back in the Instant pot and stir to combine.
- Then serve topped with your favorite taco toppings and enjoy!
Notes
- Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for 5-7 days.
- Top with shredded cheese, sour cream, and tortilla strips for serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 206 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 206kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 26g | 9% |
| Protein | 17g | 34% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 24mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 1064mg | 44% |
| Potassium | 820mg | 17% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 194IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 18mg | 20% |
| Calcium | 113mg | 11% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.