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Instant Pot Cilantro Lime Chicken
4.1 from 156 votes

Instant Pot Cilantro Lime Chicken

Instant Pot Cilantro Lime Chicken is a flavorful dish combining chicken breasts with salsa, taco seasoning, black beans, lime juice, and fresh cilantro. The chicken cooks under pressure, then shreds easily, absorbing the tangy and mildly spiced mixture. This method yields tender, juicy chicken infused with bright citrus and savory elements, suitable for tacos, tostadas, or as a protein addition to salads and bowls.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
25 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 292 kcal
Course: Main Course, Lunch
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

  • 16 oz salsa
  • 2 tablespoon taco seasoning May also use 1 store bought package
  • 1 lime juiced and zested
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 15 oz black beans canned, drained and rinsed
  • 2 lbs chicken breast boneless, skinless
  • 1 cup cilantro fresh, chopped
  • tortilla toppings of choice, if using
  • tostada shell toppings of choice, if using

Instructions

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  1. In your Instant Pot, add the salsa, taco seasoning, lime juice/zest, chicken broth, and black beans.
  2. Stir to combine and place the chicken breasts on top of mixture.
  3. Close lid and set to manual, high pressure, 15 minutes. Be sure valve at top is in sealing position.
  4. Once timer beeps, allow a natural pressure release for 10 minutes.
  5. After the ten minutes, do a quick release to ensure all remaining pressure is gone and open lid.
  6. Shred the chicken breasts using two forks, then stir in the cilantro.
  7. Serve as desired and enjoy!!

Notes

  • To prepare using a slow cooker, combine all ingredients except cilantro and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4 hours.
  • Stir in chopped cilantro just before serving to keep its fresh flavor.

Nutrition Information

Calories 292kcal (15%) Carbohydrates 23g (8%) Protein 40g (80%) Fat 4g (6%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Cholesterol 97mg (32%) Sodium 817mg (34%) Potassium 1048mg (22%) Fiber 8g (32%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 671IU (13%) Vitamin C 7mg (8%) Calcium 51mg (5%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 292

% Daily Value*

Calories 292kcal 15%
Carbohydrates 23g 8%
Protein 40g 80%
Fat 4g 6%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 97mg 32%
Sodium 817mg 34%
Potassium 1048mg 22%
Fiber 8g 32%
Sugar 3g 6%
Vitamin A 671IU 13%
Vitamin C 7mg 8%
Calcium 51mg 5%
Iron 2mg 11%

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