Instant Pot Salsa Verde Chicken – only 4 ingredients needed for this simple and flavorful meal that the whole family will love! Instant Pot and Slow Cooker instructions included.

Chicken tacos are always a family favorite, so this super simple recipe has become a regular in our rotation.  I love that it only requires four ingredients and still packs a huge punch of flavor.  The chicken comes out so tender and juicy and is perfect in tacos, burritos, salad, and chili.

Make this Salsa Verde Chicken on a busy weeknight when you need a meal on the table fast.  It’s also a great addition to Meal Prep Sunday as it keeps well and can be used for several meals/lunches throughout the week.  I make in the Instant Pot (my favorite kitchen appliance ever!) but the slow cooker would work great too.

This is the perfect recipe when you need an easy and fast meal idea that literally requires no prep or work on your part!  Any jarred or homemade salsa verde will work here (I like this one from Thrive Market because it doesn’t contain any high fructose corn syrup.)

Tips and Variations for Instant Pot Salsa Verde Chicken

If you prefer dark meat, chicken thighs could be substituted.  Here’s my favorite source for organic chicken (delivered right to your door!)

Try a Crockpot Salsa Verde Chicken version – cook for 4-5 hours on Low or 2-3 hours on High in the slow cooker.

For an extra flavor punch, add a couple tablespoons of my Homemade Taco & Fajita Seasoning.

Add a can of black beans to bump up the protein and fiber!

Build Meal Prep bowls with a side of rice, grilled vegetables, and avocado.

To keep this Whole30/Paleo/Keto friendly, make sure your salsa has no added sugar and serve in a lettuce wrap or over cauliflower rice.

Instant Pot Salsa Verde Chicken 

Instant Pot Salsa Verde Chicken 

Instant Pot Salsa Verde Chicken - only 5 ingredients needed for this simple and flavorful meal that the whole family will love! | tastythin.com

Instant Pot Salsa Verde Chicken

Servings: 6 servings
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: cleaneating, keto, paleo, tacos, whole30
Instant Pot Salsa Verde Chicken - only 5 ingredients needed for this simple and flavorful meal that the whole family will love!
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Ingredients 

  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 1/2 cups salsa verde (tomatillo salsa)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, optional

Instructions

  • Place chicken breasts in Instant Pot.  Sprinkle with garlic and cumin.  Pour salsa over chicken.
  • Lock lid and set to Poultry.  When cycle is compete, perform quick release or allow for slow release.  Remove chicken, shred, and return to sauce.  Stir in chopped cilantro.  Serve with tortillas or over lettuce, and add desired toppings (avocado, cheese, tomatoes, cilantro, etc.)
  • For the Slow Cooker, add all ingredients and cook on Low for 4-5 hours or High for 2-3 hours. Shred the chicken.

Notes

Recipe can be easily doubled!

Nutrition

Calories: 158kcal, Carbohydrates: 3g, Protein: 24g, Fat: 3g, Cholesterol: 72mg, Sodium: 538mg, Potassium: 540mg, Sugar: 3g, Vitamin A: 395IU, Vitamin C: 3.8mg, Calcium: 9mg, Iron: 0.6mg

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