Ingredients
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- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- Juice of 2 limes
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
Instructions
- Prep the Chicken: Pound chicken to an even thickness and pat dry.
- Season the Chicken: Combine seasoning mix and coat chicken.
- Add Ingredients to the Pot Instant Pot: Place chicken in Instant Pot and pour in broth. Add jalapeño if desired.
- Pressure Cook Instant Pot: Cook for 8-12 minutes depending on chicken thickness.
- Release Pressure Instant Pot: Allow natural release for 10 minutes, then quick release remaining pressure.
- Shred the Chicken Instant Pot: Shred chicken with forks.
- Add Lime and Cilantro Instant Pot: Stir in lime juice and cilantro, let absorb for a few minutes.
- Add Ingredients to the Slow Cooker: Place chicken in slow cooker, add broth and jalapeño if using.
- Slow Cook Slow Cooker: Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- Shred the Chicken Slow Cooker: Remove and shred chicken.
- Add Lime and Cilantro Slow Cooker: Stir in lime juice and cilantro and let sit before serving.
Notes
Use room temperature chicken for even cooking. Adjust cook time based on thickness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Instant Pot / Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 60g
- Cholesterol: 120mg