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Chipotle Salsa Chicken

Chipotle salsa chicken is made in the Instant Pot creating tender chicken that has tons of flavor and can be served sliced or shredded.
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword chipotle chicken, shredded chipotle chicken
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Pressure Time 20 minutes
Servings 4 servings

Equipment

  • instant pot optional, I show directions for making in Instant Pot and add notes for baking chicken in the oven

Ingredients

  • 2 large chicken breasts
  • 7 ounces chipotle salsa medium or hot
  • 1/2 cup water

Creamy Chiptole Chicken

  • 4 ounces cream cheese

Instructions

  • Add the chicken breasts to the Instant Pot.
    2 large chicken breasts
  • Top with the chipotle sauce and water.
    7 ounces chipotle salsa, 1/2 cup water
  • Close the Instant Pot lid and move the nozzle to seal.
  • Set for 'Manual Pressure' for 10 minutes. Hit start.
  • Let the pressure come down naturally for 10 minutes.
  • Remove the chicken and serve either sliced or shredded in the juices.

Creamy Chipotle Chicken

  • Shred the chicken and add it back to the liquid in the Instant Pot.
  • Add 4 ounces of cream cheese to the pot.
    4 ounces cream cheese
  • Set the Instant Pot to 'Simmer' and let the cream cheese melt for about 5 minutes.
  • Serve chicken however you like. Enjoy!

Video

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Notes

Tips for making this recipe:

  • To bake in the oven: Add the chicken breasts to a baking dish and pour the chipotle sauce over the top of the chicken. Bake in the oven at 400 degrees for 25-30 minutes. Make sure the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees.
  • To store: add to a covered container and refrigerate. Eat within 3 days. Reheat leftovers in the microwave, stovetop, or oven.