Instant Pot Chicken Chili
This Instant Pot Chicken Chili is a delicious green chili that's simple to make and only requires a few ingredients. It's made without beans or tomatoes for a tasty, flavorful chili that's lower in carbs!
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 2½ lbs. chicken breasts, boneless & skinless
- 16 oz. salsa verde
Toppings
- 2 packages queso fresco, (crumbled, or sour cream)
- 2 avocados, diced
- 8 radishes, chopped fine
- 8 springs cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Set the Instant Pot to the sauté setting on medium.
- Add the vegetable oil.
- Add the onion and cook for 3 minutes, stirring frequently until the onion begins to soften.
- Add the garlic, and stir for another minute.
- Add the cumin and oregano and stir for another minute.
- Pour ½ of the salsa verde into the pot. Top with the chicken breasts and pour the remaining salsa verde over the chicken.
- Place the lid on the Instant Pot, turn the valve to “sealing,” and select “manual”. Set the timer for 10 minutes.
- Once the timer is up, let the pressure release naturally (will take 8-10 minutes).
- After the pressure has come down, open the lid, transfer the chicken to a medium bowl, and shred with a fork.
- Return the chicken to the pot and stir to combine with the rest of the ingredients.
Notes
This recipe is for 8 servings of chili.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
For longer storage, place in an airtight container in the freezer and consume within 3 months.
Nutrition Info Per Serving
Nutrition Facts
Instant Pot Chicken Chili
Amount per Serving
Calories
253
% Daily Value*
Fat
12.3
g
19
%
Saturated Fat
2.3
g
12
%
Trans Fat
0
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
3.9
g
Cholesterol
71.9
mg
24
%
Sodium
542.9
mg
23
%
Potassium
615.6
mg
18
%
Carbohydrates
9.1
g
3
%
Fiber
3.8
g
15
%
Sugar
3.3
g
4
%
Protein
30.1
g
60
%
Vitamin A
285
IU
6
%
Vitamin C
18.2
mg
22
%
Calcium
47
mg
5
%
Iron
1.6
mg
9
%
Net carbs
5.3
g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.