How to Make Instant Pot Chicken Taco Soup - A Step-by-Step Guide

Looking for a quick and easy dinner option that's bursting with flavor? Look no further than this Instant Pot Chicken Taco Soup! This hearty and comforting soup is loaded with tender chicken, zesty taco seasonings, and a variety of delicious toppings. With the help of your trusty Instant Pot, you can have this satisfying meal on the table in no time. Whether you're feeding a hungry family or looking to meal prep for the week, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.

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Ingredients

  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1 (4 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breast
  • ½ cup uncooked white rice
  • 1 (10 ounce) can roasted tomatoes with green chiles (such as Ro-Tel®)
  • ½ cup corn
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • ½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins
  • Servings: 5

  • Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot) and select Saute function. Add onion and butter to the hot pot. Cook and stir until fragrant and onion has softened, about 3 minutes, adding garlic during the last 30 seconds. Remove onion mixture to a small bowl. Hit Cancel. Add chicken broth, chicken breast, and rice.
  • Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 10 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Remove chicken breast, and shred.
  • Add tomatoes and corn to the pot, along with shredded chicken. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 3 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Stir in reserved onion mixture, taco seasoning, cumin, salt, and pepper. Add Cheddar cheese and stir until melted.
  • Nutrition

    231 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 41mg
    • Sodium: 1335mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 25g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 11g
    • Vitamin C: 6mg
    • Calcium: 108mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 201mg