How to Make Instant Pot Chicken Tinga Tostadas - A Step-by-Step Guide

Instant Pot Chicken Tinga Tostadas are a flavorful and satisfying dish that is perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. This recipe combines tender shredded chicken with smoky and spicy flavors, all served atop crispy tostadas for a delicious and easy-to-make meal. Using an Instant Pot makes this dish quick and convenient, allowing you to enjoy the rich and robust flavors of a traditional tinga in a fraction of the time.

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 onion, halved and sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
  • 1 (6.5 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1 (7 ounce) can chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 (12 ounce) package tostada shells

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot) and select Saute function. Melt butter and cook onions until soft and translucent, about 3 minutes. Add garlic and saute for 30 seconds. Stir in tomatoes, tomato sauce, and chipotle peppers. Mix in chicken and stir to combine. Close and lock the lid.
  • Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 12 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. Season with chili powder, cumin, and salt. Serve on top of tostadas with toppings of your choice.
  • Nutrition

    763 cal.

    • Total Fat: 28g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 137mg
    • Sodium: 1176mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 69g
    • Dietary Fiber: 7g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 55g
    • Vitamin C: 17mg
    • Calcium: 140mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 800mg