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Pressure Cooker Salsa Verde Chicken

Pressure Cooker Salsa Verde Chicken
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Pressure Cooker Salsa Verde Chicken is a quick, flavorful, and tender meal combining zesty tomatillo salsa verde with juicy chicken cooked perfectly under pressure. Ideal for busy weeknights, this wholesome dish uses simple, fresh ingredients and offers versatility for tacos, burrito bowls, or comforting plates with rice and beans.

Ingredients

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Protein

  • 1.5 to 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs

Sauce & Liquids

  • 1 cup fresh or store-bought tomatillo salsa verde
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth

Vegetables & Aromatics

  • 1 medium onion, roughly chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

Spices & Herbs

  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for finishing)

Additional Flavorings

  • Juice of 1 lime

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Roughly chop the onion and mince the garlic to quickly release their flavors during cooking. Measure out the salsa verde, chicken broth, and spices so everything is ready before starting.
  2. Sauté Onion and Garlic: Using the sauté function on your pressure cooker, cook the chopped onion until translucent. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, building a flavorful base for the dish.
  3. Add Chicken and Seasonings: Place the chicken pieces directly into the pot, then sprinkle with ground cumin and dried oregano to infuse warm, earthy notes into the meat.
  4. Pour in Salsa Verde and Broth: Pour the salsa verde over the chicken, then add the chicken broth. These liquids help cook the meat quickly and keep it moist and tender.
  5. Pressure Cook: Seal the lid of the pressure cooker and cook under high pressure for 10 minutes. After cooking, allow a natural pressure release for about 5 minutes before performing a quick release of the remaining steam.
  6. Shred and Finish: Remove the chicken from the pot and shred it with two forks either directly in the pot or on a separate plate. Stir the shredded chicken back into the sauce, then add fresh lime juice and chopped cilantro to brighten and finish the dish.

Notes

  • Use fresh, high-quality salsa verde for the best flavor.
  • Trim excess fat from chicken pieces to prevent greasy sauce.
  • Don’t skip the natural pressure release to keep chicken juicy and tender.
  • Adjust seasoning after cooking by tasting and adding salt or extra lime juice as needed.
  • Add vegetables like sliced bell peppers or zucchini before pressure cooking for added nutrition and texture.

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