Pressure Cooker Mexican Shredded Chicken

Name: Pressure Cooker Mexican Shredded Chicken
Total time: 37 min
Yield: 6 serving(s)
Ingredients: 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts; 1 tablespoon ground cumin; 2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1½ teaspoons garlic powder; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided; 1 yellow onion, thinly sliced; 2 teaspoons minced garlic; 1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes; 3 chipotle peppers in adobo, finely chopped; 1 lime, juiced

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Pressure Cooker Mexican Shredded Chicken

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Mexican-style shredded chicken is easy to make in a pressure cooker with this recipe. You’ll get a delicious meat for whatever Mexican dishes you prefer, or just serve it with tortillas, rice, and an assortment of toppings. The key to authentic smoky/spicy flavor is using chipotle peppers in adobo sauce. When finely chopped they virtually disappear into the tender and juicy meat, but the flavor they impart is distinct and delicious! Finish with a squeeze of fresh lime or a sprinkle of fresh herbs for the full experience.

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This Mexican Shredded Chicken reheats well and is perfect for packed lunches. Store in individual-sized airtight containers in the refrigerator and enjoy throughout the week!

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving: 263 calories; 9g fat; 5.0g carbohydrates; 38g protein; 102mg cholesterol; 804mg sodium.

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Amount Per Serving
Calories 263		Calories from Fat84
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 9g		14%
	Saturated Fat2g	9%
	Trans Fat0.0g
	Polyunsaturated Fat1.6g
	Monounsaturated Fat5.0g
Cholesterol 102mg		34%
Sodium 804mg		33%
Total Carbohydrate 5.0g		2%
	Dietary Fiber1g	5%
	Sugars1.9g
Protein 38g

Vitamin A6%		Vitamin C17%
Calcium4%		Iron13%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs:

		Calories:	2,000	2,500
Total Fat		Less than	65g	80g
	Saturated Fat	Less than	20g	25g
Cholesterol		Less than	300mg	300 mg
Sodium		Less than	2,400mg	2,400mg
Total Carbohydrate			300g	375g
	Dietary Fiber		25g	30g

Calories per gram:

Fat 9 • Carbohydrate 4 • Protein 4

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Katie Hason says:

I use this recipe for everything! Tacos, enchiladas, quesadillas, etc. It's perfect for all of my favorite Mexican dishes. The cumin, tomatoes, and chipotle peppers in adobo give it incredible flavor. It works with thighs and breasts, I've tried both. Definitely a favorite.

Blaire Benike says:

This recipe is a keeper! I can’t believe how much flavor this recipe has, it tastes like it’s been cooking for hours!

Gary Wieseckel says:

This is absolutely delicious. The chicken is juicy and I agree it is a keeper. We used Penney’s Chipotle seasoning which worked great.