Easy Instant Pot Shredded Chicken

Method

1. 1

   In a small bowl mix together the oregano, garlic powder, chili powder, salt and pepper. Season the chicken breasts with the spice mixture.

2. 2

   Put about 1/2 of a cup of salsa on the bottom of the instant pot. You want to make sure there is a thin layer on the bottom.

3. 3

   Place the chicken breasts on top of the salsa and then pour the reminaing salsa on top of the chicken breasts.

4. 4

   Add a 1/4 cup of water to the pressure cooker and seal the lid. Put the steam knob to the sealed position. Set the instant pot to Manual HIGH for 10 minutes, followed by 5 minutes of natural release then quick release the rest of the steam and pressure. Make sure to turn the instant pot off when you do this and point the steam away from you.

5. 5

   Remove the chicken and put it in a large bowl. Use two forks to shred the chicken. Add the chicken back to the instant pot and give it a good stir. If there is too much liquid you can drian some of that off.

6. 6

   Serve in rice bowls, tacos, salads or other Mexican dishes.