Chipotle Chicken Tacos (Instant Pot)

Ingredients

  • 1 14.5-ounce can fire-roasted diced tomatoes, undrained

  • 1/2 cup chicken broth

  • 1-2 canned chipotle chilies in adobo

  • 2 cloves garlic, peeled

  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 12 6-inch corn tortillas, warmed

  • 3/4 cup crumbled queso fresco

  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

  • Lime wedges, for serving

Directions

  • In a blender, combine the tomatoes, broth, chipotle chilies, garlic, and cumin. Cover and blend until smooth.

  • Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Select sauté on the Instant Pot and adjust to normal. Heat the oil in the pot. Add the chicken and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until browned.

  • Add the blended tomato mixture to the pot. Press cancel. Secure the lid on the pot and close the pressure-release valve.

  • Select manual and cook at high pressure for 5 minutes. When cooking is complete, use a natural release to depressurize. Press cancel.

  • Use tongs to remove the chicken to a cutting board. Shred the chicken with a fork.

  • For a thicker sauce, select sauté and adjust to normal. Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes to reduce, stirring frequently. Add the shredded chicken back to the pot and heat through. Press cancel.

  • Serve the chicken mixture in warm tortillas, topped with queso fresco and cilantro. Serve with lime wedges.