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Instant Pot King Ranch Chicken Recipe

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King Ranch Chicken Recipe Leite's Culinaria
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Description

This Instant Pot King Ranch Chicken is an easy dinner that is sure to please everyone! It’s made with chicken, creamy cheese, and a homemade Tex-Mex inspired sauce. It’s a one-pot meal that’s ready in no time and it’s perfect for busy weeknights. Serve it with a side of Mexican rice and a simple salad for a complete meal. It’s also great for meal prep, as it can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to three days.

Prep Time

This Instant Pot King Ranch Chicken takes about 10 minutes to prep and just a few minutes to cook in the Instant Pot. It’s a great dinner for busy weeknights, as it can be made in no time.

Cook Time

This Instant Pot King Ranch Chicken only takes about 8 minutes to cook in the Instant Pot. It’s a quick and easy dinner that’s sure to please everyone!

Ingredients

For this Instant Pot King Ranch Chicken, you’ll need:

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chiles
  • 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chiles
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup sour cream

Instructions

To make this Instant Pot King Ranch Chicken, follow these simple steps:

  1. Add the chicken and chicken broth to the Instant Pot.
  2. Add the diced tomatoes with green chiles, diced green chiles, chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to the Instant Pot.
  3. Stir to combine.
  4. Close the lid of the Instant Pot and set the pressure release valve to “sealing”.
  5. Cook on high pressure for 8 minutes.
  6. Once the cooking time is complete, carefully quick release the pressure.
  7. Stir in the cheese and sour cream.
  8. Serve immediately.

Equipment

To make this Instant Pot King Ranch Chicken, you’ll need:

  • A 6-quart or larger Instant Pot
  • A wooden spoon

Notes

This Instant Pot King Ranch Chicken can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. To reheat, simply place in the microwave for 1-2 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition: Per Serving

This Instant Pot King Ranch Chicken is a healthy dinner option, as it is low in calories and packed with lots of vitamins and minerals. Per serving, it contains:

  • 213 calories
  • 13.6 g fat
  • 62 mg cholesterol
  • 636 mg sodium
  • 7.3 g carbohydrates
  • 2.2 g fiber
  • 2.7 g sugar
  • 20.9 g protein

Recipe Tips

To make this Instant Pot King Ranch Chicken even easier, you can use pre-cooked and shredded chicken. Simply add it at the end of the cooking time and stir to combine. You can also use a store-bought rotisserie chicken for an even quicker meal. You can also add other vegetables to this dish, such as bell peppers, corn, or onions. You can also add other spices to the sauce, such as cayenne pepper or smoked chipotle powder.

This Instant Pot King Ranch Chicken is a great meal that can be made in no time. It’s a one-pot meal that’s packed with flavor and it’s sure to please everyone. Serve it with a side of Mexican rice and a simple salad for a complete meal. It’s also great for meal prep, as it can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to three days.


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