Dump and Start Instant Pot Chicken Fajitas
A quick and easy recipe for flavorful chicken fajitas made in the Instant Pot, perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 bell pepper, sliced (any color works)
- 1 onion, sliced
- 1 packet fajita seasoning
- 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies (14.5 oz)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Tortillas
- Optional toppings: avocado, sour cream, cheese, cilantro
Instructions
- Add the chicken breasts in the Instant Pot.
- Add the sliced bell pepper, onion, fajita seasoning, and diced tomatoes to the pot.
- Stir everything together to evenly coat the chicken and vegetables with the seasoning.
- Close the lid of the Instant Pot and ensure the valve is set to sealing.
- Set the pot to cook on high pressure for 10 minutes.
- Once the cooking time is complete, allow for a natural release for 5 minutes, and then perform a quick release for any remaining pressure.
- Open the lid and use two forks to shred the chicken in the pot. Mix well with the vegetables to combine.
- Spoon the chicken and vegetable mixture into tortillas and add your choice of toppings.
Notes
The fajita seasoning provides a flavorful kick; feel free to use homemade seasoning as a healthier alternative. You can substitute chicken thighs for chicken breasts if you prefer a richer flavor.