Chicken Enchilada Recipe Instant Pot

May 16, 2023 Post a Comment

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Instant Pot Chicken Enchiladas Smells Like Home from www.smells-like-home.com

Description

Chicken enchilada is a Mexican dish that consists of rolled corn tortillas filled with shredded chicken, cheese, and other ingredients. This dish is often topped with a rich and flavorful enchilada sauce and garnished with cheese and herbs. It is a delicious, comforting meal that is sure to please everyone. This chicken enchilada recipe is made in the Instant Pot, so it is easy and quick to make. In just a few minutes, you can have a delicious and hearty meal that your family will love.

Prep Time

This chicken enchilada recipe takes about 10 minutes of prep time. You will need to gather the ingredients and have them ready to go. This includes the chicken, enchilada sauce, cheese, and other ingredients. You will also need to shred the chicken and measure out the ingredients. Once everything is ready, you can start cooking.

Cook Time

Cooking this chicken enchilada recipe in the Instant Pot only takes about 10 minutes. Once you have added all the ingredients to the pot, you will need to set the timer and let the Instant Pot do the rest of the work. The pressure cooker will do the work for you and you can have a delicious meal in no time.

Ingredients

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 jar enchilada sauce
2 cups shredded cheese
1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
2 cups cooked rice
1 small onion, diced
1 bell pepper, diced
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
8-10 small corn tortillas
Optional garnishes (sour cream, cilantro, avocado, etc)

Instructions

1. Start by adding the chicken breasts to the Instant Pot and pour in 1 cup of water. Secure the lid and make sure the pressure release valve is set to sealing. Cook on high pressure for 8 minutes. When the cooking time is up, quick release the pressure. Once the pressure is released, carefully remove the chicken and shred it using two forks.

2. Add the shredded chicken back to the Instant Pot and add the enchilada sauce, beans, rice, onion, bell pepper, garlic powder, cumin, chili powder, and paprika. Stir to combine and season with salt and pepper to taste. Secure the lid and make sure the pressure release valve is set to sealing. Cook on high pressure for 4 minutes. When the cooking time is up, quick release the pressure.

3. While the enchilada filling is cooking, prepare the tortillas. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add one tortilla at a time and warm for about 30 seconds per side. As the tortillas are done, place them on a plate and cover with a damp paper towel to keep them warm.

4. To assemble the enchiladas, place a few tablespoons of the filling on each tortilla. Top with some shredded cheese and roll the tortillas up. Place the enchiladas in the Instant Pot and top with the remaining enchilada sauce and cheese. Secure the lid and make sure the pressure release valve is set to sealing. Cook on high pressure for 2 minutes. When the cooking time is up, quick release the pressure.

5. When the pressure is released, carefully remove the lid and transfer the enchiladas to a serving platter. Garnish with sour cream, cilantro, avocado, or any other desired garnish. Serve warm and enjoy!

Equipment

Instant Pot
Large skillet
Spoon
Fork
Serving platter

Notes

This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled if you need to feed a larger crowd. You can also add other ingredients to the enchilada filling, such as corn, olives, or diced tomatoes.

Nutrition: per serving

Calories: 350
Fat: 10 grams
Carbohydrates: 45 grams
Protein: 20 grams
Fiber: 4 grams

Recipe Tips

This recipe is great for meal prep. You can make the enchiladas ahead of time and simply reheat them when you are ready to eat. To make this dish even healthier, you can use whole wheat tortillas. You can also substitute the chicken with ground turkey or shredded beef.

Once you make this chicken enchilada recipe in the Instant Pot, you will never want to make it any other way. It is a delicious, comforting meal that is sure to please everyone. It is also easy and quick to make, so you can have a delicious meal on the table in no time. Give this recipe a try and enjoy!