Instant Pot Mexican Chicken
Shredded Instant Pot Mexican chicken with beans and corn. 360 calories, 34g protein, meal-prep star.
Instant Pot Mexican Chicken has 360 calories per serving, with 34g protein, 32g carbs, 9g fat, and 8g fiber. Prep 10 min, cook 15 min.
Nutrition per serving
4 serving(s)
360
Calories
34g
Protein
68% DV
32g
Carbs
12% DV
9g
Fat
12% DV
* %DV based on a 2000 calorie diet
💪 34g protein per serving.
🫘 8g fiber per serving.
Nutrition values are estimates based on standard ingredient data and may vary with the brands and portions you use. How we calculate nutrition.
Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
15 min
Servings
4
Est. Cost
$5.00
Instant Pot Mexican Chicken
This Instant Pot Mexican chicken shreds into a saucy, high-protein filling of chicken, black beans, and corn in under 30 minutes. Use it in tacos, bowls, or burritos all week.
Ingredients
- 16 oz chicken breast (about 2 breasts)
- 1 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 10 oz canned diced tomatoes with green chiles
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp ground cumin
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Turn the Instant Pot to Sauté and cook the onion and garlic 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the chicken breasts, black beans, corn, tomatoes, cumin, chili powder, and broth.
- Stir to combine and scrape the bottom to prevent sticking.
- Lock the lid, set the valve to Sealing, and pressure cook on High for 12 minutes.
- Quick-release the pressure and transfer the chicken to a bowl.
- Shred the chicken with two forks and return it to the pot, stirring into the sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 360 kcal |
| Protein | 34g |
| Carbs | 32g |
| Fat | 9g |
| Fiber | 8g |
Tips
- This filling works in tacos, over rice, or stuffed in bell peppers.
- Freeze flat in zip bags for instant burrito bowls later.
- Top with salsa and cilantro instead of cheese to keep calories low.
Dietary tags
What do these tags mean?
- High protein
- ≥ 25g protein per serving.
- High fiber
- ≥ 8g fiber per serving.
- Meal prep
- Stores 3+ days in the fridge or is freezer-friendly with reheat instructions.
- Low calorie
- Under 300 calories per serving.
- No cook
- No heat source required — assemble and eat.
Definitions are consistent across the site. Nutrition values are estimates based on standard U.S. database values; actual results vary by brand and portion.
🧊 Storage & Reheat
Fridge
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Freezer
Not recommended for freezing.
Reheat
Microwave 700W for 60–90 seconds, or until steaming hot throughout. Add a splash of broth or water to prevent drying.
Equipment
instant pot
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