Description

Instant Pot Chicken Tinga with Shaved Cabbage Crudité is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines tender, smoky chicken with a spicy chipotle sauce, all served atop crisp cabbage. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, delivering a delightful taste experience without the stress. With its colorful presentation and customizable toppings, it’s sure to impress family and friends alike.

Ingredients

Scale

3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
2 tsp olive oil
1 large onion, diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 canned chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (adjust for spice)
1 can (14.5 oz) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
2 cups shaved cabbage
Fresh cilantro, chopped for garnish

Instructions

Set Instant Pot to “Sauté” mode and heat olive oil. Add diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
Add chicken breasts; season with salt and pepper and stir to coat.
In a bowl, mix chipotle peppers, diced tomatoes, and chicken broth; pour over chicken in the pot.
Seal the lid and set to “Manual” high pressure for 15 minutes. Release pressure carefully after cooking.
Remove chicken and shred using two forks; return shredded chicken to pot and stir.
Serve over shaved cabbage, garnished with cilantro.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Pressure Cooking
Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 480mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 45g
Cholesterol: 110mg

Keywords: - For extra flavor depth, consider searing the chicken before adding other ingredients. - Feel free to substitute chicken with pork or jackfruit for a different twist. - Customize your toppings with avocado or lime for added freshness.