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Instant Pot Chipotle Chicken

Super tender and easy to do in the Instant Pot. Perfect for burrito bowls.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Servings: 6

Ingredients

  • 1 small onion, quartered
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 2 tablespoons chipotle in adobo sauce
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 2 teaspoons cumin
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 cup chicken stock
  • Salt and Pepper
  • 2 pounds chicken thighs

Instructions

  • Trim any large pieces of fat from the chicken thighs.
  • In the pressure cooker pot, combine all the ingredients and give a quick stir. Coat the chicken with the braising liquid on both sides when place the chicken inside the pot.
  • Close the Instant Pot with the lid and seal. Cook on high pressure for 8 minutes. You can release naturally for 5 minutes and then release the remaining pressure manually.
  • Transfer the cooked chicken thighs to a cutting board. Shred the chicken with 2 forks. Enjoy.