Instant Pot Salsa Chicken Taquitos

Imagine coming home after a whirlwind day, and you’re famished. You’re craving something comforting, crunchy, and just a tiny bit spicy. Enter my go-to, put-it-on-repeat recipe: Instant Pot Salsa Chicken Taquitos! It’s super easy, requires minimal clean-up, and packs a serious flavor punch. With just a few ingredients, you’ll be making a snack (or a meal—I won’t judge) so delicious that you might not even want to share.

Alright, so picture this: my little family literally cheers when they catch even a hint of that salsa chicken scent wafting from the kitchen. It’s like I’ve just announced we’re going to Disneyland, but nope, it’s just dinner. Even my husband, who’s king of the picky eaters, gives this a thumbs up every time. We’ve made it while entertaining friends, lounging during lazy Sundays, and yep, it makes an appearance on frantic Tuesday nights too. These taquitos have truly become a legend in our household storybook.

Why You’ll Love This Instant Pot Salsa Chicken Taquitos

– Want something that feels like a bear hug—but spicy? Here it is.
– Only require like, three brain cells to make, which is perfect for when you’re living life on the chaotic side.
– Great for feeding a crowd or just yourself when no one’s watching.
– You can dip them into anything. Seriously, anything. Even leftovers.

How to Make It

Alright, grab your Instant Pot because we’re going to let it do all the heavy lifting. First, toss your chicken breasts in there. Yep, just plop ’em in. Now, dump in some salsa—your favorite kind. You like it hot? Go for it. Mild? That works too. Pop on the lid, set it to pressure cook for 15 minutes, and go pour yourself a glass of something because it’s break time.

While that’s cooking, let’s talk tortillas. You want them small and corn for the real magic to happen. Warm them up a bit so they don’t crack when you roll them later.

Once the chicken is done, let it do that cool thing where the steam releases. Shred that juicy goodness right in the pot. Mix in a good helping of cheese — pepper jack makes it zesty, cheddar makes it classic — and let everything get gooey.

Then comes the fun part: roll ’em up! Spoon a little mix into each tortilla and roll it tight, like you’re swaddling a baby. Fry ‘em up until they’re golden and crispy. Trick: brush with oil and bake if you want a less greasy version.

Ingredient Notes

– Chicken Breasts: I mean, anything goes here. You could even use frozen if you spaced on defrosting.
– Salsa: So much flavor in one jar. If you decide to go rogue and use homemade, you win extra points.
– Cheese: Listen, cheese is never optional in my book. You do you. Just don’t forget it like I did once. Sad day.

Recipe Steps

1. Place chicken breasts in the Instant Pot. Cover with salsa.
2. Secure the lid, set to pressure cook for 15 minutes.
3. Warm tortillas to make rolling easier.
4. Release steam, shred chicken directly in the pot.
5. Mix in cheese until melted and gooey.
6. Spoon mixture into warm tortillas, roll them up tight.
7. Fry or bake until crispy and gold.

What to Serve It With

Tips & Mistakes

Storage Tips

So, about storing these bad boys—if you have some left, toss them in an airtight container. They’ll cozy up in your fridge for a couple of days, but they won’t be crisp by then. No worries, pop them in a toaster oven, and they’ll crisp right back up. Eating them cold, like sneaking to the fridge at midnight? There’s definitely no shame in that game.

Variations and Substitutions

Feeling bold? Swap chicken with beef or even black beans—it’s a flavor fiesta. No corn tortillas? Flour works too but will feel different—a bit less crunchy, still good though. If your cheese drawer looks empty but you’ve got cream cheese, give it a go—turns into a whole different but equally vibey experience.

Frequently Asked Questions

Instant Pot Salsa Chicken Taquitos

This easy Instant Pot Salsa Chicken Taquitos recipe is full of flavor, ready in under 30 minutes, and perfect for a quick dinner or game day snack.

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Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes minutes

Servings: 6

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

 

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Main Ingredients

• ▢ 1.5 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
• ▢ 1 cup salsa preferably medium spicy
• ▢ 0.5 tsp ground cumin
• ▢ 0.5 tsp garlic powder
• ▢ 12 count corn tortillas small size
• ▢ 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• ▢ 2 tbsp vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

Preparation Steps

• Add chicken breasts, salsa, cumin, and garlic powder into the Instant Pot.
• Seal the Instant Pot and cook on high pressure for 15 minutes.
• Quick release the pressure and shred the chicken using two forks.
• Mix shredded chicken with the salsa mixture in the pot.
• Warm the corn tortillas to make them pliable, then spoon chicken mixture onto each tortilla and sprinkle with cheddar cheese.
• Roll tortillas tightly into taquitos.
• Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat and fry taquitos until golden and crispy, about 2 minutes per side.
• Drain on paper towels and serve warm.

Notes

These taquitos are great served with guacamole, sour cream, or extra salsa. Perfect for a family meal or party appetizer.