Comin’ in hot with a brand new instant pot salsa chicken meal prep recipe – here to rescue your weekly lunch routine! This protein-packed recipe is about to be on easy meal repeat.

I’m not going to say this is an authentic Mexican dish by any stretch of the imagination, but it is a fiesta for your taste buds and it’s going to add some flair to your meal prep roster.

Tender bites of chicken (see below), fluffy rice, hearty black beans, and tangy green salsa take this make-ahead recipe to the next level.

Dust Off Your Instant Pot

I know the instant pot already had its heyday a couple of years ago and its been all-but replaced with the almighty air fryer. But I mean, have we already forgotten what a time-saving wizard this kitchen gadget is?

First of all, I don’t have an air fryer AND I’m still in love with my instant pot – specifically for recipes like this salsa chicken meal prep. So we’re bringing it back!

This is your sign to pull the instant pot out of the pantry or cabinet and put it back to work.  It’s perfect for busy lifestyles and people who hate doing dishes (so, like… all of us?)

The Ingredients You’ll Need For Salsa Chicken Meal Prep

Ingredients:

•  1 lb. chicken breasts
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 Tablespoon olive oil
• 14 ounces of salsa verde (or regular salsa)
• 1 packet taco seasoning (I like Siete brand)
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 can black beans
• cheese (I love cotija, but regular Mexican shredded blend works!)

FAQs

• To reheat these, simply remove the lid, cover loosely with foil, and place into the oven at 350º for 15-20 minutes. You can also microwave them, but I don’t have a microwave, so….
• I love my Pyrex meal prep containers. They’re glass so you can reheat them in the oven and dishwasher-friendly.
• These stay good in the fridge for up to a week.

We love a good minimal effort, filling, and easy clean up option for meal prep! But this doubles as a spicy, savory dish that’s perfect for weekday lunches and dinners. This recipe is versatile, allowing you to customize the heat level to your liking, and the leftovers are even better the next day.

Thanks so much for stopping by! I hope you enjoy this hot honey roasted cauliflower recipe – when you make it, be sure to leave a comment and a review below. I love hearing what you think! 

Instant Pot Salsa Chicken Meal Prep

This Instant Pot salsa chicken recipe makes for quick and easy meal prep. Lots of protein, healthy carbs, and tons of flavor.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Course Main Course

Servings 4

Ingredients

  

• 1 lb. chicken breasts
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 Tablespoon olive oil
• 14 ounces of salsa verde or regular salsa
• 1 packet taco seasoning I like Siete brand
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 can black beans
• cheese I love cotija, but regular Mexican shredded blend works!
• cilantro

Instructions

 

• Add olive oil to the bottom of your instant pot. Add water, rice, salsa, salt, and half of the taco seasoning. Stir to combine.
• Cut your chicken breasts into 6-8 even pieces. Then season with the remaining taco seasoning. with your favorite spices and some salt. Place the chicken on top of the ingredients in the instant pot.
• Turn the instant pot on high pressure for 7 minutes. When it beeps, use the quick release valve for the steam.
• Remove and chop or shred the chicken. Drain the black beans and mix them into the instant pot.
• Portion into meal prep containers or bowls if you're having this for dinner! Top with cheese, cilantro, lime, avocado, etc!

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