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Easy Instant Pot Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe 5 Ingredients Perfect for Busy Weeknights

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A quick and comforting chicken tortilla soup made in the Instant Pot with just five simple ingredients, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450 grams) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1 (14.5-ounce / 411 grams) can diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 4 cups (1 liter) chicken broth, low-sodium preferred
  • 1 cup (150 grams) frozen corn, no thawing needed
  • 1 cup (30 grams) tortilla strips for topping

Instructions

  1. Pat 1 pound (450 grams) of boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs dry. Season lightly with about ½ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon black pepper. (5 minutes)
  2. Pour 4 cups (1 liter) of chicken broth into the Instant Pot. Add the canned diced tomatoes with green chilies and 1 cup (150 grams) of frozen corn. Nestle the chicken pieces into the broth. (2 minutes)
  3. Secure the lid and set the Instant Pot to Manual or Pressure Cook on high for 10 minutes. Allow a natural pressure release for 10 minutes, then quick release any remaining pressure. (20 minutes)
  4. Open the lid and transfer the chicken to a plate. Shred into bite-sized pieces using two forks. Return shredded chicken to the pot and stir well. Add cayenne or hot sauce if desired. (5 minutes)
  5. Ladle soup into bowls and top with about 1 cup (30 grams) of crispy tortilla strips. Add optional garnishes like shredded cheese, avocado, fresh cilantro, or a squeeze of lime. (5 minutes)

Notes

Use thawed or fresh chicken for best results; frozen chicken may require extra cooking time and can thin the soup. Toast tortilla strips in a dry skillet for best crunch. Season chicken before cooking to enhance flavor. Natural pressure release keeps chicken tender. Adjust spice level at the end. Store leftovers without crunchy toppings to maintain texture.

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