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Instant Pot Creamy Chicken Taco Soup

A delightful, creamy chicken taco soup made effortlessly in the Instant Pot, perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course, Soup
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 6 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken breast Use fresh or frozen; increase cooking time if using frozen.
  • 1 can black beans Drained and rinsed.
  • 1 can corn Drained.
  • 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup shredded cheese To taste.
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

For Garnish

  • chopped cilantro For garnish.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Gather your ingredients.
  • Place the chicken breast at the bottom of the Instant Pot.
  • Add the black beans, corn, and diced tomatoes with their juices.
  • Sprinkle the taco seasoning over the ingredients.
  • Pour in the chicken broth.
  • Lock the lid of the Instant Pot and set the valve to the sealing position.

Cooking

  • Select the high-pressure setting and set the timer for 15 minutes.
  • Once the cooking time is up, carefully perform a quick release of the pressure.

Final Steps

  • Remove the chicken breast from the pot and shred it into bite-sized pieces.
  • Stir in the heavy cream and shredded cheese until melted.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Ladle into bowls and garnish with chopped cilantro.
  • Serve hot, with optional toppings.

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Notes

For variations, consider adding jalapeños for heat or blending in cream cheese for additional creaminess. Soup tastes better the next day as flavors develop.
Keyword Chicken Taco Soup, Comfort Food, creamy soup, Easy Dinner, Instant Pot