Spicy Pressure Cooker Pepper Jack Chicken 🌶️🍗

This zesty and creamy pepper jack chicken is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual gathering with friends. The pressure cooker enhances the flavors beautifully, making the chicken juicy and tender in no time. The spicy pepper jack cheese adds a delightful kick that will leave your taste buds dancing. Pair it with rice, tortillas, or veggies for a complete meal!

Ingredients

For the chicken

• 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste

For the topping

• 1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
• Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
• Sour cream (optional, for serving)

Instructions

1. Sauté the Aromatics
   Set your pressure cooker to the sauté function and heat olive oil. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.

2. Cook the Chicken
   Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, chili powder, cumin, and paprika. Add the seasoned chicken to the pot and pour in the chicken broth and diced tomatoes. Stir to combine.

3. Pressure Cook
   Close the lid of the pressure cooker and set it to cook on high pressure for 10 minutes. Once the cooking time is complete, let it naturally release pressure for 5 minutes before doing a quick release for any remaining pressure.

4. Melt the Cheese
   Carefully open the lid and shred the chicken in the pot using two forks, mixing it with the sauce. Stir in the shredded pepper jack cheese until it’s melted and creamy.

5. Serve
   Transfer the mixture to a serving dish, garnish with fresh cilantro, and serve warm. For an extra touch, add a dollop of sour cream on top!

👩‍🍳 For best results, use high-quality pepper jack cheese for optimal meltiness and flavor! Feel free to adjust the spice level by adding more or fewer spices.

Variations

• Low-Carb: Serve over cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles for a lighter option. 🥒
• Fiery: Add diced jalapeños or hatch green chilies for an extra kick! 🔥
• Vegetarian: Substitute chicken with firm tofu or chickpeas and adjust the cooking time accordingly. Tofu can be sautéed for a few minutes for a crispier texture.
• One-Pot Wonder: To make it a complete meal, add diced bell peppers and corn to the pot before pressure cooking.

Enjoy your meal and the spicy explosion of flavors with every bite! 🌮🍴