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Instant Pot Hawaiian Chicken Tacos with Jalapeño Ranch Slaw Recipe

Instant Pot Hawaiian Chicken Tacos with Jalapeño Ranch Slaw Recipe


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4.6 from 17 reviews

  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 8 tacos 1x
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

These Instant Pot Hawaiian Chicken Tacos with a zesty Jalapeño Ranch Slaw are a delightful fusion of flavors, perfect for a quick and tasty meal.


Ingredients

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For the Hawaiian Chicken:

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1 cup pineapple juice
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water

For the Jalapeño Ranch Slaw:

  • 2 cups shredded green cabbage
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/2 cup sliced jalapeños (fresh or pickled)
  • 1/2 cup ranch dressing
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Hawaiian Chicken: In the Instant Pot, combine chicken, pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, and rice vinegar. Cook on high pressure for 12 minutes, then shred the chicken.
  2. Thicken the Sauce: Whisk cornstarch and water, then stir into the cooking liquid. Cook until slightly thickened. Return shredded chicken to coat in the sauce.
  3. Make the Jalapeño Ranch Slaw: Combine cabbage, carrots, cilantro, jalapeños, ranch dressing, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
  4. Assemble Tacos: Warm tortillas, fill with Hawaiian chicken, top with jalapeño ranch slaw, and serve with lime wedges.

Notes

  • Add fresh pineapple for extra sweetness.
  • For a spicier slaw, use fresh jalapeños with seeds.
  • The slaw can be made ahead and chilled for up to 2 days.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Instant Pot
  • Cuisine: Hawaiian, Fusion

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 taco
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 780mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 24g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg