Miguels Adobo Chicken (InstaPot Version)

Source : Mix The Adobo Ingredients Together In A Small Mixing Bowl If You Have Leftover You Can Save It For Next Time Or Use It In Place Of Taco Seasoning Etc...

PreTime
more Minutes
CookTime
a few Minutes
Yield
Some Servings

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at : July 26, 2026

Step:

  1. Mix the adobo ingredients together in a small mixing bowl. If you have leftover, you can save it for next time or use it in place of taco seasoning, etc.

  2. Coat the chicken with salt and the adobo seasoning on all sides and place covered in the fridge for at least 3-4 hours or overnight.

  3. For the sauce, boil 4 cups of water. While the water is heating up, take the dried chilis and remove stems and seeds. Once water reaches a boil, remove from heat and submerge dried peppers in the water. Cover and steep for 15 minutes.

  4. While the peppers are steeping, place the chicken stock, vinegar, garlic, and tomato paste in a blender. When the chilis are ready, add to blender also and blend until smooth.

  5. In a large pan, heat approx 2-3 tbs oil on med-high heat. When oil is hot, saut the chicken for approx 7-8 mins on each side until browned well.

    Miguels Adobo Chicken (InstaPot Version) recipe step 5 photo
  6. Move browned chicken to the InstaPot and cover with the sauce. Set cooker on high pressure for 20 minutes and let pressure decrease naturally (approx 15-20 mins).

  7. Serve topped chopped onions and cilantro with a side of rice or serve in tacos with your favorite toppings! Yumm!!


Ingredients

  1. Adobo Seasoning:
  2. 4 tbs Paprika (I use Smoked Paprika occasionally for a more smoky flavor)
  3. 3 tbs Ground Black Pepper
  4. 2 tbs Onion Powder
  5. 2 tbs Cumin
  6. 2 tbs Mexican Oregano (regular will work in a pinch)
  7. 1 tbs Chipotle Powder
  8. 1 tbs Garlic Powder
  9. to taste Salt,
  10. Sauce:
  11. 6 dried Guajillo Chili Pods
  12. 2 dried Ancho Chili Pods
  13. 2 cups Chicken Stock
  14. 1/2 cup Apple Cider Vinegar
  15. 6 cloves garlic, minced
  16. 4 tbs Tomato Paste
  17. Chicken:
  18. 2-3 lbs Chicken Breast
  19. 2-3 tbs cooking oil

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