Instant Pot Cream Cheese Chicken Chili

Instant Pot Cream Cheese Chicken Chili
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    50 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs 20 mins
  • SERVING
    6 People
  • VIEWS
    9

This creamy, Southwestern-inspired chili is a breeze to whip up in your Instant Pot and is perfect for meal prepping or a cozy weeknight dinner. The richness of the cream cheese combined with the zesty tomatoes and spices will leave you craving more!

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    25 g
  • Cholesterol
    83 mg
  • Fiber
    7 g
  • Protein
    24 g
  • Saturated Fat
    9 g
  • Sodium
    1525 mg
  • Sugar
    1 g
  • Fat
    16 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Place chicken in the Instant Pot. Add water, chicken bouillon, ranch dressing mix, chili powder, cumin, and onion powder. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure and set the timer for 23 minutes. (Estimated time to pressure: 10-15 minutes)

02

Step

Allow a natural pressure release for 10-40 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.

03

Step

Shred the chicken directly in the pot using two forks. Add diced tomatoes, black beans, and cream cheese. Close and lock the lid again. Select high pressure and set the timer for 3 minutes. (Estimated time to pressure: 10-15 minutes)

04

Step

Allow a natural pressure release for 10-40 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.

05

Step

Stir the chili until the cream cheese is fully melted and incorporated. Stir in frozen corn and chopped cilantro until heated through. Serve immediately.

For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a diced onion and a minced garlic clove when you first add the chicken.
Adjust the amount of chili powder to your preference; for a spicier chili, add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
Garnish with crushed tortilla chips, sour cream, a dollop of plain Greek yogurt, or a squeeze of lime juice for a truly personalized experience.
This chili freezes beautifully! Allow it to cool completely before transferring to freezer-safe containers or bags. It will last for up to 3 months in the freezer.

Carmen Lebsack

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.7/ 5 ( 3 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (8)
  • Rollin Schuppe

    The natural release is important. Don't skip it

  • Maryjane Weber

    I made this for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about the flavor.

  • Marty Koss

    This chili is so easy and delicious! The cream cheese makes it incredibly creamy and satisfying.

  • Deshaun Torp

    Easy to make. I replaced the chicken with chickpeas to make it vegan, and it turned out very tasty.

  • Josefina Ondricka

    My family devoured this chili! Even my picky eaters loved it. I'll definitely be making this again.

  • Houston Schmeler

    This is my new go-to chili recipe. It's so much better than anything I've made on the stovetop.

  • Lilly Bayer

    I love that this is a one-pot meal and cleanup is a breeze. I added some diced bell peppers for extra flavor.

  • Ines Dickens

    I added a can of green chiles for an extra kick. It was perfect!

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