Chicken Carnitas
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By Ashlyn Bronson
Chicken Carnitas
4 steps
Prep:10minCook:40min
Updated at: Thu, 17 Aug 2023 09:51:01 GMT
Nutrition balance score
Unbalanced
Glycemic Index
34
Low
Glycemic Load
2
Low
Nutrition per serving
Calories403.3 kcal (20%)
Total Fat28.5 g (41%)
Carbs7.2 g (3%)
Sugars3.1 g (3%)
Protein28.7 g (57%)
Sodium952.9 mg (48%)
Fiber1 g (4%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
6 servings
Instructions
Step 1
Prep garlic as noted. Combine orange juice, lime juice, cumin, chili powder, oregano, salt and chipotle powder in a bowl or jar and mix well.
Step 2
Prepare any optional toppings/serving items to have them ready for when the chicken is finished cooking.
Step 3
Place chicken in the Instant Pot and add in the garlic. Pour the carnitas sauce all over the chicken and toss to coat.
Step 4
Secure the lid on the instant pot and close the pressure valve. Press the “manual” button (or “pressure cook” button) and set the time to cook for 10 minutes at high pressure. Once the time is up, carefully quick release the pressure manually.
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