Chicken Carnitas

These chicken carnitas are loaded with Mexican spices, onions, garlic, fresh squeezed orange and lime juice.

1

SEASON CHICKEN

Combine the cumin, oregano, chili powder, salt and pepper in a shallow bowl. Sprinkle over the chicken thighs and set aside.

2

SEAR CHICKEN

Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in the Instant Pot on the SAUTE setting. Add in chicken and brown on both sides, 1-2 minutes a side. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.

3

SAUTE ONION & GARLIC

Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil to the Instant Pot. Add in the onions and garlic and saute for 3-4 minutes to get some color on the onions.

4

PRESSURE COOK

Stir in orange juice, lime juice, chicken broth, chipotle chili powder and bay leaves. Add the chicken back to the Instant Pot and cover with the lid. Select CANCEL on the Instant Pot then select POULTRY and set the timer to 12 minutes.

5

RELEASE STEAM

When it has finished pressure cooking move the nozzle to vent and allow the steam to fully release before opening the lid.

6

BROIL

Preheat oven to broil. Transfer the chicken to a large sheet tray and shred with two forks. Add 1/4 cup of the cooking liquid on top and broil for 5 minutes or until desired crispiness.

Serve immediately and enjoy!

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