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    Easy Keto Instant Pot Chile Verde-

    This Easy Keto Instant Pot Chile Verde is so simple to make with only a few ingredients and still has a wonderful slow-cooked flavor but in less than an hour in the Instant Pot.  Low carb, keto, paleo, and whole 30.

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    Easy Keto Instant Pot Chile Verde- Low Carb , Keto, Paleo & Whole 30.Pin

    I love making this recipe in the slow cooker, but I was pleasantly surprised at how tender and beautifully flavored this Chile Verde Pork turned out in the Instant Pot.

    Less than an hour to make a dish that normally slow cooks for at least 8 hours!

    Hands down, my favorite new way to make this recipe is by using the electric pressure cooker/ multicooker.

    Easy Keto Instant Pot Chile Verde- Low Carb , Keto, Paleo & Whole 30.Pin
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     Easy Keto Instant PotⓇ Chile Verde

    Ingredients:

    • 2 lbs pork shoulder, cut into 6 pieces (or can use the pre-cut pork stew meat)
    • 1 ½ tablespoon avocado oil, or olive oil
    • 1 teaspoon sea salt
    • ½ teaspoon black pepper
    • 1 ½  cup salsa verde,  I used Herdez brand (or can also use my homemade salsa verde recipe)
    • 1  cup chicken broth

    Directions:

    1. Rub the pork pieces with salt and pepper. Select Saute and add the avocado oil to the inner pot of the Instant Pot.
    2. Once the Instant Pot is hot, sear pork pieces on all sides until browned for about 3 to 4 minutes per side.
    3. In a large bowl combine salsa verde and chicken broth and stir.  Pour the salsa with chicken broth over the pork in the Instant Pot.
    4. Close and lock the lid.  Turn the pressure release handle to Sealing. Select Pressure Cook (Manual) on High Pressure and set the timer for 40 minutes using the + or - buttons.
    5. The Instant pot will take a while to start, then it will beep, and a countdown will begin.
    6. Once cooking time is complete, let the pressure Naturally Release for 10 minutes (just let the pot sit for 10 minutes) and then Quick Release the remaining pressure (carefully use a wooden spoon to press the release handle to" Vent" while keeping your hands and face away from the steam).
    7. Once all pressure is released, remove the lid. Remove the pork from Instant Pot, place on a platter and shred the pork pieces with two forks (the meat should fall apart very easily).
    8. Add the shredded pork back to the sauce in the Instant Pot, stir to combine, and serve.

     Nutrition Data: Yield: 6 servings, Serving Size: ½  cup, Cal: 342, Carbs: 6g, Net Carbs: 4g, Fiber: 2g, Fat: 22g, Saturated Fat: 12g, Protein: 32g, Sugars: 4g

    *all nutritional data are estimates based on the products I used*

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    Easy Keto Instant Pot Chile Verde

    Stacey
    This Easy Keto Instant Pot Chile Verde is so simple to make with only a few ingredients and still has a wonderful slow-cooked flavor but in less than an hour in the Instant Pot.  Low Carb, Keto, Paleo and Whole 30.
    4.86 from 34 votes
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 40 minutes mins
    Pressure Release time 10 minutes mins
    Total Time 55 minutes mins
    Course instant pot, Main Course
    Cuisine instant pot, Mexican food, pressure cooker, slow cooker
    Servings 6
    Calories 342 kcal
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    Ingredients
     
     

    • 2 lbs pork shoulder cut into 6 pieces (or can use the pre-cut pork stew meat)
    • 1 ½ tablespoon avocado oil or olive oil
    • 1 teaspoon sea salt
    • ½ teaspoon black pepper
    • 1 ½ cup salsa verde I used Herdez brand (or can also use my homemade recipe)
    • 1 cup chicken broth

    Instructions
     

    • Rub the pork pieces with salt and pepper. Select Saute and add the avocado oil to the inner pot of the Instant Pot.
    • Once the Instant pot is hot, sear pork pieces on all sides until browned for about 3 to 4 minutes per side.
    • In a large bowl combine salsa verde and chicken broth and stir. Pour the salsa with chicken broth over the pork in the Instant Pot.
    • Close and lock the lid. Turn the pressure release handle to Sealing. Select Pressure Cook (Manual) on High Pressure and set the timer for 40 minutes using the + or - buttons.
    • The Instant pot will take a while to start, then it will beep, and a countdown will begin.
    • Once cooking time is complete, let the pressure Naturally Release for 10 minutes ( just let the pot sit for 10 minutes) and then Quick Release the remaining pressure (carefully use a wooden spoon to press the release handle to"Vent" while keeping your hands and face away from the steam).
    • Once all pressure is released, remove the lid. Remove the pork from Instant Pot, place on a platter and shred the pork pieces with two forks (the meat should fall apart very easily).
    • Add the shredded pork back to the sauce in the Instant Pot, stir to combine and serve.

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    Notes

    *nutritional data are estimates based on the products I used*
    Yield: 6 servings, Serving Size: ½ cup.  4g net carbs per serving. Amounts per serving:

    Nutrition

    Serving: 0.5cupCalories: 342kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 32gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 12gFiber: 2gSugar: 4g
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    1. Laurie says

      October 03, 2019 at 6:05 am

      5 stars
      Wow, I didn't change a thing! I made your homemade chile verde, then used this recipe is perfect! Next time I will double the meat!

      Reply
      • Stacey says

        October 03, 2019 at 11:04 am

        Thank you, Laurie, for trying the recipe and the salsa & for your very kind words.

        Reply
    2. Vickie Malis says

      August 01, 2019 at 4:01 pm

      5 stars
      This recipe is a GIFT. I made it earlier in the week and it was wonderful! I used a salsa verde from Trader Joes's - and I will definitely do it again! My husband loved it too. Thank you!

      Reply
      • Stacey says

        August 01, 2019 at 7:18 pm

        Thank you so much, Vickie, for trying the recipe and for your kind words 🙂 So glad you both enjoyed it.

        Reply
    3. Carmen R says

      February 25, 2019 at 9:31 pm

      5 stars
      Just made this and it is de-li-cious! So easy to put together too. This is definitely a keeper.

      Reply
      • Stacey says

        February 26, 2019 at 9:44 am

        Thank you, Carmen, for making this recipe and sharing your kind words!

        Reply
    4. Angela says

      January 09, 2019 at 8:10 pm

      5 stars
      Just made this for the first time tonight and it is amazing! Definitely going to be in my rotation of meals! Thank you for sharing!

      Reply
      • Stacey says

        January 10, 2019 at 8:44 am

        Thank you so much, Angela, for trying the recipe and your very kind words.

        Reply
        • melissa says

          November 05, 2020 at 4:04 pm

          5 stars
          Hi, I’ve made this in the past and absolutely loved it. I’m wondering if I use half the amount of pork I only have a small probably less than 1 pound to use. Do I still cook for the 40 minutes or do I change it to 30 minutes?

          Reply
          • Stacey says

            November 06, 2020 at 9:33 am

            Hi Melissa, Yes 30 minutes would work, possibly even 25.

            Reply
    5. Spencer says

      December 04, 2018 at 2:11 pm

      5 stars
      So first off i loved this recipe! so simple! i did double it to use for meal prep for 2 people. I ended up using 6 pounds of pork and doubling the liquid. it came out as a soup. a very very tasty soup that i served with fresh cabbage, low fat sour cream, roasted peppers, avocado, cotija cheese, and fresh lime. the fresh lime was the perfect finisher! next time i double the meat i will not double the liquid and then i should be able to get a nice shred for tacos. ALSO! if you do double the liquid your instant pot will take about 30 minutes to come to pressure. so account for that in the cooking time. such a great recipe! thanks for sharing!

      Reply
      • Stacey says

        December 05, 2018 at 1:04 pm

        Thank you so much, Spencer, 🙂 Yes, you do not need to double the liquid when you double the meat in this one.

        Reply
    6. Maria says

      November 28, 2018 at 8:03 pm

      5 stars
      Hi there. Would it be the same time if I use beef instead?

      Reply
      • Stacey says

        November 29, 2018 at 5:57 pm

        Hi Maria, I would try about 30 to 35 minutes for beef.

        Reply
    7. Renee says

      November 06, 2018 at 1:43 pm

      I can’t wait to try this in my instant pot! Could you use frozen meat? If so would you adjust the time, setting or both?

      Reply
      • Stacey says

        November 07, 2018 at 9:38 am

        Yes, Renee, you can make this from frozen. Just add 5 minutes to the cook time (45).

        Reply
    8. Shannon says

      November 04, 2018 at 5:10 pm

      5 stars
      This was amazing! Served it to my picky husband and one year old. Kept it whole30 with cauli-rice, green beans and fruit. Excited to eat leftovers!

      Reply
      • Stacey says

        November 05, 2018 at 8:35 am

        Thank you so much, Shannon, for trying the recipe and your kind words!

        Reply
    9. Kelly says

      October 21, 2018 at 3:39 pm

      How would you adjust the time if you used cubed stew meat? Should I just do the same time since I'm going to use four pounds?

      Reply
      • Stacey says

        October 22, 2018 at 9:27 am

        Yes, the same time for the same weight. I use cubed stew meat as well sometimes when I can find it.

        Reply
    10. Keely says

      September 05, 2018 at 7:12 am

      This is both healthy, delicious, and very easy!!! Will be making it again soon!

      Reply
      • Stacey says

        September 05, 2018 at 7:06 pm

        Thank you, Keely 🙂

        Reply
    11. Patricia says

      July 30, 2018 at 6:57 pm

      5 stars
      looks delicious and would like to try it. I’m new to KETO diet; what would you pair it with?

      Reply
      • Stacey says

        July 31, 2018 at 2:12 pm

        Thank you, Patricia. Perhaps cauliflower rice or steamed veggies.

        Reply
    12. Amy says

      July 18, 2018 at 1:12 pm

      How much time should I set it for if I double the meat to 4 pounds? I’m still learning his instant pot!

      Reply
      • Stacey says

        July 19, 2018 at 2:07 pm

        You & I both, Amy! I am thinking about 1 hour and 30 minutes, or about 100 minutes for 4 pounds.

        Reply
      • Chad says

        July 23, 2018 at 12:40 pm

        Amy did you cook it for the hour and a half? I have four pounds also, I’m wondering if the time was right.

        Reply
    13. Karen says

      July 17, 2018 at 6:55 pm

      5 stars
      Hi, I don't have an Instant Pot, only a crockpot, how long should I set it for? Low or High?

      Reply
      • Stacey says

        July 19, 2018 at 1:56 pm

        Karen, I would think the slow cooker would be 4 to 6 hours on high or 6 to 8 hours on low.

        Reply
    14. Steve says

      June 05, 2018 at 9:17 pm

      5 stars
      Will have to try this recipe but I was wondering can I swap the pork with chicken breast or chicken thighs? If so would the other ingredients measurements and cooking time change? Any help would be greatly appreciated! 💞

      Reply
      • Stacey says

        June 07, 2018 at 1:20 pm

        Yes, you can use chicken, but the time will be different. About 8 to 10 minutes per pound of boneless chicken breasts. So about 16 to 20 minutes for 2 lbs of boneless chicken

        Reply
    15. ChihYu says

      May 03, 2018 at 6:37 pm

      5 stars
      I love Chile verde especially in instant pot ! So easy and so delicious. I can't wait to make it !

      Reply
      • Stacey says

        May 21, 2018 at 12:54 pm

        Thank you, kind friend 🙂

        Reply
    16. Katja says

      May 02, 2018 at 7:34 pm

      5 stars
      This recipe is a total keeper. I made it today and it was SO EASY and SO YUMMY. Thank you.

      Reply
      • Stacey says

        May 06, 2018 at 9:33 am

        Thank you, Katja 🙂

        Reply
    17. Irena Macri says

      May 01, 2018 at 12:28 pm

      5 stars
      This looks delicious! I love pulled pork in the Instant Po but haven't tried this version yet.

      Reply
      • Stacey says

        May 01, 2018 at 4:13 pm

        Thank you, Irena 🙂

        Reply
    18. tina says

      April 30, 2018 at 5:50 pm

      Yum! I love chile verde! Love that you can make it in the instant pot!

      Reply
      • Stacey says

        May 01, 2018 at 4:14 pm

        Thank you, Tina 🙂

        Reply
    19. Jean says

      April 30, 2018 at 3:47 pm

      5 stars
      Oh, wow this looks insanely flavorful and delicious! I'm definitely bookmarking this to make later.

      Reply
      • Stacey says

        May 01, 2018 at 4:14 pm

        Thank you, Jean 🙂

        Reply
    20. Melissa @Real Nutritious Living says

      April 30, 2018 at 12:25 pm

      I love how simple and healthy this is Stacey! I've done something similar with chicken but need to try pork!

      Reply
      • Stacey says

        May 01, 2018 at 4:15 pm

        It is awesome with chicken too 🙂

        Reply
    21. Tessa Simpson says

      April 30, 2018 at 10:48 am

      5 stars
      I love that this is basically and dump and forget meal!! Those are the best, and of course the IP greatly helps in that department!

      Reply
      • Stacey says

        May 01, 2018 at 4:16 pm

        My favorite kind too, Tessa 😉

        Reply
    22. Emily @ Recipes to Nourish says

      April 30, 2018 at 9:49 am

      5 stars
      Chile verde is a favorite of my husbands. We love making it in the IP too! Your version looks delicious!

      Reply
      • Stacey says

        May 01, 2018 at 4:17 pm

        Thanks, Emily.

        Reply
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