Are you tired of slaving away in the kitchen for hours to get that perfect, fall-apart pulled chicken? Well, say goodbye to those days with this game-changing Instant Pot recipe! With just 10 minutes of prep time and 30 minutes of cook time, you'll be indulging in the most tender and juicy pulled chicken of your life. And the best part? It's ridiculously easy to make! So, what are you waiting for? Dive into this recipe and get ready to become the BBQ master of your household!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken breasts by patting them dry with paper towels and seasoning generously with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder on all sides.
- Pour the chicken broth into the bottom of the Instant Pot, creating a liquid base to prevent burning and help create steam.
- Place the seasoned chicken breasts into the Instant Pot, arranging them in a single layer without overcrowding.
- Close the Instant Pot lid, ensuring the valve is set to "Sealing" position, and select the Manual or Pressure Cook setting.
- Cook the chicken on high pressure for 12-15 minutes, depending on the thickness of the chicken breasts. For 2-inch thick breasts, use 15 minutes.
- Once cooking is complete, allow a natural pressure release for 5-6 minutes, then carefully perform a quick release for any remaining pressure.
- Open the lid and check that the chicken has reached an internal temperature of 165°F using a meat thermometer.
- Remove the chicken breasts and place them on a cutting board. Use two forks to shred the chicken into pulled, stringy pieces.
- Drain any excess liquid from the Instant Pot, then return the shredded chicken to the pot.
- Pour the barbecue sauce over the shredded chicken and stir to coat evenly, using the "Sauté" function for 2-3 minutes to warm the sauce and integrate flavors.
- Serve hot on buns, over rice, in tacos, or as desired. Garnish with additional barbecue sauce or fresh herbs if preferred.
Tips
- * Make sure to pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels before seasoning to ensure even browning and to prevent steam from building up in the Instant Pot. * Don't overcrowd the Instant Pot, as this can affect the cooking time and texture of the chicken. Cook in batches if necessary. * Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken has reached a safe internal temperature of 165°F. * For an extra boost of flavor, let the chicken rest for 10-15 minutes before shredding and serving. * Experiment with different barbecue sauce flavors and levels of sweetness to find your perfect match!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 35g
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 105mg
