Instant Pot Shredded Chicken
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
285 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Instant Pot Shredded Chicken
Description
This recipe for Instant Pot Shredded Chicken relies on pressure cooking chicken breasts in a liquid seasoned with salt, pepper, Italian herbs, paprika, garlic, and optional red pepper flakes. The chicken is cooked under pressure for 15 minutes if fresh or thawed, or 25 minutes if frozen, with a natural pressure release to retain moisture. The cooking liquid can be used to moisten the shredded chicken after cooking, enhancing flavor and juiciness.
The resulting chicken is tender enough to shred easily with forks, making it perfect for use in tacos, sandwiches, salads, or casseroles. The seasoning blend imparts a balanced, savory profile with a subtle kick if including red pepper flakes. Using the Instant Pot shortens cooking time while avoiding drying out the meat.
This recipe is practical for meal prep since it accepts fresh or frozen chicken and minimal active cooking time. The gentle cooking preserves moisture and flavor, and shredding allows for easy incorporation into various meals. Adjust seasoning or cooking liquid depending on intended use.
Ingredients
- 3-4 lbs chicken breast fresh or frozen, boneless and skinless
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth water or pineapple juice
- 1 tablespoon butter optional, unsalted
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper ground
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
- 1 tablespoon garlic minced
Instructions
- If using frozen chicken, before you add the chicken to the Instant Pot make sure its not stuck together.
- Add chicken breasts to the Instant Pot. It is okay if the breasts overlap.
- Add the liquid of choice and all the other ingredients. Add the butter on top.
- Place the lid and lock it, make sure to point the valve to sealing.
- Press manual and select 15 minutes for fresh/thawed chicken breasts or 25 minutes, for frozen chicken breasts. It will take the pot about 10 minutes to come to pressure.
- CHECK THE POST FOR TIPS ON COOKING TIME BASED ON CHICKEN BREAST SIZE.
- Once the cooking is done and the Instant Pot beeps, do a 10-15 minute Natural Pressure Release, after that open the valve to release the remaining pressure.
- Check the internal temperature of the chicken, it should be at least 165 degrees F.
- You can chop it and serve it as it is, or transfer the chicken to a large bowl and shred it. Use the cooking liquid to add it to the shredded chicken to make it moist and flavorful.
- Store the chicken in an airtight container, add the cooking liquid to it to keep it moist.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 285 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 285kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 48g | 96% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 150mg | 50% |
| Sodium | 674mg | 28% |
| Potassium | 905mg | 19% |
| Fiber | 0g | 0% |
| Sugar | 0g | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 315IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 7.5mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 22mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1.1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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