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Instant Pot Shredded Chicken

This Instant Pot Shredded Chicken is tender, juicy and made in a flash - thanks to the instant pot! Perfect for BBQs, get togethers or anytime you're looking for a quick and easy meal!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
NPR time15 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4
Calories: 268kcal

Ingredients

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper or to taste
  • 4 chicken breasts boneless and skinless
  • 1 cup chicken broth low sodium

Instructions

  • Season Chicken: Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt and pepper.
  • Prep Instant Pot: Pour the chicken broth into your Instant Pot and place the trivet inside. Lay the chicken breasts over the trivet. It's okay if the sides overlap a little bit.
  • Cook: Secure the lid of your Instant Pot and set the valve from VENT to SEAL. Cook on high pressure for 10 minutes, then quick release the pressure. If you're using frozen chicken breasts, cook them for 15 minutes.
  • Shred & Serve: Drain off all but 1/2 cup of liquid. Use 2 forks to shred the chicken in the pot with the reserved liquid. Season with more salt and pepper if needed and serve.

Notes

  1. Store leftovers in the fridge in a shallow, airtight container for 3-4 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 268kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 49g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 145mg | Sodium: 571mg | Potassium: 887mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 68IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 1mg