How to Make Instant Pot® Pulled Chicken - A Step-by-Step Guide

Instant Pot® Pulled Chicken is a delicious and versatile dish that is perfect for busy weeknights or weekend gatherings. This recipe utilizes the convenience of the Instant Pot to quickly and easily cook tender and flavorful pulled chicken that can be used in a variety of dishes, from tacos and sandwiches to salads and wraps.

Using the Instant Pot to make pulled chicken is a game-changer. It significantly cuts down the cooking time, allowing you to have a satisfying and tasty meal on ...

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Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1 ½ teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 ½ pounds skinless, boneless chicken breasts, or more to taste
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon hickory-flavored liquid smoke
  • 10 hamburger buns, or as needed
  • 1 cup barbeque sauce

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins
  • Servings: 10
  • Yield: 10 servings

  • Mix salt, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and pepper in a bowl. Cut chicken into 3- to 4-inch pieces and place in a large resealable plastic bag. Sprinkle the salt mixture over the chicken in the bag. Seal the bag and shake to completely coat the chicken.
  • Pour water into a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®). Place the wire rack into the pot. Arrange chicken on the rack. Close and lock the lid. Select Meat/Poultry function; set timer for 50 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 10 minutes.
  • Transfer chicken to a bowl. Shred using 2 forks. Add 1/2 cup of liquid from the pot and liquid smoke; mix well. Serve on buns and top with barbeque sauce.
  • Nutrition

    282 cal.

    • Total Fat: 5g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 59mg
    • Sodium: 954mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 31g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 26g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 75mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 268mg