Description
This Instant Pot BBQ Pulled Chicken is a quick and flavorful dish perfect for busy weeknights. Tender and juicy chicken is coated in a sticky BBQ sauce that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp salt
Instructions
- Start by preparing your ingredients. Chop the onion and mince the garlic. This will take about 5 minutes. Having everything ready before you start will make the cooking process smoother.
- Turn on your Instant Pot and select the 'Sauté' function. Add a drizzle of oil and let it heat for about 1 minute. You’ll know it’s ready when the oil shimmers.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onion turns translucent and fragrant. Avoid browning the garlic as it can become bitter.
- Once the onion is ready, add the chicken breasts to the pot. Season them with paprika, black pepper, and salt. Sear the chicken for about 2 minutes on each side until lightly browned. This adds an extra layer of flavor!
- Pour in the chicken broth and BBQ sauce, ensuring the chicken is well-coated. Use a spatula to scrape any browned bits off the bottom of the pot to enhance the flavor.
- Close the lid of the Instant Pot, ensuring the valve is set to the sealing position. Select 'Manual' and set the timer for 15 minutes on high pressure.
- Once cooking is complete, allow the pressure to release naturally for 5 minutes, then switch the valve to 'Venting' to release any remaining pressure. Always be cautious of the steam!
- After the pressure has fully released, open the lid and remove the chicken using tongs. Shred the chicken with two forks in a separate bowl for easier handling. It should pull apart easily!
- Return the shredded chicken to the pot, mixing it with the remaining sauce. Let it sit for a few minutes on the 'Keep Warm' setting to absorb the flavors before serving. If it looks too dry, add a splash more BBQ sauce.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
Keywords: One common mistake is overcooking the chicken. Stick to the 15-minute cooking time and be sure to allow for natural pressure release for maximum tenderness.