Instant Pot BBQ Chicken
This Instant Pot BBQ Chicken recipe is a game-changer for busy weeknights or family gatherings. With its tender, juicy texture and rich, tangy flavors, this dish is sure to please any crowd. The best part? It only takes minutes to prepare! Once cooked, the shredded chicken can be enjoyed in so many ways—whether piled high on soft burger buns, wrapped in tacos, or layered on nachos. This versatile meal is perfect for meal prep too; leftovers make for delicious lunches throughout the week. Let the Instant Pot do the heavy lifting while you enjoy mouthwatering BBQ goodness at home!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Total Time: 26 minutes
- Yield: Serves up to 8 people
- Category: Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup low sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (divided)
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- Burger buns (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- In the Instant Pot, mix chicken broth, ½ cup of BBQ sauce, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, chili powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Add the chicken breasts into the pot ensuring they are submerged in the sauce mixture.
- Close the lid and set the steam release valve to sealing. Cook on high pressure for 16 minutes.
- Allow natural pressure release for about 10 minutes before carefully venting any remaining steam.
- Check that the chicken has reached an internal temperature of at least 165°F.
- Remove the chicken and shred it with two forks. Mix in additional BBQ sauce as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
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