Description
Tender shredded chicken in a tangy-sweet BBQ sauce, perfect for sandwiches, salads, and more.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Buns for serving (or rice, tortillas, salad greens)
Instructions
- Sauté aromatics (onion + garlic) in the Instant Pot for 3–4 minutes.
- Add chicken pieces in a single layer and season with salt and pepper.
- Pour BBQ sauce and chicken broth over chicken, ensuring the liquid reaches the bottom.
- Close the lid, set the valve to Sealing, and cook on High Pressure for 15 minutes.
- Allow a Natural Pressure Release for 10 minutes, then perform a Quick Release.
- Open the lid, transfer chicken to a plate, and shred with two forks.
- Stir shredded chicken back into the sauce and adjust seasoning.
- Simmer on Sauté for 3–5 minutes if you want a thicker sauce.
- Serve hot on buns or your preferred vehicle.
Notes
For lower sugar, use sugar-free BBQ sauce. For vegetarian option, substitute shredded canned jackfruit.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: American