Instant Pot® Pulled Chicken Recipe

Name: Instant Pot® Pulled Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1 1/2 teaspoons smoked paprika; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon onion powder; 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper; 2 1/2 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

Servings: persons

2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 1/2 teaspoons smoked paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 1/2 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

1
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.
2
Pour water into a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot(R)). 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.
3
Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 10 minutes.
4
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.

883

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

131

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 teaspoons kosher salt, 1 1/2 teaspoons smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, and more.

Yes, Instant Pot® Pulled Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Instant Pot® Pulled Chicken

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