Description
Learn how to make delicious and versatile Instant Pot shredded chicken that’s perfect for tacos, salads, sandwiches, or casseroles. This easy recipe is great for meal prep and can be customized with different seasonings and sauces.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika (optional)
Instructions
- Place the chicken in the Instant Pot: Add chicken to the Instant Pot and pour in chicken broth.
- Season the chicken: Sprinkle garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and paprika over the chicken.
- Cook in the Instant Pot: Close the lid, set to high pressure for 10 minutes (12 minutes for thighs).
- Natural release: Allow 5 minutes natural release, then quick release.
- Shred the chicken: Remove chicken, shred, and return to the pot to mix with juices.
- Serve: Enjoy immediately or store for later.
Notes
- This shredded chicken is versatile and can be used in various dishes.
- Try using different sauces like salsa, BBQ, or Italian dressing for flavor variations.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup shredded chicken
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
