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Instant Pot Shredded Chicken
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Instant Pot Shredded Chicken

Effortlessly tender, juicy, and flavorful, this Instant Pot Shredded Chicken is perfect for tacos, salads, sandwiches, and more.
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword chicken, instant pot, pressure cooker
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 8 servings
Calories 201kcal

Equipment

  • Instant Pot

Ingredients

  • 3 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts 2-3 pounds
  • 1 cup chicken stock - or water
  • 1 tsp table salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp granulated garlic
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika

Instructions

  • Place the chicken in the bottom of the Instant Pot insert.
  • Pour in the broth.
  • Sprinkle the salt, pepper, garlic, and paprika evenly over the top of the chicken.
  • Cover, lock the lid, and make sure it is set to the sealing position.
  • Cook on manual high pressure for 10 minutes.
  • Allow for a natural pressure release for 5 minutes, then do a quick release for the remaining pressure.
  • Remove from the pot and shred before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 201kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 37g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 109mg | Sodium: 497mg | Potassium: 668mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 12mg | Iron: 1mg | Net Carbohydrates: 1g