Description
This Instant Pot Shredded Chicken recipe is a quick and easy way to prepare tender, juicy chicken breasts perfect for a variety of dishes. Cooking the chicken under pressure locks in moisture, resulting in flavorful, effortlessly shreddable chicken that can be used in tacos, salads, sandwiches, and more.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt, to taste
Liquid
- 1 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Season Chicken: Season each chicken breast evenly with salt to taste, ensuring both sides have a light coating to enhance flavor.
- Add to Instant Pot: Pour 1 cup of chicken broth into the Instant Pot. Place the seasoned chicken breasts into the pot, arranging them evenly for even cooking.
- Pressure Cook: Secure the lid of the Instant Pot and set the valve to the sealing position. Select the high pressure cooking setting and set the timer for 10 minutes.
- Natural and Quick Release: When the cooking cycle completes, allow a natural pressure release for 5 minutes to let the chicken rest. Then switch to quick release to release any remaining pressure safely.
- Shred Chicken: Remove the chicken breasts from the pot. Using two forks, shred the chicken into pieces. Mix some of the reserved cooking liquid into the shredded chicken to retain moisture and enhance juiciness. Use the rest of the liquid as desired or discard.
Notes
- For even cooking, try to select chicken breasts of roughly equal size.
- You can substitute chicken broth with water, but broth adds more flavor.
- Use the reserved cooking liquid for soups, sauces, or to moisten the shredded chicken further.
- Make sure the Instant Pot valve is set to sealing to build proper pressure during cooking.
- Shredded chicken can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
