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Instant Pot Shredded Chicken (Easy Recipes Favorite)

This Instant Pot shredded chicken is juicy, versatile, and ready in minutes—perfect for easy recipes, wraps, salads, or casseroles.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
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Servings: 6 servings
Author: Betty

Ingredients

  • 2 to 3 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1 cup chicken broth or water
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder (optional)

Instructions

  1. Place the chicken, broth, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder in the Instant Pot.
  2. Secure the lid and set the valve to sealing.
  3. Pressure cook on high for 10 minutes (15 minutes if frozen).
  4. Allow a 5-minute natural release, then quick release any remaining pressure.
  5. Transfer the chicken to a bowl and shred with two forks or a hand mixer.
  6. Add some cooking liquid back to the shredded chicken for extra moisture, if desired.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Great for meal prep and freezes well too.