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Instant Pot Bbq Pulled Chicken1

Instant Pot BBQ Pulled Chicken

Instant Pot BBQ Pulled Chicken is tender, saucy, and packed with bold flavor. With just a few pantry ingredients and 30 minutes, it’s perfect for sandwiches, wraps, and more.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6 sandwiches

Equipment

  • Instant Pot For cooking and shredding the chicken
  • Forks To shred the chicken
  • Tongs or Spoon To mix and serve the shredded chicken

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds boneless chicken thighs or breasts
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce your favorite brand or homemade
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • ½ cup water or chicken broth

Instructions
 

  • Place chicken in the Instant Pot. Add BBQ sauce, vinegar, brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and water. Stir to coat.
  • Seal lid and cook on HIGH pressure for 10 minutes. Let pressure naturally release for 5 minutes, then quick release the rest.
  • Remove chicken and shred with two forks. Turn Instant Pot to sauté mode and simmer sauce for 5–6 minutes to thicken slightly.
  • Return shredded chicken to the pot and stir until fully coated with the sauce. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Add hot sauce or chili flakes for a spicier version.
  • Store leftovers in airtight containers and reheat with extra sauce or broth.
  • Serve on buns, in wraps, over nachos, or with mashed potatoes.
Keyword bbq pulled chicken, instant pot bbq chicken, pressure cooker pulled chicken
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