Instant Pot Shredded Chicken
This Instant Pot shredded chicken is perfectly tender, done in minutes, and a perfect versatile protein to use in tons of meals!
Servings: 2 - 10 servings
Ingredients
- 1-5 pounds chicken breast
- 1 cup chicken broth or water
Instructions
- Place the chicken and broth or water in the Instant Pot, then secure the lid until you hear it beep.
- Close the lid and make sure the steam release valve is sealed, then set the pot to cook on high pressure for 20 minutes.
- Let the pressure naturally release for at least 15 minutes, then turn the steam release valve to release any additional pressure. Once it is fully released, remove the lid and transfer the chicken to a bowl.
- Shred the chicken in your stand mixer using the paddle attachment, with an electric hand mixer, or with two forks, then serve or store for later!
Notes
Nutritional information is for 1 pound of chicken breast cooked in water.
Nutrition
Calories: 272kcal | Protein: 51g | Fat: 5.9g | Saturated Fat: 1.3g | Cholesterol: 165.5mg | Sodium: 102mg