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Instant Pot Shredded Chicken How to Make

February 13, 2018 by DinnerPlanner

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Instant Pot Shredded Chicken

Cooking chicken in advance and then shredding it, is one of the best ways to have meals ready to go for the week ahead. One of our favorite ways to make shredded chicken to use in recipes is in the Instant Pot! If you want moist and tender shredded chicken quickly – then this is the method for you!

There are so many different healthy ways to use shredded chicken, from a healthy chicken salad to one of our most comforting meals of creamy chicken & biscuits.

The Instant Pot is a game-changer as far as getting food on the table quicker and for prepping food to use later in the week. This shredded chicken recipe actually does both. Use the chicken for a recipe today and freeze the rest of the chicken to have handy later in the month. Dinner and meal prep in the same pot!

–  Read more about why your kitchen needs an Instant Pot!  The Instant Pot is a Safe Pressure Cooker that is quickly becoming a necessary kitchen appliance.

COOKING TIME FOR CHICKEN BREASTS
1 lb. Chicken Breast – Pressure Cook Time 7 minutes
2 lb. Chicken Breast – Pressure Cook Time 14 minutes

chicken breasts in the Instant Pot

Lightly salt and pepper both sides of the chicken breast before adding to the Instant Pot.
TIP – If you always have pre-cooked chicken on hand, you can get a delicious family dinner on the table in no time at all. This is a HUGE time saver and the start to quick & easy meals.

What type of chicken did we use to make this easy shredded chicken? We use boneless, skinless chicken breasts.

Shredded chicken is a great source of quality protein but make sure you always buy the healthiest chicken possible for your and your family.




 

cook chicken in Instant Pot for 7 minutes

LIQUID ADDED TO THE INSTANT POT
2 teaspoons of sunflower seed oil to coat the bottom of the pot –
1 lb. Chicken Breast – 2 tablespoon chicken broth
2 lb. Chicken Breast – 1/4 cup chicken broth

Sunflower seed oil is said to be healthier to cook with at higher temperatures than olive oil. When using the Instant Pot, we always use sunflower seed oil.

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Instant Pot Shredded Chicken
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Instant Pot Shredded Chicken
Prep Time
1 min
Cook Time
7 mins
Total Time
8 mins
 

Make a Delicious Meal and Do Meal Prep all at the Same time with This Quick & Easy Shredded Chicken

Course: Easy Dinner
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Instant Pot Shredded Chicken
Servings: 3
Calories: 260 kcal
Author: DinnerPlanner
Ingredients
  • 1 lb. boneless chicken breasts (or use 2 lbs.
  • salt & pepper
  • 2 teaspoons sunflower seed oil
  • 2 tablespoons chicken broth Or 1/4 cup if using 2 lbs. of chicken
  • sprinkle of dried thyme and parsley
Instructions
  1. Lightly salt & pepper both sides of the chicken.

  2. Lightly coat the bottom of the Instant Pot with sunflower seed oil.

  3. Add chicken to the pot in a single layer if possible.

  4. Add the chicken broth to the sides of the chicken.

  5. Close the lid of the Instant Pot and set the Valve to "SEALING."

  6. Push the "PRESSURE COOK" button and set time for 7 minutes. If using 2 lbs. of boneless chicken breasts, set the time for 14 minutes. (For 2 lbs. of chicken, let the chicken rest in the pot for 2 minutes before hitting the "Quick Release." 

  7. Once the time is up, hit the "Quick Release" and remove chicken to a cutting board.

  8. Cut chicken in smaller pieces and shred using your fingers or two forks.

Nutrition Facts
Instant Pot Shredded Chicken
Amount Per Serving
Calories 260
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

 

The amount of shredded chicken will vary depending on how finely you shred the chicken.

HOW MUCH SHREDDED CHICKEN PER POUND OF CHICKEN BREASTS
1 lb. Chicken Breast = close to 3 cups shredded chicken
2 lb. Chicken Breast = close to 6 cups shredded chicken

 

2 lbs. of shredded chicken

2 lbs. of raw boneless chicken breasts fits nicely in the bottom of the Instant Pot.  These are thick breasts and we did not pierce them with a fork.  Just add a little salt, pepper and dried thyme.

 

pressure cook button on Instant Pot

Push the “PRESSURE COOK” button and set the time for 7 minutes. If you are cooking 2 lbs. of boneless chicken breasts, set the time for 14 minutes. Let the chicken sit in the pot for 2 minutes before hitting the “Quick Release.”

 

how to shred cooked chicken

How to Shred Cooked Chicken

There are a few ways to go about shredding the chicken once it has been cooked. Our favorite way is to cut the chicken into smaller pieces and then gently pull apart using your fingers. This is the best method because it’s always easier to work with nimble fingers rather than a utensil.

Another way to shred chicken is by using two forks and gently pulling away at the chicken from both sides of the meat. You can also use a knife and fork to tug at the chicken.

Here is one of our favorite ways to use that shredded chicken –> Easy Chicken and Biscuits!




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