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Pressure cooker shredded chicken in a white dish.

Instant Pot Shredded Chicken Breasts

Jill Machovsky
Quick and easy Instant Pot shredded chicken breasts ready in 30 minutes! Perfect for meal prep, tacos, salads, and more.
5 from 1 vote
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Slow Release 8 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 150 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds Chicken Breast
  • ¾ cup Water
  • 1 teaspoon Chicken Base
  • ½ teaspoon Oregano
  • ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • ½ teaspoon Black Pepper

Instructions
 

  • Add all ingredients to the instant pot. Give everything a little mix to combine.
    2 pounds Chicken Breast, ¾ cup Water , 1 teaspoon Chicken Base, ½ teaspoon Oregano, ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder, ½ teaspoon Black Pepper
  • Cover with the lid and select pressure cook or manual for 7 minutes, followed by an 8-minute slow release.
  • Shred the chicken with two forks. Add the chicken back into the cooking liquid.
  • Serve while warm or cool the chicken and store it in an airtight container for meal prep.

Notes

Flavor Variations: Add a packet of taco seasoning for a Mexican twist or Italian seasoning for an Italian flavor.
Use the Liquid: The liquid left in the Instant Pot is flavorful and can be used as a base for soups or as a broth in other recipes.

Nutrition

Calories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 26gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 77mgSodium: 1832mgPotassium: 550mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 16IUVitamin C: 0.01mgCalcium: 21mgIron: 1mg
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