Instant Pot Shredded Chicken Recipe

INGREDIENTS

• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 3 lbs chicken breasts
• 1 cup chicken broth

EQUIPMENT

• 6 qt Instant Pot

INSTRUCTIONS

• Combine seasonings in bowl and season both sides of each chicken breast to taste.
• Set the Instant Pot to Saute (you can also do this step stovetop) and brown the chicken breasts on each side for 1-2 minutes. This step is optional but seals in flavor.
• Place trivet inside the Instant Pot and place the chicken on top.
• Pour chicken broth into the pot (directly over the chicken).
• Seal cooker and set to HIGH pressure for 12 minutes.
• When it’s done, release the pressure valve and wait for pressure to release, then let the chicken rest another 5 minutes.
• Shred using two forks.
• Serve and enjoy!

NOTES

• I browned the breasts and it gave the chicken extra flavor and texture. Browning is totally optional.
• The chicken was cooked nicely at 8 minutes. However, I added 4 minutes to the cooking time to make it more easily shreddable.
• Let the chicken cool completely before storing.