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    Home » Instant Pot Pressure Cooker » Pressure Cooker Shredded Chicken

    Published: Oct 18, 2019 · Modified: Jul 15, 2022 by Ajoke · This post may contain affiliate links ·

    Pressure Cooker Shredded Chicken

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    Pressure cooker shredded chicken! This quick shredded chicken was cooked in an electric pressure cooker ( same as an Instant pot) to perfection, it was moist and flavourful. It all came together in 10 minutes. Shredded chicken is versatile and a must in every home. This is the best way to make shredded chicken and it is quick too. Use in stir-fries, wraps, soup or salad

    shredded chicken in a flowered  bowl.

    Pressure Cooker Shredded Chicken

    This shredded chicken was one of the first meat I cooked in my electric pressure cooker and it was perfect. In fact, I made it twice in one week for barbequed shredded chicken and chicken stir fry. I was totally swooned and I haven’t looked back since.

    It is handy to have shredded chicken in the fridge or freezer as it is easy and quick to put together for weeknight dinner and lunch. It is no rocket science making this chicken recipe

    You won’t go back to buying shop-bought rotisserie or shredded chicken after you learn how to make this quick shredded chicken recipe. As much as there are other ways to make shredded chicken by boiling or by using the slow cooker, I find this shredded chicken in the pressure cooker method (instant pot shredded chicken) to be my favorite.

    Don't have an instant pot or pressure cooker, learn how to boil chicken breasts on the stove top to shred.

    Shredded chicken in a pressure cooker with a thong.
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    Why You Need to Learn To Make This Easy Pressure Cooker Shredded Chicken

    • It is quick to make. This comes together in 20 minutes from prepping to cooking.
    • Very handy for many main dishes such as lunches, dinners and meal prep.
    • It stores well. Yes, you can freeze a batch of this shredded chicken for up to 3 months and it keeps well in the fridge for up to 5 days. Which is perfect to use throughout the week
    • Shredded chicken is versatile and can be used in many recipes
    • You only need a few ingredients to make it happen. In fact, you can season with just salt, water, and pepper if you want to keep it plain.
    • You can use it in any recipe that calls for cooked shredded chicken
    • This is one of the best ways to use up that frozen chicken breasts that have been sitting in your freezer for a long time.
    shredded chicken in a flowered  bowl.

    What You Need to Make Pressure Cooker Shredded Chicken (Pulled Chicken)

    Chicken breasts or boneless skinless chicken thighs

    Salt and pepper

    Chicken broth

    Dried thyme optional

    Cumin, optional

    ingredients.

    How to Make Shredded Chicken In A Pressure Cooker Or Instant Pot

    This is a dump and go recipe, but you may choose to season the chicken before use. This is the easiest way to make chicken in a pressure cooker.

    Turn on the pressure cooker or instant pot then add the chicken breasts, seasoning, spices and broth. Cover the pressure cooker/instant pot and turn the valve to close or seal select the meat function or manual high pressure (if using an instant pot) and time for 10 minutes. Note that 10 minutes is the active time to cook the chicken.

    Once the chicken has completely cooked, carefully open the valve to slowly release the pressure then quick pressure release. Remove the lid and then transfer the chicken to a plate. Let it cool and then shred using two forks or any of the methods mentioned below.

    step by step how to make shredded chicken in pressure cooker or instant pot.

    Best Way to Shred Chicken (How to Shred Chicken)

    You can shred chicken using any of the following methods.

    With two forks

    Stand mixer or

    Food processor.

    By hands

    I always go for the first method to shred cooked chicken, as it is very practical and quick. You can make a big batch using this method within minutes and fewer dishes to wash too.

    hand shredding cooked chicken with two forks.
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    What To Make With Shredded Chicken

    The list is endless but here are few ideas on how to use pressure cooker shredded chicken in recipes. Use it in soups

    Barbequed pulled chicken using homemade bbq sauce or store-bought.

    Pressure Cooker Chicken Tacos

    Chicken quesadilla (recipe coming soon)

    Chicken noodles soup

    Chicken Chilli

    Easy Chicken Wrap

    Stir fry Chicken

    Use in Salad, sandwiches, casserole, pasta dishes etc

     How To Store Cooked Chicken

    Cooked chicken can be stored in the refrigerator or freezer.

    When storing cooked chicken in the fridge, make sure you do so as soon as it cools down. Ideally within 2 hours of having it out because of bacteria growth. If you would be storing this in the freezer, make sure it is well wrapped or stored in an airtight container. Label it and store in the freezer for up to 3 months.

    How Long Will Cooked Chicken Last in The Fridge

    Stored leftover cooked chicken would last between 3 to 4 days in the fridge. Always keep your fridge temperature at 5C or below. Also, make sure the chicken is stored in an airtight container.

    shredded chicken in a white bowl.

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    Pressure Cooker Shredded Chicken

    Ajoke
    Pressure cooker shredded chicken! This quick shredded chicken was cooked in a pressure cooker (Instant pot) to perfection, it was moist and flavourful. It all came together in 10 minutes. Shredded chicken is versatile and a must in every home. Learn how to make the best-shredded chicken ever.
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 10 mins
    Total Time 34 mins
    Course Chicken, Main Course
    Cuisine American, British
    Servings 4

    Equipment

    • Pressure Cooker / Instant Pot

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 large chicken breasts substitute with boneless skinless chicken thighs
    • 500 ml Chicken broth 2 cups
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • 1 teaspoon pepper
    • 1 teaspoon dried thyme optional
    • ½ teaspoon cumin optional

    Instructions
     

    • Turn on the pressure cooker or instant pot then add the chicken breasts, seasoning, spices and broth. Cover the pressure cooker/instant pot and turn the valve to close or seal then select the meat function or manual high pressure (if using an instant pot) and time for 10 minutes. Note that the 10 minutes is the active time to cook the chicken.
    • Once the chicken has completely cooked, carefully open the valve to slowly release the pressure then quick pressure release. Remove the lid and then transfer the chicken to a plate. Let it cool and then shred using two forks.
      hand shredding chicken with two forks.
    • Use shredded chicken in meals as desired or store in the fridge or freezer for future use.

    Notes

    • Use any seasoning or herbs of choice
    • Store leftover shredded chicken in the fridge as soon as it cools down and within 2 hours
    • If you would be using frozen chicken breasts, add extra 5 minutes to the cooking time and make sure the chicken are separated before cooking

    Nutritional data: Please note that the nutrition label provided is an estimate based on an online nutrition calculator. It will vary based on the specific ingredients and brands you use. Under no circumstances will thedinnerbite.com be responsible for any loss or damage resulting for your reliance on nutritional information.

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    1. lulu says

      January 22, 2023 at 4:40 pm

      5 stars
      This is the best and simplest recipe for shredded pressure cooker chicken ever! I have used this recipe many many many times and it never disappoints! I have used it with turkey and other cuts of chicken as well all with success. Thank you Ajoke!

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