BBQ Chicken is one of our favorite Instant Pot Recipes. It’s Perfect for serving a crowd or a large family. this Instant Pot BBQ Chicken does not disappoint!
INSTANT POT CHICKEN RECIPES
Many of you have recently started using an Instant Pot or are considering the purchase of one. We have used our Instant Pot several times now and have found a lot of Instant Pot Chicken Recipes we love! The Instant Pot makes it so easy to throw together a last minute meal for my family…and with our busy lives, it has been a life-saver! You are going to love our easy instant pot BBQ Chicken Recipe!
A few weeks ago, I shared a simple guide to help you get started with your Instant Pot. The Instant Pot was a bit overwhelming to me when I first pulled it out of the box. So, that is why I created it to help you get started to! You can find the guide here.
BBQ PULLED CHICKEN
Pulled BBQ Chicken Sandwiches can be made in a pressure cooker in 45 minutes and it only has six ingredients! Isn’t that amazing? In the past, we used to make our Pulled BBQ Chicken in the slow cooker and it took several hours to cook. Therefore, you had to plan well in advance if you wanted Barbecue Pulled Chicken for dinner. With this recipe, you can put frozen chicken breasts in the Instant Pot and have dinner on the table in 45 minutes!!
In my opinion, pulled chicken is yummier than pulled pork or beef for several reasons. This is a recipe that the whole family enjoys!
BARBECUE PULLED CHICKEN
INGREDIENTS
INSTRUCTIONS
- Set Instant Pot to a manual setting for 35 minutes.
- Place chicken breasts into pot.
- In a bowl, stir the barbecue sauce, Italian dressing, brown sugar and Worcestershire sauce.
- Place the stirred mixture into the pot.
- Place lid on Instant Pot and seal.
- When the 35 minutes of cooking time is up, let the Instant Pot naturally release for at least 10 minutes.
- Open the lid after releasing any remaining pressure.
- Shred chicken with a fork and place back in the sauce until you are ready to serve.
- Top with coleslaw or cheese if desired.
INSTANT POT BBQ CHICKEN
Instant Pot Barbecue Chicken
We Have Shared A Few Instant Pot Chicken Recipes With You, And This BBQ Pulled Chicken Is One Of Our Favorites. Perfect For Serving A Crowd Or A Large Family, This Instant Pot BBQ Chicken Does Not Disappoint!
Ingredients
- 2 lbs boneless chicken breasts
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1/4 cup Zesty Italian dressing
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- salt to taste
Instructions
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Set Instant Pot to a manual setting for 35 minutes.
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Place chicken breasts into pot.
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In a bowl, stir the barbecue sauce, Italian dressing, brown sugar and worcestershire sauce.
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Place the stirred mixture into the pot.
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Place lid on Instant Pot and seal.
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When the 35 minutes of cooking time is up, let the Instant Pot naturally release for at least 10 minutes.
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Open the lid after releasing any remaining pressure.
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Shred chicken with a fork and place back in the sauce until you are ready to serve.
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Top with coleslaw or cheese if desired.
You can also, serve the tender pulled chicken on sandwiches, with rice, as meat on a salad, a wrap or on top of some nachos. It is such a versatile and delicious dish! My family loves experimenting with flavor using seasonings, such as, garlic powder, onion powder, and chili powder!
This Instant Pot BBQ Chicken is perfect for meal prep, since storage is simple and the chicken easily reheats in a microwave! You can place your leftovers in an airtight container for freezing or even pop them in the fridge.
EASY INSTANT POT RECIPES
- Instant Pot Chicken Tacos
- Instant Pot Chicken Tortilla Soup
- Pot Roast in the Instant Pot
- Instant Pot Corned Beef and Cabbage
Are you new to the Instant Pot and not sure how to get started? If so, you will want to check out our guide: How to Get Started Using Your Instant Pot!
INSTANT POT SUPPLIES
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Hi!
Love this recipe!
Happen to have the slow cooker version?
Thanks so much!
Carly- Here is the Slow Cooker version, thanks. https://www.theidearoom.net/crock-pot-pulled-pork/
Here is my Slow Cooker version, thanks. https://www.theidearoom.net/crock-pot-pulled-pork/
Are the chicken breasts frozen?
Courtney- You can put them in frozen or thawed. Thanks.
Sorry, I just now saw your slow cooker recipe.
Thanks so much! I love your blog!
Charlotte- No problem. Thanks for following along!
Hi there –
Is the time limit for frozen or thawed chicken? I will be doing thawed so wanted to make sure time was correct.
Brooke- The time should be the same. Thanks.
Why have I never made this in the instant pot before? SO easy and fast and SO yummmmmy!
Becca- It really is!
Such a great recipe! We love making it all year long – thank you!!
Kristyn- We do too!
I’m not always a big pork fan – so I loved that this recipe used chicken. So easy and turned out perfect.
Fiona- I prefer chicken too! So happy you enjoyed it!
Have you ever doubled this recipe in the instant pot?
Andrea- I have not, but I am sure you could as long as you have the larger instant pot.
Made this again for a family potluck BBQ an it was a BIG hit!
Thanks Becca! It’s a family favorite here too!
I’m adding this to my list of recipes to make in my Instant Pot. It looks so yummy, especially with the coleslaw on top. I bet it adds a tasty crunch!
Kara- Its a family favorite!
Looking forward to making this meal this weekend for a party! If I double the recipe, do I need to increase the cook time?
Melissa- I have not doubled this recipe, but I did find this on the web about doubling recipes. Hope it helps. https://www.hippressurecooking.com/how-to-double-a-pressure-cooker-recipe/
Hello,
Is the instant pot supposed to be set for high or low?
Nichole-Yes, on high. Thank you.
Hi Amy,
Can Chicken thighs be used instead of Chicken Breasts?
Thank you
Terri
Terri- I use the Chicken Breasts because they don’t have bones in them. I have never tried the thighs.
So flavorful! Thanks a bunch for sharing this recipe! It very easy to make. Highly recommended!
Allyssa- So happy you enjoyed it!
It definitely does not disappoint! I tend to like chicken more than pork, so I knew I had to try this. We love bbq!
Natalie- We love BBQ too!
The instant pot makes this super easy & fast! It can be hard waiting on meals & finding ones that the family likes, but they give this two thumbs up!
Kristyn- Yay, so happy you liked it!
I love how easy and delicious this chicken is! Makes for such great sandwiches that everyone loves.
Katie- It really is a recipe that everyone loves.