Instant Pot Shredded Chicken | IP Chicken Breast and Thighs Recipe (2024)

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So Instant Pot Easy Shredded Chicken because we all need a little simple, convenient, and minimalist way to cook. Can you cook frozen chicken breast and thighs in instant pot? TIP: Just be sure to arrange the chicken breasts evenly on the bottom of the instant pot, if chicken breasts are frozen together it will require longer a longer cooking time to ensure chicken is cooked through. Why we love adding chicken thighs to instant pot? How to make instant pot shredded chicken? First, grab your IP. And if you need an Instant Pot for your kitchen too, I’ve gotchu– this is the one I use:Instant Pot IP-DUO60 7-in-1 Multi-Functional Pressure Cooker, 6Qt/1000W. Toss chicken breast (fresh or frozen into the Instant Pot)….add yo favorite spices. Put the lid on the pot and seal it. YEP… NO WATER NEEDED… and it makes a wonderful chicken stock too… which I always save for later. Press the poultry setting, and let that baby cook and depressurize naturally for 15 mins. I don’t usually do a lot of meal prepping, but this is one that I keep on a weekly rotation so that we have protein at the ready. When I make it,I’ll freeze anything I’m not going to use in the next few days. Easy shredded chicken recipes: Not Your Mama’s Potato Chip Chicken Casserole Sheet Pan Chicken Nachos BBQ Chicken Tater Tots Salad Chicken Enchiladas made with Homemade Enchilada Sauce Shop the recipe! Instant Pot Shredded Chicken Description Ingredients Instructions Notes Nutrition FAQs References

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Instant Pot Shredded Chicken. How to cook chicken breast and thighs in the Instant Pot, even from frozen! IP chicken you will forever be my saving grace for easy weeknight meals.

Okay Instant Pot fans get ready!Goodbye slow cooker shredded chicken breast. Hello Instant Pot Easy Shredded Chicken.

I love you too but I’ve found someone new. Seriously since we bought the Instant Pot, I haven’t even touched the slow cooker. It’s collecting dust and it will likely make it’s way to the giveaway pile that is stacking up in my garage soon.

I’ve been all about minimalism since the end of last year because stuff… it collects and it’s time to purge and only keep the things that you truly love and use and sparks joy #mariekondostyle. All the old clutter just makes life more messy and difficult.

So the garage…

Yeah, it needs a royal clean out because it’s been receiving the brunt of my cleaning sprees. Everything that is set to giveaway gets piled in the garage and then I don’t want to put it in my car because lizards and snakes and heavens knows what else could be in there.

We live in an old house so the garage is, well… not 100%. I’m going to have to call a service to come and pick up our stuff or find someone with a truck.

Do ya’ll have this problem too?

At least I don’t have to look at the clutter until I go into the garage to get our bikes or the stroller or P’s outdoor toys. Honey, if you’re reading this. Garage clean out is happening… this weekend.

Who’s pumped.

Any takers for garage clean out?

So Instant Pot Easy Shredded Chicken because we all need a little simple, convenient, and minimalist way to cook.

I’m telling ya. This is the EASIEST way to make shredded chicken that you need for EVERYTHING.

If you’re looking for shredded chicken recipes, check out this round up post we did with our favorite recipes using shredded chicken breast. Some of my personal favs are Instant Pot Chicken and Yellow Rice, Instant Pot Whole Chicken, andInstant Pot Chicken Tacos.

Can you tell I’m a big fan of my Instant Pot????

Can you cook frozen chicken breast and thighs in instant pot?

Guys, Instant Pot frozen chicken is SO EASY. Forget to take your chicken out of the freezer in time to thaw for dinner? No problem mama!

Instant pot frozen chicken breast is ready in less than 30 minutes from start to finish!

TIP: Just be sure to arrange the chicken breasts evenly on the bottom of the instant pot, if chicken breasts are frozen together it will require longer a longer cooking time to ensure chicken is cooked through.

Cooking frozen chicken in instant pot is your new favorite method for a fast and easy weeknight meal! But you might be wondering, how to cook frozen chicken breast in instant pot? Check out the steps below for how to cook frozen chicken in Instant Pot!

Why we love adding chicken thighs to instant pot?

Flavor, flavor, flavor. That extra fat on the chicken thighs provides so much more flavor and keeps your chicken nice and moist. It’s literally a game changer! Ya’ll it’s just that good. I urge you to try it! While you’re at it, check out this recipe for Easy Baked Chicken Thighs.

How to make instant pot shredded chicken?

First, grab your IP. And if you need an Instant Pot for your kitchen too, I’ve gotchu– this is the one I use:Instant Pot IP-DUO60 7-in-1 Multi-Functional Pressure Cooker, 6Qt/1000W.
Toss chicken breast (fresh or frozen into the Instant Pot)….add yo favorite spices. Put the lid on the pot and seal it. YEP… NO WATER NEEDED… and it makes a wonderful chicken stock too… which I always save for later.
Press the poultry setting, and let that baby cook and depressurize naturally for 15 mins. I don’t usually do a lot of meal prepping, but this is one that I keep on a weekly rotation so that we have protein at the ready. When I make it,I’ll freeze anything I’m not going to use in the next few days.

Easy, simple, and effortless. You’ve gottahave thisInstant Pot Easy Shredded Chicken in your life.

We love making shredded chicken in the instant pot… check out this post on how to shred chicken (without using a fork or knife!)

Easy shredded chicken recipes:

Not Your Mama’s Potato Chip Chicken Casserole
Sheet Pan Chicken Nachos
BBQ Chicken Tater Tots Salad
Chicken Enchiladas made with Homemade Enchilada Sauce

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Instant Pot Shredded Chicken

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Author: Kristina LaRue
Prep Time: 2 mins
Cook Time: 27 mins
Total Time: 29 mins
Yield: 8 servings

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Instant Pot Shredded Chicken. How to cook chicken breast and thighs in the Instant Pot, even from frozen! IP chicken you will forever be my saving grace for easy weeknight meals.

Ingredients

chicken breast, fresh or frozen (any amount.. I usually make 2 pounds)
favorite seasonings
drizzle with olive oil

Instructions

Place chicken in the Instant Pot, add favorite spices, drizzle with olive oil. No need to add water, the chicken creates it’s own natural juices.
Place lid on the Instant Pot and seal. Press POULTRY Setting (which is 12 minutes).
Once finished cooking, allow to depressurize naturally for 15 minutes. Remove from pot and shred. Store chicken stock in airtight container for later use!

Notes

Nutrition information based on 2 lbs of chicken

Category: Lunch
Method: Instant Pot
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/8th recipe

Keywords: instant pot shredded chicken, instant pot chicken breast, instant pot chicken thighs

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Instant Pot Shredded Chicken | IP Chicken Breast and Thighs Recipe (2024)

FAQs

Do chicken thighs and breasts take the same time to cook? ›

Amazingly, all the chicken pieces wind up cooking at about the same rate — dark meat pieces cook a bit slower than white meat, but the thickness of the breast meat means everything finishes around the same time.

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Do chicken breast take longer to cook than thighs? ›

First, chicken breasts cook faster than thighs and are easier to overcook. For example, if a recipe suggests cooking thighs for 30 minutes, the breasts may only take 20. The best way to avoid under or overcooking your chicken breasts is to test them with a meat thermometer.

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Are chicken thighs better than breasts in Instant Pot? ›

Chicken thighs are much more forgiving than breasts.

While all cuts of chicken are fair game for the Instant Pot, thighs are the most forgiving. Because chicken breast is so lean, just a couple of extra minutes of cook time turns them from juicy to overcooked and dry.

Why is my Instant Pot shredded chicken rubbery? ›

Why does chicken get rubbery in Instant Pot? The Instant Pot utilized pressure cooking, which is an ulrta quick cooking method. This makes it very easy to overcook chicken. Rubbery chicken is overcooked.

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How do you make sure your chicken breasts and legs are cooked properly? ›

Poke the Meat

This method applies to chicken specifically. For properly cooked chicken, if you cut into it and the juices run clear, then the chicken is fully cooked. If the juices are red or have a pinkish color, your chicken may need to be cooked a bit longer.

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What are the correct temperatures to cook chicken breasts and thighs? ›

The USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) recommends cooking whole chicken and parts of chicken (like the breasts, legs, thighs, wings and giblets), ground poultry, and stuffing to 165 degrees F.

Should chicken thighs be cooked fast or slow? ›

The key is to cook them slowly.

(That discovery is what led to the supple meat in our Mahogany Chicken Thighs and Grilled Spice-Rubbed Chicken Drumsticks recipes.)

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Which part of the chicken takes the longest to cook? ›

Legs and thighs are the pieces that take the longest to cook by themselves. Weight: 4 to 8 oz. Cooking time: 10 to 15 minutes per side if grilled; 40 to 50 minutes if roasted or simmered in a liquid.

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Which is more tender chicken breast or thigh? ›

Chicken thighs are a fattier cut of meat, which means they're going to have a more intense, rich flavor than the white meat breasts. Being more tender, thighs cook easily and go well with a variety of other ingredients. They can be grilled, roasted, baked, boiled, fried, etc.

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Can you overcook chicken in an Instant Pot? ›

An electric pressure cooker is pretty forgiving when it comes to cooking chicken, since it is cooked using steam pressure. I wouldn't cook chicken longer than 20 minutes at high pressure, or it could start to dry out, but don't worry if you forget about it for a few minutes after the pressure cooking cycle is complete.

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How do you keep chicken from getting tough in Instant Pot? ›

The key to getting perfectly juicy boneless chicken breasts is to cook them on a trivet, above the liquid. I find that this results in a better texture than cooking them on the bottom of the pot. I also think their texture is best when you quickly release the pressure, rather than letting it naturally release.

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Should chicken be submerged in an Instant Pot? ›

Note: You can submerge your chicken directly in the cooking liquid, especially if you want to make chicken stock. However, the steamer basket method ensures crispy skin and won't wash away the seasoning. Individual chicken pieces can be cooked in much the same way as a whole chicken.

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Does chicken get more tender the longer you cook it in an Instant Pot? ›

This dinner staple cooks up perfectly every time in the Instant Pot. You can aim for firm but juicy chicken for cubing, or let it cook a little bit longer for tender shredded chicken.

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Why is my chicken tough after pressure cooking? ›

Without watching over your shoulder in your kitchen, the most likely reason is overcooking. Pressure cookers are powerful, and it can be a fine line between perfectly done vs. too much. Longer cook times squeeze more moisture out of the tissue, leaving it drier and tougher.

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Is there a big difference between chicken breast and chicken thighs? ›

Chicken breast is significantly leaner than chicken thighs. According to the Australian Chicken Meat Federation, 100g of skinless chicken breast contains 22.3g of protein and 1.6g of fat. Compare this to 100g of skinless chicken thigh, which contains 17.5g of protein and 8.4g of fat.

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How long does a chicken breast take to cook? ›

chicken breast at 350°F (177˚C) for 25 to 30 minutes. Use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature is 165˚F (74˚C).

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Is it better to bake chicken at 350 or 400? ›

The best way to bake chicken breasts is the oven is at 400 F. Simply drizzle some olive oil in the bottom of your baking dish, season your skinless chicken breasts generously and add a pat of butter on top of each chicken breast.

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