Quick and Easy Instant Pot Pulled Chicken

This instant pot pulled chicken recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or a weekend barbecue. The chicken is cooked to perfection in the instant pot, ensuring it's tender and juicy. It's then shredded and tossed in a flavorful sauce that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Serve this pulled chicken on buns or in tacos for a crowd-pleasing meal.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 onion, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup barbecue sauce
• 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Directions

1. Place the chicken breasts in the instant pot.
2. Add the chicken broth, diced onion, minced garlic, chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper to the pot.
3. Close the lid and set the instant pot to manual high pressure for 15 minutes.
4. Once the cooking time is complete, do a quick release of the pressure.
5. Remove the chicken from the instant pot and shred it using two forks.
6. In a small bowl, whisk together the barbecue sauce, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, tomato paste, and Worcestershire sauce.
7. Return the shredded chicken to the instant pot and pour the sauce over it.
8. Stir until the chicken is coated in the sauce.
9. Close the lid again and let the chicken sit in the sauce for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
10. Serve the pulled chicken on buns or in tacos and enjoy!

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