Instant Pot BBQ Chicken
This Instant Pot BBQ Chicken is a lifesaver. For busy nights when you need a quick, delicious meal. That pleases everyone. The chicken cooks up incredibly tender and juicy. Absorbing all the rich, smoky, and tangy flavors of your favorite BBQ sauce. In under an hour. You can have a versatile dish. Ready to go. It’s perfect for serving on burger buns for a hearty sandwich. Over a bed of rice for a wholesome meal. Or even atop a salad for a lighter option. With minimal prep. And easy instructions. This recipe is a go-to. For any night of the week. Ensuring a flavorful and satisfying dinner. Without the fuss.
8 Servings
Ingredients
- 1 c low sodium chicken broth
- 1 ¼ c BBQ sauce divided
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp chili powder
- ¼ tsp salt use ½ tsp if using water instead of broth
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts or boneless skinless chicken thighs
- Burger buns if desired, for serving
Instructions
- Whisk together broth, ½ cup BBQ sauce, vinegar, garlic powder, chili powder, salt, and pepper in the Instant Pot.
- Add chicken and coat with sauce.
- Cook on high pressure for 16 minutes.
- Let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, then vent.
- Ensure chicken reaches 165°F and let rest.
- Mix remaining BBQ sauce into the pot sauce and heat if needed.
- Shred chicken, mix with sauce, and serve on buns.
Notes
To make this recipe gluten-free. Ensure your BBQ sauce is certified gluten-free. Many BBQ sauces contain hidden gluten. From thickeners or flavorings. So check the label carefully. Also, if you’re serving the chicken on buns. Choose gluten-free buns. The rest of the ingredients are naturally gluten-free. Making this an easy adaptation for a delicious, gluten-free meal. Enjoy your BBQ chicken. Without any worries about gluten!