Does BBQ sauce count as the liquid in an Instant Pot?

Yes, but the BBQ sauce should NOT be placed in the Instant Pot first. The sauce can burn on the bottom, so put the chicken in first, then top with the sauce. If you are using a higher sugar BBQ sauce, or your BBQ sauce is pretty thick, you’ll want to dilute it with ½ cup to 1 cup of water, broth, or apple juice to avoid getting the burn notice.

Why is my pulled BBQ chicken Instant Pot rubbery?

If your chicken breast winds up with a rubbery texture, it most likely means that you need to cook it a bit longer. In general, the Instant Pot does better with longer cooking times for meat. A natural pressure release also helps with the texture when cooking chicken in the Instant Pot.

Can you make Instant Pot BBQ Chicken with frozen chicken?

Yes, you can make Instant Pot BBQ chicken with frozen chicken! See the recipe notes to adjust the cooking time for frozen chicken.

How to store leftover BBQ chicken?

Place any leftover chicken in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. When you're ready to eat it, simply heat it up in the microwave or on the stovetop.

Instant Pot BBQ Chicken | Quick & Easy 2-Ingredient Dinner!

Instant Pot BBQ Chicken

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This quick and easy Instant Pot BBQ chicken is the perfect dinner for a busy weeknight. Ready in under 30 minutes, this moist and tangy chicken is delicious on sandwiches, in a salad, or even on pizza. You’ll want to make extra so you can enjoy it tomorrow too!

Author: Tiffany
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15-25 minutes
Total Time: 20-30 minutes
Yield: Varies
Category: Main Meals
Method: Instant Pot
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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1 cup your favorite BBQ sauce (or make your own)
2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar (optional)
2 Tbsp liquid aminos or soy sauce (optional)
2 – 2 ½ lbs chicken (thawed or frozen), skin removed
1 onion, sliced into rings (optional)

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Instructions

Place ingredients in the Instant Pot, chicken (and onions, if using) first, topped with the sauce.
Close the Instant Pot lid and turn the sealing valve to the sealing position.
Press “pressure cook” or “manual,” make sure it’s on HIGH PRESSURE, and set the cooking time for 6-25 minutes. See below for specific cooking times.
When the timer beeps, let the remaining pressure naturally release for 10-15 minutes. Don’t use the quick-releasing option because the natural release time allows the chicken to fully cook.
Remove the chicken from the Instant Pot and place on a plate.
Shred the chicken with two forks and place the meat back into the pot, and stir with the sauce.
Serve the barbecue shredded chicken hot!

Notes

Cook times:

Fresh chicken breasts or boneless chicken thighs: 6 minutes + NPR (If your chicken breasts are on the thicker side, you may need a few additional minutes of cooking time)
Frozen chicken breasts: 10 minutes + NPR
Fresh bone-in chicken: 15 minutes + NPR
Frozen bone-in chicken: 25 minutes + NPR

Nutrition

Serving Size: 4 ounces
Calories: 313

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