Instant Pot Shredded Buffalo Chicken

With this Instant Pot shredded Buffalo chicken, tender & spicy chicken can be ready in less than 30 minutes!

"I feel like chicken tonight. Like chicken tonight. Chicken tonight."

Anyone else remember those commercials??? I completely forgot that Chicken Tonight was the name of the sauces...

Chicken must be the most widely eaten food for dinner. It's just such a simple and versatile protein. But, we all get into our routines and ruts. So, if you're tired of hearing, "chicken, again???" check out this super simple, 3-ingredient Buffalo chicken. BIG on flavor, not complexity.

Seriously, shredded chicken is one of the greatest make-ahead foods. And with an Instant Pot, it's so easy! Perfect for salads, sandwiches, tacos, and more! For a flavor change, you could use barbecue sauce or an Italian or Asian dressing. Or cook with broth to make a basic shredded chicken that could be added to a wide variety of recipes.

Open-Faced Gluten Free Shredded Buffalo Chicken Sandwich

Ingredients in Instant Pot Shredded Buffalo Chicken

  • Chicken Breasts
  • Hot Sauce
  • Lime Juice
  • Optional: Brown Sugar

 How to Shred Cooked Chicken

     ♦ Two Forks

     ♦ Clean Hands

     ♦ Stand Mixer

     ♦ Hand Mixer

Instant Pot Shredded Buffalo Chicken

Can you put frozen chicken breasts in an Instant Pot?

Forgot to defrost dinner? No need to worry- YES, you can cook frozen chicken breast in an Instant Pot! Add some liquid. Then, cook on high pressure for 13-14 minutes and allow the pressure to release naturally. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken has reached 165 degrees.

Instant Pot Shredded Buffalo Chicken

With this Instant Pot shredded Buffalo chicken, tender & spicy chicken can be ready in less than 30 minutes!

Prep:
5
min
cook:
18
min
total:
30
min
Author:

Ingredients
  • 1/4 c. hot sauce
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 2 - 2 1/2 lbs. chicken breasts
  • Salt and pepper
  • 1/2 c. hot sauce
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1 Tbsp. brown sugar
Instructions
  1. Pour 1/4 c. of hot sauce and the juice of one lime to the bottom of the instant pot. Add more, if needed, to cover the bottom of the pot. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Then, place on top of the hot sauce. Set the Instant Pot to poultry and high pressure. Cook for 13 minutes. Then, release the vent.
  2. Remove the chicken and allow to cool. Shred with two forks (or put on a pair of disposable gloves and shred with your fingers.) Meanwhile, set the Instant Pot to sauté for 4-6 minutes to reduce the remaining sauce. Add the chicken back to the pot. In a small bowl, whisk 1/2 cup of hot sauce, juice of one lime, and the brown sugar. Pour over the chicken and stir until well-coated.

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