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Instant Pot BBQ Chicken

Instant Pot BBQ Chicken: Sweet, Tender Perfection in 30 Minutes

Enjoy tender Instant Pot BBQ Chicken in 30 minutes! Perfect for busy weeknights and gluten-free diets.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Natural Pressure Release 10 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 578
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 cup Chicken Stock or Water Can substitute with vegetable broth for a lighter flavor.
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs Provide juicy and tender texture.
  • 2 pieces Chicken Breast Can replace with more thighs for added juiciness.
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Fresh onions can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic is a good alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika can be used for a smokier taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste depending on the BBQ sauce used.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup BBQ Sauce Ensure it is gluten-free.
  • 1 small Grated Onion Can substitute with onion flakes or omit if preferred.
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar Maple syrup can be used for a different sweet note.
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce Ensure gluten-free version is used.

Equipment

  • Instant Pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Add 1 cup of chicken stock (or water) to your Instant Pot, followed by the chicken thighs and breasts. Sprinkle onion powder, garlic powder, and paprika over the chicken. Add salt, BBQ sauce, grated onion, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce on top. Avoid stirring.
  2. Securely seal the lid of the Instant Pot, making sure the valve is set to the sealing position.
  3. Select the manual setting on your Instant Pot and set the timer for 15 minutes on high pressure.
  4. After 15 minutes, allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes, then quickly release any remaining pressure.
  5. Remove the chicken from the pot and shred it using two forks.
  6. For a thicker sauce, turn on the 'sauté' setting and let the sauce simmer until reduced. Return the shredded chicken to the pot to coat with the sauce.
  7. Serve the chicken on gluten-free buns, over rice, or in a salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 578kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 34gFat: 31gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 125mgSodium: 970mgPotassium: 690mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 140IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 2.5mg

Notes

This recipe is perfect for meal prepping and can be customized with different BBQ sauces or spices.

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