Recipes Meat and Poultry Chicken Chicken Breast Instant Pot Shredded Chicken 5.0 (8) 8 Reviews 2 Photos Shredded chicken is really easy to make in your Instant Pot. Make this big batch and reheat as needed. Submitted by Tim Unger Updated on September 8, 2023 Save Rate Print Share Close Add Photo 2 Prep Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Additional Time: 5 mins Total Time: 45 mins Servings: 16 Yield: 4 pounds chicken Jump to Nutrition Facts Cook Mode (Keep screen awake) Ingredients 1x 2x 4x Oops! Something went wrong. Our team is working on it. Original recipe (1X) yields 16 servings 4 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breasts ½ cup water 1 teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon ground black pepper Directions Combine chicken breasts, water, salt, and pepper in a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot). Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 20 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build. Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Shred the chicken using 2 forks. Store shredded chicken in an airtight container with the liquid to help keep it moist. Recipe Tip Substitute chicken broth for the water if preferred. I Made It Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 115 Calories 2g Fat 22g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 16 Calories 115 % Daily Value * Total Fat 2g 3% Saturated Fat 1g 3% Cholesterol 59mg 20% Sodium 194mg 8% Protein 22g 44% Calcium 11mg 1% Iron 1mg 4% Potassium 143mg 3% * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. ** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data. (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.