Instant Pot Shredded Chicken

Ingredients

• 1 pound chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
• 1 cup chicken broth (or water)
• 0.5 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground, adjust to taste)

Instructions

1. Place the chicken breasts or thighs in the Instant Pot.
2. Add 1 cup of chicken broth or water to the pot.
3. Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and any desired spices.
4. Close the lid and set the valve to sealing.
5. Select the 'Pressure Cook' or 'Manual' setting and set the timer for 10 minutes for fresh chicken breasts or thighs, or 12 minutes for frozen chicken.
6. When the cooking time is complete, allow a natural pressure release for 5 minutes, then carefully perform a quick release to release any remaining pressure.
7. Open the lid and transfer the chicken to a large bowl.
8. Use two forks to shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
9. Return the shredded chicken to the pot to soak up the juices or use immediately in your favorite recipe.