If you imagine that you have to whip out a grill or watch your chicken cook in an oven for hours to enjoy barbecue chicken, think again! With these BBQ chicken Instant Pot recipes, you will be able to whip up the yummiest dishes without any hassle and just a few ingredients. So, what are you waiting for? Check out these recipes right away!
It really doesn't get any easier than this recipe - all you need are two ingredients - the chicken and the barbecue sauce, that’s it! Don't worry, though, because the results are still incredible with tender, juicy chicken perfectly glazed in sauce. Pour water into the Instant Pot, place the chicken on the rack, coat in barbecue sauce, and then pressure cook until tender!
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Sometimes to enjoy true barbecue, the dish has to feel a little messy - well, this is exactly what this recipe offers including tons of flavor. Pour in broth into the Instant Pot followed by chicken, dried onion, and barbecue sauce. Then, pressure cook until the chicken is done and serve while warm!
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If you are looking for a BBQ chicken with a bit more flavor to it, this is the recipe to follow! Here, the chicken is seasoned first for that little extra flavor. Drizzle olive oil at the bottom of the Instant Pot, add in the chicken and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Pour over the barbecue sauce and then pressure cook to perfection!
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This recipe is another option for adding some flavor to your chicken, while ensuring a nice saucy dish! Place the chicken in the Instant Pot and pour in stock, onion, garlic, paprika, and barbecue sauce. Pressure cook the chicken until tender and then shred it. Toss with more barbecue sauce and serve!
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Brown sugar pairs perfectly with the spices in your BBQ chicken while also adding a molasses-like flavor that partners with the sauce beautifully! Pour in the stock, onion and garlic powder, paprika, barbecue sauce, grated onion, and Worcestershire sauce. Pressure cook and shred, reducing the sauce in the Instant Pot if you like!
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If you are looking for a recipe that is as close to grilled BBQ chicken as possible, then you should check out this recipe! Here, the chicken is first tossed in brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, mustard powder, and chili powder. It is then browned in the Instant Pot before being coated in barbecue sauce and then cooked until tender enough to be shredded!
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If you are looking for a more wholesome BBQ chicken recipe, then you should give this one a try! It largely uses all natural ingredients with the rub and the sauce to offer up a truly incredible flavor! The chicken is sprinkled with mustard powder, turmeric, and other spices before being seared and then pressure cooked in a mix of ketchup, molasses, minced onion, Worcestershire sauce, and apple cider vinegar. Pressure cook, shred, and serve!
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If you are looking to take store bought barbecue sauce to the next level, then this is the recipe to help you do just that. It adds a sweet and tart flavor to the sauce that makes it taste so good! Add barbecue sauce, apple sauce, and apple cider vinegar to the Instant Pot. Place the chicken in the sauce and then pressure cook until tender!
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Beer adds such incredible flavor to your chicken while also helping it to get nice and juicy! Add the chicken to your Instant Pot along with chipotle chili powder, garlic powder, paprika, cinnamon, beer, and barbecue sauce. Then, pressure cook until tender and shred. You can add more barbecue sauce to the chicken if you like!
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Looking for BBQ chicken with a bit of a kick to it? Well, you are going to love this recipe - not only is it spicy, but it is also super simple! Add the chicken to the Instant Pot along with chili sauce, vinegar, minced onion, spices, and water. Pressure cook until tender and serve!
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Try these Instant Pot BBQ wings and you aren't ever going to want to make your wings any other way! Stir barbecue sauce, honey, water, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, and cayenne pepper in the pot and then add in the wings. Pressure cook until done and then brush the wings with more sauce, pop under the broiler, and cook until crispy!
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The smoky flavor of this chicken makes it taste like it has just been pulled off a grill - so god! Season the chicken and add to the Instant Pot along with broth. Then, add a trivet and add a pot with a combination of liquid smoke, vinegar, mustard, lemon juice, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, spices, hot sauce, and spices. Then, pressure cook until the chicken is tender and then toss with the sauce!
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If you are on a low carb diet, this recipe will ensure that you don't miss out on the BBQ chicken experience! Pour water in the inner pot and then place a steamer basket in the Instant Pot. Place the chicken in this and brush with a combination of Monkfruit sweetener, vinegar, tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and spices. Pressure cook and then toss with more sauce before broiling!
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If you want to add a twist of flavor to your BBQ chicken, this recipe will point you in the right direction! Here, the homemade maple barbecue sauce just adds so much deliciousness to your chicken. Season the chicken with spices, place in the Instant Pot, and then coat with a sauce made from tomato paste, coconut aminos, maple syrup, vinegar, mustard, and spices. Pressure cook and then shred!
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Add spice and flavor to your chicken with this yummy recipe! Place the chicken in the Instant Pot along with water or broth, cumin, black pepper, lime juice, red onion, garlic, jalapenos, and honey. Then pressure cook and shred - this works great as a filling for sliders!
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Why not give your BBQ chicken a tropical vibe with this recipe - it offers up an extra dose of sweetness and tang! Add the chicken to the Instant Pot and pour in pineapple juice and then spread pineapple pieces on top of the chicken. Pour barbecue sauce over all of this and then pressure cook until tender!
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If you are looking to switch things up, then this is a recipe that you should consider - why not make chili out of your BBQ chicken? Saute seasoned chicken, peppers, and onions in the Instant Pot before adding in spices followed by pineapple juice, barbecue sauce, tomatoes, green chiles, and beans. Pressure cook until tender and then shred the chicken before sprinkling with ranch and adding back to the sauce along with pineapple pieces and cilantro!
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This is another great recipe for when you want to do something a bit different with your BBQ chicken! Simmer blackberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a pan and then blend until smooth. Whisk in balsamic vinegar, ketchup, molasses, and mustard. Pour this over the chicken in the Instant Pot and then top with onion, garlic, and jalapenos. Pressure, cook, shred, and enjoy!
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If you want to add a more complex flavor to your BBQ chicken, this recipe will show you how to do it so easily! Saute onions in an Instant Pot before adding in the chicken, bourbon, paprika, and barbecue sauce. Stir well and then pressure cook and shred. Stir in more barbecue sauce and serve!
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If you love mac and cheese now, wait until you taste this yummy BBQ version! Add the pasta, broth, beer, and seasonings to the Instant Pot and pressure cook until tender. Then, stir in milk, cream cheese, barbecue sauce, paprika, and shredded cheese. Add in shredded chicken, mix well, and then drizzle with more barbecue sauce before serving!
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These yummy nachos are the perfect snack or appetizer for the family! Start by sauteeing onions in your Instant Pot and then add in chicken and barbecue sauce and pressure cook until tender. Shred the chicken and add to nachos along with cheese, pop into the oven, bake, and top with your desired toppings!
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If you prefer Carolina style BBQ or just want to try out something different, then this is a great recipe to check out! Stir vinegar, brown sugar, hot sauce, and seasonings in the Instant Pot and then nestle in the chicken. Pressure cook and then shred the chicken. Stir in with some of the sauce and enjoy!
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This recipe offers you another yummy way to add some heat to your BBQ chicken! Saute cumin seeds, green chilis, peppers, aromatics, and spices before stirring the chicken into this. Then, top with barbecue sauce and pressure cook. Shred the chicken and stir into the sauce with cilantro, simmer for a while, and then serve!
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Cola is just what you need to add that gorgeous flavor to your chicken and it adds the loveliest color too! Add the chicken to the Instant Pot along with barbecue sauce, cola, vinegar, and spices. Pressure cook the meat until it is tender enough to be shredded and stir in with the cooking juices!
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Not only do you get to enjoy the most gorgeous balance of flavors in this recipe but it is also low carb! Simmer together hot sauce, liquid smoke, tomato paste, vinegar, smoky spices, and Monkfruit sweetener. Then, toss the wings in salt and place in the Instant Pot. Pour over the sauce and pressure cook to perfection!
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The sweet, slightly creamy flavor of the root beer is a great way to add a delicious and interesting flavor to your chicken! Season the chicken and place in the Instant Pot along with barbecue sauce, Worcestershire sauce, root beer, and water. Pressure cook, shred, toss with the cooking juices, and enjoy!
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If you are a fellow believer in ranch and barbecue sauce going hand in hand, then this is certainly a recipe to try out! Place the chicken in the Instant Pot and sprinkle with ranch dressing. Mix together mayo, heavy cream, and vinegar, and add this to the pot too. Finally, pour in barbecue sauce and pressure cook until tender!
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The sweet tartness of this recipe is going to elevate your BBQ chicken to another level! Blend together cherry preserves, cherry filling, chipotle peppers, barbecue sauce, cloves, and vinegar. Pour this over the chicken in an Instant Pot and pressure cook to perfection!
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If you want an even sweeter take on your BBQ chicken, here is a delicious recipe to follow! Mix together peach jam, tomato paste, garlic, onion, smoked paprika, soy sauce, vinegar, mustard, oregano, and red pepper flakes and place in the Instant Pot. Place the chicken in the pot too, coat, and then pressure cook!
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This is a great recipe for when you want to make a Southern-style recipe with minimal effort! Start by placing collard greens and water in the Instant Pot. Nestle in the chicken and pour in barbecue sauce. Place a piece of foil and add in a pan filled with grits, water, and cheese. Pressure cook all of this and drizzle with barbecue sauce before serving!
Well, there you go - the many ways that you can make BBQ chicken in the Instant Pot. No more needing to slave over a hot stove or spend hours in the kitchen - simply add in the ingredients to your Instant Pot and you are good to go! What's more, with all of these options, you are sure to be spoilt for choice!
