Are you tired of bland, boring chicken recipes that take forever to prepare? Get ready to transform your meal game with this mind-blowing Pressure Cooker Shredded Buffalo Chicken! In just 25 minutes, you'll create a mouthwatering dish that's so versatile and packed with flavor, it'll become your new go-to recipe for everything from quick weeknight dinners to game day appetizers. Whether you're a spice lover or just looking to impress your family and friends, this recipe is about to become your secret weapon in the kitchen.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup buffalo sauce
- 1 tablespoon ranch seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken breasts by patting them dry with paper towels and seasoning generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Turn on the pressure cooker and select the sauté function. Add olive oil and allow it to heat up for 1-2 minutes.
- Briefly sear the chicken breasts on each side for about 2-3 minutes to develop a golden-brown exterior, which helps lock in flavor.
- Turn off the sauté function and pour the buffalo sauce over the chicken breasts, ensuring they are evenly coated.
- Sprinkle ranch seasoning over the chicken, distributing it evenly across the surface.
- Close the pressure cooker lid, set the valve to sealing position, and cook on high pressure for 12-15 minutes, depending on the thickness of the chicken breasts.
- Once cooking is complete, allow for a natural pressure release for 5 minutes, then carefully do a quick release of any remaining pressure.
- Remove the chicken and transfer to a large mixing bowl. Using two forks, shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- If desired, mix the shredded chicken with additional buffalo sauce for extra flavor and moisture.
- Serve hot in tacos, on salads, as a sandwich filling, or with your preferred side dishes.
Tips
- Pat the chicken breasts completely dry before seasoning to ensure perfect searing and maximum flavor absorption.
- Don't skip the searing step! Those golden-brown edges lock in incredible taste and create a more complex flavor profile.
- Adjust the buffalo sauce quantity based on your spice tolerance. Start with less and add more after shredding if you want an extra kick.
- Use a high-quality ranch seasoning for the most robust flavor. Homemade or premium store-bought blends work best.
- For extra moisture and flavor, reserve some buffalo sauce to mix in after shredding the chicken.
- If your chicken breasts are particularly thick, add 1-2 extra minutes to the cooking time to ensure they're perfectly cooked.
- A quick instant-read thermometer check can help confirm the chicken has reached a safe internal temperature of 165°F.
- This shredded chicken freezes beautifully for up to 3 months, making it perfect for meal prep and quick future meals.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 280kcal
Carbohydrates: 3g
Protein: 35g
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 110mg
