Instant Pot BBQ Chicken Sliders
Instant Pot BBQ Chicken Sliders are the ultimate crowd-pleaser, featuring tender, juicy chicken drenched in smoky-sweet barbecue sauce, all nestled in soft slider buns. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, these sliders come together quickly and are sure to impress everyone at your table. With just a few key ingredients and minimal prep, you can enjoy a flavor-packed meal that’s as satisfying as it is simple.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8 sliders 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5–2 lbs)
- 1 cup barbecue sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 8 soft slider buns
- Optional toppings: sliced pickles, coleslaw
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts in the Instant Pot. Pour chicken broth and half of the barbecue sauce over the top.
- Sprinkle minced garlic and onion powder evenly on the chicken.
- Seal the lid and cook on high pressure for 15 minutes. Allow a natural release for 5 minutes before quick releasing any remaining pressure.
- Remove chicken and shred with two forks. Mix shredded chicken with additional barbecue sauce until fully coated.
- Assemble sliders by placing generous portions of the BBQ chicken on each bun and adding desired toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slider (100g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - For extra flavor, season chicken with your favorite BBQ rub before cooking. - Substitute chicken with pulled pork or jackfruit for a different twist. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat in the microwave or stovetop.