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    March 2, 2026

    Instant Pot BBQ Chicken is a tender, sumptuous, chicken dish slathered in barbecue sauce prepared in a short time. Perfect for those busy weeknight meals when time is of the essence but you don’t want to sacrifice on taste. This is our go-to favorite Instant Pot chicken recipe.

    Instant Pot BBQ Chicken
    Instant Pot BBQ Chicken
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    Instant Pot BBQ Chicken

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    Season both sides of the chicken with All Purpose Seasoning Blend.
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    Place chicken on the steamer rack in the Instant Pot.
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    Pour the water and ½ cup of barbecue sauce into the Instant Pot.
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    Cook on manual setting/high pressure for 13 minutes.
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    Allow to naturally release for 5 minutes then quick release the remaining pressure.
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    Remove chicken from Instant Pot and drain any liquid.
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    Set Instant Pot to saute setting.
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    Add cooked chicken and remaining ½ cup of barbecue sauce.
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    Saute for 2-3 minutes until sauce is sticky.

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    Hi! I’m Christina… welcome to my kitchen! It’s so nice to meet you! I share tried and true recipes that anyone can make. I believe, if you can read, you can cook.

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