I wanted an easy dish I could prepare quickly before work, and Sloppy Joe sliders fit the bill. With just a can of sauce, chicken, buns, and cheese, these Instant Pot Chicken Sloppy Joe Sliders come together in no time. Only four main ingredients and 10 minutes on high pressure in the Instant Pot makes a fast, satisfying meal.
After serving a beef version previously, I decided to try chicken this time — it shredded beautifully and had a delicious, slightly different flavor that everyone enjoyed. The Instant Pot speeds up the process and makes shredding effortless. These sliders work perfectly for a speedy weeknight dinner, game-day snacks, or a simple party appetizer.
Equipment Needed for these Instant Pot Chicken Sloppy Joes Sliders
Instant Pot or pressure cooker
Meat claws or two forks
You can also make this recipe on the stovetop or in a slow cooker — instructions for the slow cooker are included below. This shredded chicken sloppy joe recipe is a versatile option for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
What You Need to Make these Chicken Sloppy Joe Sliders
- Chicken (breasts or thighs)
- Sloppy Joe sauce (one 15 oz. can)
- Water
- Cheese (your choice)
- Buns or slider rolls
How to Make Chicken Sloppy Joe Sliders in the Instant Pot
Add the chicken, the can of sloppy joe sauce, and a bit of water to the Instant Pot. Lock and seal the lid and set to high pressure for 10 minutes.
When the cook time ends, carefully perform a quick (manual) pressure release and open the lid. Shred the chicken with two forks or meat claws right in the pot so it mixes with the sauce. Spoon the shredded chicken onto buns, top with a slice of cheese or any preferred toppings, and serve warm.
Can I Make These in the Slow Cooker?
Yes. Place the chicken, the can of sloppy joe sauce, and water in the slow cooker. Cook on low for 4–6 hours (or high for 2–3 hours) until the chicken is fully cooked, then shred. If you prefer a thicker sauce, omit the water. Assemble sliders with cheese and any other desired toppings.
Recipe Overview
Instant Pot Chicken Sloppy Joe Sliders
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Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 15 oz. can Manwich or similar
- 3/4 cup water
- cheese of choice I used cheddar
- buns or bread
Equipment
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Instant Pot
Method
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Add chicken, water, and sauce to the Instant Pot.
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Seal the lid and set the Instant Pot to high pressure for 10 minutes.
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When cooking finishes, perform a manual pressure release.
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Open the lid and shred the chicken with forks or meat claws.
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Assemble sliders with cheese and any preferred toppings.
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Place chicken, sauce, and water in the slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for 4–6 hours or on high for 2–3 hours. For a thicker sauce, omit the water. Shred and assemble sliders.
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Looking for other easy Instant Pot recipes? Check these out
Try the BBQ Chicken Mac or the Instant Pot Reuben Sandwich recipes for more simple, flavorful meals you can make in your pressure cooker.
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*This post was updated with new photos 2/9/2023