Looking for quick and delicious meals? These 9 easy Instant Pot recipes will save you time and satisfy your cravings. From soups to desserts, the Instant Pot can do it all. Join us as we explore different ways to cook with this versatile kitchen appliance!
Ingredients for 9 Easy Instant Pot Recipes:
- Instant Pot Chicken and Rice
- Instant Pot Beef Stew
- Instant Pot Mac and Cheese
- Instant Pot Chicken Tortilla Soup
- Instant Pot Pulled Pork
- Instant Pot Cheesecake
- Instant Pot Lemon Garlic Chicken
- Instant Pot Vegetable Curry
- Instant Pot Steel Cut Oats
How to Make 9 Easy Instant Pot Recipes:
- Instant Pot Chicken and Rice: Combine chicken, rice, broth, and seasonings in the Instant Pot. Cook on high pressure for 10 minutes, then let the pressure release naturally for 5 minutes before quick releasing. Fluff the rice and serve.
- Instant Pot Beef Stew: Brown beef cubes in the Instant Pot using the sauté function. Add vegetables, broth, and seasonings. Cook on high pressure for 35 minutes, then quick release. Thicken the stew if desired.
- Instant Pot Mac and Cheese: Combine macaroni, water, and salt in the Instant Pot. Cook on high pressure for 4 minutes, then quick release. Stir in milk, cheese, and seasonings until creamy.
- Instant Pot Chicken Tortilla Soup: Sauté onions, garlic, and spices in the Instant Pot. Add chicken, broth, tomatoes, and beans. Cook on high pressure for 10 minutes, then quick release. Shred the chicken and serve with toppings.
- Instant Pot Pulled Pork: Rub pork shoulder with spices and brown in the Instant Pot using the sauté function. Add broth and cook on high pressure for 90 minutes, then natural release. Shred the pork and mix with BBQ sauce.
- Instant Pot Cheesecake: Mix cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla. Add eggs and mix until smooth. Pour into a prepared crust and cook on high pressure for 35 minutes. Let the pressure release naturally, then chill before serving.
- Instant Pot Lemon Garlic Chicken: Sauté chicken breasts in the Instant Pot. Add lemon juice, garlic, broth, and seasonings. Cook on high pressure for 10 minutes, then quick release. Serve with the sauce.
- Instant Pot Vegetable Curry: Sauté onions, garlic, and spices in the Instant Pot. Add vegetables, coconut milk, and broth. Cook on high pressure for 5 minutes, then quick release. Serve over rice.
- Instant Pot Steel Cut Oats: Combine oats, water, and salt in the Instant Pot. Cook on high pressure for 4 minutes, then natural release for 10 minutes. Stir in milk, sweetener, and toppings.
About the Main Ingredients:
- Chicken: Versatile and lean protein that cooks quickly in the Instant Pot.
- Beef: Hearty and flavorful, perfect for stews and soups.
- Pork: Tender and juicy, ideal for pulled pork and carnitas.
- Rice and Pasta: Cooks quickly and absorbs flavors well in the Instant Pot.
- Vegetables: Retain their nutrients and flavors when pressure cooked.
- Cheese and Cream: Add richness and creaminess to dishes like mac and cheese and cheesecake.
- Spices and Herbs: Enhance the flavor of dishes cooked in the Instant Pot.
