A comprehensive compilation of 100 Instant Pot recipes is provided to assist you in creating a diverse and appetizing meal plan. These recipes are organized by category, encompassing everything from substantial main courses to lighter side dishes and desserts, thereby maximizing the convenience and adaptability of your Instant Pot Recipes.
Breakfast
Instant Pot Oatmeal
Ingredients: Rolled oats, water or milk, salt, cinnamon.
Method: Prepare oats with water or milk under pressure for a quick and creamy result.
Egg Bites
Ingredients: Eggs, cheese, spinach, bell peppers.
Method: Beat the eggs and incorporate the vegetables and cheese; cook in silicone molds.
Instant Pot Frittata
Ingredients: Eggs, cheese, cooked sausage, assorted vegetables.
Method: Combine eggs with the fillings, pour into the pot, and steam.
Instant Pot Yogurt
Ingredients: Milk, yogurt starter.
Method: Heat the milk, then allow it to ferment with the yogurt culture to create homemade yogurt.
Steel-Cut Oats
Ingredients: Steel-cut oats, water, salt, optional toppings.
Method: Cook under pressure for a creamy breakfast option.
Soups and Stews
Chicken Noodle Soup
Ingredients: Chicken breasts, carrots, celery, noodles, broth.
Method: Pressure cook the chicken and vegetables, then incorporate the noodles.
Beef Stew
Ingredients: Beef chuck, potatoes, carrots, broth, herbs.
Method: Sear the beef, add the vegetables and broth, and cook until tender.
Lentil Soup
Ingredients: Lentils, carrots, onions, celery, spices.
Method: Sauté the vegetables, add lentils and broth, and cook until done.
Tomato Basil Soup
Ingredients: Canned tomatoes, onion, garlic, basil, cream.
Method: Sauté the onions and garlic, add the tomatoes, and blend until smooth.
Split Pea Soup
Ingredients: Split peas, ham, carrots, onions, spices.
Method: Cook the split peas and ham with spices until tender.
Main Dishes
Instant Pot Chicken Tikka Masala
Ingredients: Chicken, tikka masala sauce, yogurt, rice.
Method: Cook the chicken in the sauce and serve alongside rice.
Beef Stroganoff
Ingredients: Beef strips, mushrooms, onions, sour cream, egg noodles.
Method: Sear the beef, add mushrooms and sauce, and mix in the sour cream.
Pulled Pork
Ingredients: Pork shoulder, barbecue sauce, seasonings.
Method: Season and cook the pork, then shred it and combine with barbecue sauce.
Honey Garlic Chicken
Ingredients: Chicken thighs, honey, soy sauce, garlic.
Method: Prepare the chicken in a honey-garlic sauce until it becomes tender.
Chili
Ingredients: Ground beef, beans, tomatoes, seasonings.
Method: Brown the beef, incorporate the remaining ingredients, and cook under pressure.
Creamy Tuscan Chicken
Ingredients: Chicken breasts, spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, cream.
Method: Sauté the chicken, then add cream and simmer with the vegetables.
Teriyaki Chicken
Ingredients: Chicken, teriyaki sauce, broccoli, rice.
Method: Cook the chicken in teriyaki sauce and serve alongside broccoli.
Stuffed Peppers
Ingredients: Bell peppers, ground meat, rice, seasonings.
Method: Fill the peppers with the mixture and cook under pressure.
Minestrone Soup
Ingredients: Assorted vegetables, beans, pasta, broth.
Method: Combine all ingredients and cook together for a nourishing soup.
Chicken Fajitas
Ingredients: Chicken, bell peppers, onions, fajita seasoning.
Method: Sauté the chicken with vegetables and spices, then serve in tortillas.
Rice and Grains
Instant Pot Risotto
Ingredients: Arborio rice, broth, parmesan cheese, mushrooms.
Method: Cook the rice with broth and stir in cheese at the conclusion.
Spanish Rice
Ingredients: Rice, tomatoes, bell peppers, seasonings.
Method: Sauté the ingredients, add rice and broth, and cook thoroughly.
Quinoa
Ingredients: Quinoa, water, salt.
Method: Rinse the quinoa, add water, and cook under pressure.
Rice and Beans
Ingredients: Brown rice, canned beans, seasonings.
Method: Cook the rice with beans and spices.
Coconut Rice
Ingredients: Jasmine rice, coconut milk, sugar, salt.
Method: Prepare the rice in coconut milk for a delicious side dish.
Sides
Steamed Vegetables
Ingredients: Assorted vegetables, salt, pepper.
Method: Place the vegetables in a steamer basket and cook over boiling water.
Mashed Potatoes
Ingredients: Potatoes, butter, milk, salt.
Method: Boil the potatoes until soft, then mash them with butter and milk.
Corn on the Cob
Ingredients: Corn, water.
Method: Add corn to a pot of water and steam until tender.
Baked Potatoes
Ingredients: Potatoes, salt, oil.
Method: Bake the potatoes until they are soft, resulting in a fluffy texture.
Garlic Mashed Cauliflower
Ingredients: Cauliflower, garlic, cream, butter.
Method: Steam the cauliflower, then blend it with garlic and cream until smooth.
Pasta Dishes
Instant Pot Spaghetti
Ingredients: Spaghetti, marinara sauce, water.
Method: Combine spaghetti with sauce and water in an Instant Pot for a convenient one-pot dish.
Pasta Primavera
Ingredients: Pasta, assorted vegetables, olive oil, garlic.
Method: Cook the pasta and mix in sautéed vegetables for a fresh flavor.
Mac and Cheese
Ingredients: Macaroni, cheese, milk, butter.
Method: Prepare the macaroni, then incorporate cheese and milk, stirring until melted.
Chicken Alfredo Pasta
Ingredients: Chicken, fettuccine, Alfredo sauce.
Method: Cook the chicken, then combine it with fettuccine and Alfredo sauce, stirring well.
Pasta e Fagioli
Ingredients: Pasta, beans, tomatoes, broth.
Method: Mix the ingredients and pressure cook until fully cooked.
Seafood Dishes
Lemon Garlic Salmon
Ingredients: Salmon fillets, lemon, garlic, herbs.
Method: Prepare the salmon by cooking it with garlic and lemon for a swift meal.
Shrimp Scampi
Ingredients: Shrimp, garlic, butter, lemon, pasta.
Method: Sauté the shrimp with garlic and serve it over pasta.
Fish Tacos
Ingredients: White fish, tortillas, cabbage, sauce.
Method: Cook the fish and serve it in tortillas with various toppings.
Seafood Paella
Ingredients: Mixed seafood, rice, saffron, broth.
Method: Combine all ingredients and cook together for a rich and flavorful dish.
Instant Pot Clam Chowder
Ingredients: Clams, potatoes, cream, bacon.
Method: Mix the ingredients and cook until the mixture is creamy.
Snacks and Appetizers
Hard-Boiled Eggs
Ingredients: Eggs, water.
Method: Cook the eggs under pressure to achieve perfect hard-boiled results.
Buffalo Cauliflower Bites
Ingredients: Cauliflower, buffalo sauce, butter.
Method: Steam the cauliflower, coat it in sauce, and serve.
Cheese Dip
Ingredients: Cream cheese, cheddar cheese, spices.
Method: Melt the cheese and blend it with spices to create a dip.
Hummus
Ingredients: Chickpeas, tahini, lemon, garlic.
Method: Blend the cooked chickpeas with the other ingredients to make hummus.
Instant Pot Nachos
Ingredients: Tortilla chips, cheese, jalapeños, toppings.
Method: Layer the chips and cheese in the pot and melt them together.
Desserts
Instant Pot Cheesecake
Ingredients: Cream cheese, sugar, eggs, graham cracker crust.
Method: Create the batter, pour it into the crust, and cook under pressure.
Chocolate Lava Cake
Ingredients: Chocolate, butter, sugar, eggs.
Method: Prepare the batter, pour it into molds, and cook to achieve gooey centers.
Rice Pudding
Ingredients: Rice, milk, sugar, cinnamon.
Method: Cook the rice with milk and spices until it reaches a creamy consistency.
Apple Crisp
Ingredients: Apples, oats, brown sugar, cinnamon.
Method: Combine the ingredients to create the batter and cook in the pot to achieve fudgy brownies.
Vegetarian Dishes
Vegetable Curry
Ingredients: Assorted vegetables, curry paste, coconut milk.
Method: Simmer the vegetables in a mixture of coconut milk and curry paste.
