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16 Instant Pot Recipes

A list of quick and easy Instant Pot recipes for any occasion with options for chicken, beef and pork including hearty beef stew, flavorful chicken thighs and savory pork chops.

Save some time and unlock amazing flavors with the power of the Instant Pot. Whether you are new to this amazing appliance or you are a pro, make the most of your Instant Pot with these fabulous recipes!

A group of quick and easy Instant Pot recipes for any occasion like pot roast, pork chops and chicken thighs.

Instant Pot recipes are here for the crazy busy nights that are ahead. It’s the fastest kitchen appliance around and it comes with so many different functions like a pressure cooker, slow cooker, yogurt maker, rice cooker, you name it!

This gadget can even speed up holiday meals like ham for Easter, turkey for Thanksgiving or corned beef for St. Patrick’s Day. Why not make things a little easier with the Instant Pot?

I am in love with this little appliance that I have no clue how we lived without for so long. You can make ANYTHING in this pot! I’ve some of my favorite Instant Pot recipes for you to try out. If you haven’t jumped on the Instant Pot train yet, now is the time to get cooking!

16 Instant Pot Recipes

A group of quick and easy Instant Pot recipes including chili, ham and pork chops.
Instant Pot Beef Stew
This Instant Pot beef stew is tender meat combined with carrots, potatoes and peas in a rich and savory broth. An easy dinner that can be on the table in less than an hour!
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A bowl of Instant Pot beef stew with cubes of meat, potatoes, carrots, onions and peas.
Instant Pot Brisket
This beef brisket is coated in a homemade spice rub and barbecue sauce, then slow cooked until tender. An easy dinner option that requires minimal prep work and is great for feeding a crowd.
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Instant Pot brisket on a tray with red onions and corn on the cob.
Instant Pot Carnitas
This Instant Pot carnitas recipe is pork seared to golden brown perfection, then pressure cooked with citrus and spices to make the most tender and flavorful meat. An easy recipe that produces authentic results in no time!
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A plate of Instant Pot carnitas with rice, beans, salsa and tortillas.
Instant Pot Ham
This Instant Pot ham is a spiral ham coated in a 3 ingredient glaze, then pressure cooked to tender perfection. A quick and easy way to prepare ham that always gets rave reviews!
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An Instant Pot ham served on a platter with herbs and fruit.
Instant Pot Chicken with Mushroom Sauce
This Instant Pot chicken is lightly breaded chicken breasts topped with a creamy and savory mushroom sauce. A quick and easy dinner option that the entire family will enjoy!
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Instant Pot chicken with creamy mushroom sauce served over mashed potatoes with a side of broccoli.
Instant Pot Chicken Thighs
These Instant Pot chicken thighs are coated with herbs and spices, then seared and pressure cooked to tender perfection. A comfort food classic that takes just minutes to make and always gets rave reviews.
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Instant Pot chicken thighs with gravy, served with asparagus.
Instant Pot Chili
This Instant Pot chili is a blend of beef, beans, tomatoes and spices, all simmered together in a pressure cooker until tender and flavorful. The easiest way to make chili; everyone will think you spent all day on it!
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A bowl of Instant Pot chili topped with sour cream, cheese and green onions.
Instant Pot Corned Beef
This Instant Pot corned beef is pressure cooked until tender, then served with potatoes, cabbage and carrots in a garlic butter sauce. An easy one pot meal that's great for St. Patrick's Day or any other day of the year!
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Instant Pot corned beef sliced and served with cabbage, carrots and potatoes.
Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes
These Instant Pot mashed potatoes are perfectly creamy, full of flavor and are so easy to make! Pressure cooker mashed potatoes are the perfect side dish for an everyday meal or for a special holiday dinner.
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A bowl of fluffy Instant Pot mashed potatoes topped with pats of butter and sliced chives.
Instant Pot Pork Chops
These Instant Pot pork chops are seared to golden brown perfection, then pressure cooked and covered in mushroom gravy. An easy and fast dinner option that always gets rave reviews from family and friends!
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Instant Pot pork chops topped with mushroom gravy.

The Amazing Modern Pressure Cooker

It is fantastic to save time cooking meat like beef stew and carnitas. For dishes that could take hours, the high heat and pressure makes meat melt-in-your-mouth tender. I love opening the pot after the steam is released and seeing everything inside, it’s like opening a present; a delicious present.

Instead of the difficulty of old style pressure cookers, you can cook with a modern Instant Pot with the turn of a lid and the press of a few buttons. One thing to pay attention to is whether the recipe calls for letting the steam release naturally or if the release valve should be used. If you do use the release valve, make sure to use it carefully. I am so glad to have a device that is such an improvement on those old, fussy pressure cookers.

A collection of fantastic pressure cooker recipes like pulled pork, whole chicken and short ribs.
Instant Pot Short Ribs
These Instant Pot short ribs are flavorful beef ribs cooked with vegetables and seasonings until tender. The fastest and easiest way to prepare succulent short ribs that always get rave reviews!
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A bowl of Instant Pot short ribs in sauce with carrots and green beans.
Instant Pot Turkey Breast
This Instant Pot turkey breast is seasoned with butter, garlic and herbs, then pressure cooked to tender and juicy perfection. A super easy way to prepare a holiday main course that's sure to get rave reviews.
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Cooked Instant Pot turkey breast sliced and served on a platter.
Instant Pot Whole Chicken
This Instant Pot whole chicken is coated in butter, herbs and spices, then pressure cooked to tender and juicy perfection. The easiest way to make a whole chicken with perfect results every time!
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An Instant Pot whole chicken served with green beans and pilaf.
Instant Pot Pot Roast
The best Instant Pot pot roast with beef, potatoes, carrots, herbs and spices, all cooked in the pressure cooker until perfectly tender. A comfort food classic that is easy to prepare and always a big hit with both kids and adults.
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Instant Pot pot roast with carrots and potatoes, all topped with parsley.
Instant Pot Teriyaki Chicken
This Instant Pot teriyaki chicken is chicken thighs pressured cooked in a homemade sweet and savory teriyaki sauce. Serve over rice for a quick and easy meal that's sure to please both kids and adults.
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Instant Pot teriyaki chicken served with asparagus.
Instant Pot Pulled Pork
This Instant Pot pulled pork is chunks of meat coated in spices, then pressure cooked to tender and juicy perfection and served with BBQ sauce. An easy way to get that classic pulled pork flavor with minimal effort!
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Instant Pot pulled pork on a sandwich with a side of fries and coleslaw.

These recipes are some of my favorites that are perfect for everyday dinners and big gatherings. Save time and maximize flavor with this recipe collection today!

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    Comments

    2. Kristi Wheeler says

      10 minute spinach dip and Mm, chicken bowls! There are so many great recipes to try! Thank you so much for the great list!

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    3. Reesa Lewandowski says

      5 stars
      I am SO wanting an instant pot! I am saving this for when I finally get one! Thank you, they all look delicious!

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    4. Gemille Sleweon says

      Great meals for people on the go. I have school and work and can’t always spend a lot of time cooking and I rather not eat out all the time.

      Reply

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