Whether you need easy weeknight meals to new or an exciting cooking experiment, these are Food.com's best Instant Pot recipes. Never used a pressure cooker before? No problem! From chili and pot roast to low-carb options and more, these simple dishes make dinner a breeze. Get more inspiration with our pressure cooker favorites and healthy Instant Pot recipes.
"I loved this pot roast! It was practically falling apart from how tender it was! It took no time at all, which is a major plus!"
-Jonathan Melendez
Better than takeout and ready in minutes! Plus, you can make the rice ahead of time to save time on weeknights.
Make this versatile side dish for literally any meal. Cauliflower and potato are a winning low(er)-carb combo. Plus, you can make it ahead in the Instant Pot and reheat in the broiler just before serving.
"OMG, what have I been missing! So fast, easy and peels like a dream. The perfect texture with no rubbery feel or that dreaded gray-green circle around the yolks."
-Bonnie G 2
A great, flavorful alternative to traditional mashed potatoes. If you're trying to be somewhat healthier, this is the side dish for you!
A healthy and fast Instant Pot chicken recipe for a weeknight meal. Serve with whole grain pasta or rice and steamed vegetables for a complete (and completely amazing) meal.
"Excellent! I'll definitely make this again. I added the marinade to give more flavor and I'm so glad I did. The meat was tender and flavorful."
-gooch621
"I followed the recipe exactly and it was delicious! As a busy mom with three little ones, this was a little more labor intensive than most of my Instant Pot meals, but it was so worth it when the result tasted as good as my favorite ribs at a restaurant in town!"
-mrs.margaretmcd
A lightened up version of mashed potatoes, ready in just minutes in the Instant Pot. This version uses a combo of buttermilk and olive oil.
You'll never want to make regular mac and cheese again. No more need to boil noodles and dirty a bunch of dishes, because all you need is an Instant Pot! It's the creamiest mac and cheese you'll ever have!
"This is one of my favorite breakfast and brunch recipes. It's easy, delicious and a crowd pleaser!"
-Jonathan Melendez
This recipe cuts the cooking time in half compared to traditional potatoes au gratin, but it doesn't skimp on flavor.
"Made this for dinner this past week and it was a hit. Served it over brown rice. Super tasty!"
-Jonathan Melendez
"This was super easy to make and the meatballs were very tender and so flavorful!"
-Jonathan Melendez
"Loved this simple recipe for the Instant Pot. It was delicious!"
-Jonathan Melendez
Fans have called this the best cheesecake ever and we don't disagree.
"This is an excellent recipe and does have great flavours. We always sear the roast before pressure cooking as we find this adds extra flavour to the gravy and also makes the juices much darker."
-John D.
This flavorful brisket might be made with store-bought BBQ sauce, but that doesn't mean it isn't loaded with flavor. Cooking it in the Instant Pot really infuses it and makes it very tender.
Yes, you can make roasted potatoes in a pressure cooker. And once you do, you probably won't make them any other way.
This southern staple is usually eaten around the new year for good luck, but—as it turns out—it's a great side dish for any recipe.
Tender cauliflower in a luscious cheese sauce that you won't be able to get enough of. The cauliflower makes this dish healthy... right?
The most flavorful carrots you'll probably ever try, and the best part is that making them in the Instant Pot is super easy and makes them extra tender!
You don't have to wait hours on end to make delicious cocktail meatballs in a slow cooker. These ones are ready in no time.
You'll never make a quicker nor easier rice pudding than this one right here. It's made with arborio rice and flavored with cinnamon and bits of raisins.
A deliciously moist cake flavored with pureed figs and dates. Top it off with fresh whipped cream and it's just perfect for the holidays—or any other special occasion.
A chocolatey twist on a holiday morning classic. It's perfect for breakfast or brunch, but can also be a great dessert.
"Delicious! I used veggie broth instead of chicken broth to make it vegetarian. Also forgot to buy cream cheese, but a little plain yogurt worked fine. Would definitely make again—next time I'm using fresh green beans."
-Amy B.
A great sweet potato casserole that you can make without ever having to turn on your oven. It's like a side dish meets dessert!
Don't want to spend hours cooking a big turkey for just a few people? Try this delicious and moist turkey recipe all done in an Instant Pot!
A flavorful stuffing that you can make either on the stove-top or entirely in your pressure cooker! You're going to love it!
Sure, opening a can is much easier, but this homemade version is absolutely tasty—and so easy too.
Some of the best mashed potatoes you'll ever have. The Instant Pot makes quick work and then keeps them warm for serving, while the parmesan and garlic add tons of flavor.
Although you won't get that iconic crispy topping, this pressure cooker apple crisp is packed with so much flavor and really comes together in no-time at all!
These brussels sprouts are a cinch to make, and are packed with so much flavor because of the bacon and fresh lemon juice!
Corn pudding? Meet corn soufflé. It's cheesy, slightly spicy, and makes for the perfect side dish.
Making bread pudding in a pressure cooks makes a very moist pudding that is packed with so much flavor. The bourbon sauce for serving, of course, helps too!
A flavorful mulled wine recipe flavored with fresh apples, oranges and cranberries. Keep it warm in your Instant Pot or serve it over ice for a refreshing sangria-like refreshment.
Cooking a whole bird in one pot in just one hour? Say it ain't so! This chicken dinner is hearty and the cleanup is minimal.
"This was really easy to make. The sauce was very flavorful, chicken tender, and the sugar snap peas were a healthy colorful addition. This is a keeper!"
-Carol A.
Serve a spicy stew that will warm up any day of the week.
Tender beef in a deep, rich red wine sauce? This will become your new go-to meal for any night of the week.
"The ingredients of this dish blended beautifully in that subtle way where no one flavor is more pronounced than any other. Grandchildren aged five, seven, and nine all declared it a hit."
-Robin G.
Meet the perfect mashup of two crowd-pleasing soups.
Your favorite comfort food just got even easier!
"Absolutely delicious! One of my favorite soups. Made another batch to freeze for later."
-DianaEatingRichly
Just add your favorite pasta for a quick, comforting dish.
Simplify an impressive dish by cooking it in your Instant Pot.
"Was looking for ways to use my new Instant Pot and found this, couldn't be easier and the chops came out tender and moist, perfect timing and an easy learning recipe."
-Bonnie G 2
"Very good! I've never had Thai green curry before and was very impressed with this recipe. I used Thai Kitchen brand of green curry paste and it wasn't too spicy. Serve with lots of basmati rice to soak up all of the delicious sauce!"
-DeliciousAsItLooks
A simple, saucy variation on a comfort food classic.
"So delicious and easy! I used quinoa flakes instead of breadcrumbs to make it gluten-free."
-DeliciousAsItLooks
"Amazing recipe! I made this in the Instant Pot and it was some of the best carnitas we've ever had."
-DeliciousAsItLooks
"I made this twice today. I made it for my neighbor who was feeling under the weather. I ran out of butternut squash from my garden so I substituted Hubbard squash. It was so delicious I made a batch for myself. Easy to make and wonderful for a snowy, winter day."
-jorowe38
"My step-daughter created this recipe and it's delicious! Very comforting and warm."
-Diva Sarah
A fun and giant take on a breakfast essential!
"A full meal of soup, poached chicken with dipping sauces, and rice."
-cowpants13
Fresh corn, ready in just three minutes!
A half-hour meal with flavors that will make you go back for seconds and thirds. Use your favorite vegetables, and omit the tofu if you're not a fan!
"The dumplings are wonderful, the chicken is moist, and it has a wonderful chicken flavor to it. Growing up, the recipe we were given was a milky, tasteless soup with chicken and biscuits from a can. I love this homemade, from-scratch recipe with rich flavors and honest-to-goodness dumplings."
-KatyMomma
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