10 Quick and healthy Instant Pot recipes to prepare

by John Griffith
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If you are not much of a cook and you still don’t own a pressure cooker then what are you doing? Instant Pots have become the new craze. They are safe and easy to use. What’s more, you can create delicious meals just by throwing all the ingredients inside and allowing them to cook. For someone who doesn’t have a lot of time or is not a skilled chef, this is the perfect solution. So, if you have recently gotten one of these incredible devices and are on the look out for things you can prepare, this article is just for you. Find 10 quick, easy and most of all healthy instant pot recipes which you need to try as soon as possible!

Why not start with everyone’s favorite mac & cheese

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Healthy instant pot recipes – delicious recipe for mac & cheese

Ingredients:

  • 1 lbs macaroni
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp yellow mustars
  • 8 oz cheddar cheese
  • 3/4 cup parmesan cheese
  • 12 oz can evaporated milk
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg
  • salt and pepper

This looks so yummy

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Instructions:

  1. Add the water, macaroni, salt and mustard to the Instant Pot, close the lid, set the timer to 4 minutes on “Manual”. The cooking pressure needs to be on “high” and the release valve on “sealing”.
  2. After 4 minutes open the Instant Pot with the “Quick Pressure Release” button.
  3. Stir the pasta and add the milk, butter, cheese and nutmeg. Stir in until the cheese is melted and season with salt and pepper to taste.

You have a quick and delicious meal for the whole family in no time

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Who doesn’t love some fried rice

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Instant pot recipes – fried rice with chicken

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 1 cup brown rice
  • 10 oz mixed veggies
  • 2 eggs
  • 2.5 tbsp olive oil, divided

For the sauce:

  • 1 tsp maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp minced garlic

Easy and delicious

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Instructions:

  1. Cover the Instant Pot with olive oil. Add the broth and rice and set the pot to manual for 26 minutes with the valve turned to seal.
  2. In a bowl mix the ingredients for the sauce.
  3. Once the rice is done, use the natural release pressure for 11 minutes and remove the rice from the pot.
  4. Once again add olive oil to the pot and turn on the saute feature.
  5. Cook the veggies for 2-3 minutes, set them to the side of the Instant Pot and crack the eggs. Scramble.
  6. Add the rice and the sauce and mix everything together and let everything cook for 2-3 minutes over the saute feature.

You can add some chicken breast bites to the rice

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Swedish meatballs Instant Pot recipe

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Best Instant Pot recipes – Swedish meatballs

Ingredients:

  • 1lb ground beef
  • 1lb ground pork
  • 1/3 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup Panko
  • 2 egg yolks
  • 1 shallot, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 tsp thyme
  • 1/4 tsp allspice
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg
  • salt and black pepper
  • 1 tbsp canola oil
  • 2 tbsp flour
  • 2 cups beef stock
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 2 tbsp each chopped dill and parsley, for garnish

Preparing meatballs is actually super easy

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Instructions:

  1. Mix the beef, pork, milk, egg yolks, Panko, shallot, thyme, garlic, nutmeg, allspice, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Stir until everything is fully combined. Scoop a bit of the mixture into your hands to form small meatballs.
  2. Heat the oil in the Instant Pot, set to high saute and add the meatballs. Cook until golden brown, abot 3-4 minutes on each side. Set aside.
  3. Add flour and saute for about a minute until lightly browned, add the beef stock, salt and pepper.
  4. Transfer the meatballs back to the Instant Pot on manual setting. Set pressure to high and cook for 8 minutes. Quick release pressure and set the meatballs aside.
  5. Put the Pot on high saute setting and simmer until the sauce is thickened. Add the sour cream, salt and pepper. Serve the meatballs with the sauce and garnish with dill and parsley.

Don’t they look delicious

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Taco paste, why not?

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Ingredients:

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 cup yellow onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups enchilada sauce
  • 1.5 cups water
  • 10 oz can diced tomatoes
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1/2-1 cup canned corn
  • 3 cups pasta shells
  • 1/2 cup black beans, cooked
  • 2 cups grated cheese
  • salt and pepper

Fun twist on the regular tacos

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Instructions:

  1. Heat the oil in the Instant Pot, set on saute, add the onion and cook until tender. Then add the garlic and saute additional 30 seconds.
  2. Turn off the Pot and add the water, enchilada sauce, tomatoes, cumin and chili powder. Finally add the pasta and lock the lid with the valve on Sealed and set to high pressure for 3 minutes.
  3. Quickly release the pressure, add the corn and black beans and season with salt and pepper. Finally, sprinkle with cheese. Let sit in the Pot for about 2-3 minutes until the cheese melts.

Top with sauce of your choice

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Creamy chicken pasta Instant Pot recipe

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Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup sun dried tomatoes
  • 1 32oz carton chicken broth
  • 2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tbsp garlic, minced
  • salt and pepper
  • 1 lb chicken breasts, cut into cubes
  • 12 oz pasta
  • 5oz baby spinach
  • 1 8oz pkg cream cheese, cut into cubes
  • 1 cup shredded parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped basil leaves

So easy to make

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Instructions:

  1. Add the broth, seasoning, tomatoes, garlic, salt and pepper to the Instant Pot. Add the chicken and pasta and cover, setting the valve to Sealed. Then select the manual setting for 5 minutes on high pressure.
  2. Quick release the pressure and add the spinach, cream cheese and parmesan, stirring them in. Let rest for 5-10 minutes.
  3. Finally add the basil just before serving.

Voila!

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Delicious black bean soup for a detox

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Healthy Instant Pot recipes for a good detox

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 onion, diced
  • olive oil
  • 1 jalapeno, minced
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp each: cumin, smoked paprika, adobo seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp oregano
  • 1/8-1/4 tsp cayenne
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 1/2 tsp better than bouillion
  • 3 cups water
  • 1 cup black beans

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Instructions:

  1. Set your Instant Pot on saute and add the oil. Add the onion and pepper and season with salt and pepper. Cook for about 5-6 minutes, then add the garlic, while stirring.
  2. Stir in the rest of the ingredients in the Pot and set the vent to Sealed. Set the Pot on manual and cook for about 45 minutes on high pressure.
  3. Release pressure for 10 minutes and then do a quick release. Remove the bay leaf.

The garnish is up to you

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Healthy cauliflower curry

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Ingredients:

  • half an onion
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups squash, cut into cubes
  • 2 cups cauliflower, cut into florets
  • 1/2 cup red lentils
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 1 14oz can diced tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp red curry paste
  • 1 can coconut milk
  • 1 cup water
  • kosher salt

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Instructions:

  1. Add all of the ingredients to the Instant Pot and cook on high pressure for 5 minutes. Quick release the pressure once the time is over.
  2. Stir well and let is sit. Serve with rice.

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Step up your meal prep game with this delicious recipe for beef with broccoli

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Ingredients:

  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1/2lb beef, sliced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/4 cup beef broth
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp ginger, minced
  • 1 head broccoli, cut into florets

Step by step tutorial

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Instructions:

  1. Toss the beef with the baking soda and cornstarch in a bowl.
  2. Set your Instant Pot on saute and add the oil. Then, add the beef and cook for 3-4 minutes until lightly brown. Add the broth, soy sauce, honey, garlic and ginger and bring to a boil.
  3. Cover and set the valve on Sealed. Set to high pressure and cook for about 10-12 minutes.
  4. Microwave the broccoli with with water, drain and set aside.
  5. Quick release the pressure, add the broccoli and let sit for 5 minutes.
  6. Serve with rice.

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Beef Stroganoff Instant Pot recipe

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Ingredients:

  • 1/3 cup flour
  • salt and pepper
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg
  • 2 lbs chuck roast, cubed
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 onion
  • 8 oz. cremini mushrooms
  • 1/4 cup brandy
  • 1/4 cup red wine
  • 3 cups beef broth
  • 1 12 oz pkg egg white noodles
  • 3/4 cup sour cream
  • 3 tbsp fresh parsley
  • salt and pepper

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Instructions:

  1. Mix the flour, salt and pepper, garlic powder and nutmeg in a bowl. Add the beef and toss.
  2. Add the oil to the Instant Pot, set on saute. Brown the meat on all sides and transfer to a plate.
  3. Add the mushrooms and onion and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Stir in the wine, brandy and beef broth and add the beef. Cover and set the valve to Sealed. Set to manual and high pressure cooking for 12 minutes.
  5. Quick release the pressure and add the noodles. Cover and once again set on manual high pressure for 5 minutes. Quick release again.
  6. Finally, stir in the sour cream and parsley and season with salt and black pepper.

This delicious Beef Stroganoff recipe goes well with wine

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Finally a healthy oatmeal breakfast

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Quick Instant Pot recipes for breakfast

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups oats
  • 5 cups almond milk
  • cooking spray
  • pinch of salt

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Instructions:

  1. Spray the Instant Pot with the cooking spray and add the oats, milk and salt.
  2. Cover and set the valve to Sealed. Set the manual button on high pressure for 4 minutes.
  3. Release the pressure naturally for about 10-12 minutes. Stir the oatmeal and add more milk if necessary.
  4. Serve with fresh fruit, coconut flakes and honey.

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Cooking delicious meals with a pressure cooker is so easy

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This creamy chicken looks absolutely delicious

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Tasty shrimp pasta

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John Griffith
John Griffith

John Griffith is a young, passionate journalist. Writing has been John’s hobby ever since he was a boy. He has worked in some of the UK’s most successful news portals over the course of his professional career but found his forever home at Archzine.

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