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21 Instant Pot Recipes That Make Dinner Fast, Easy, and Delicious

Published: Oct 29, 2025 by Janelle This post may contain affiliate links - read my disclaimer for full details... Leave a Comment

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When time’s short but you still want a homemade meal, the Instant Pot comes to the rescue. These 21 Instant Pot recipes prove that quick cooking doesn’t mean cutting corners on flavor. From hearty soups and tender meats to creamy pastas and comforting stews, every dish delivers rich taste with minimal effort. Whether you’re meal prepping for the week or feeding a hungry family, these recipes make it easy to get dinner on the table—fast.

Instant Pot Frozen Shredded Chicken Breasts

Shredded Chicken Breast in an Instant Pot.
Instant Pot Frozen Shredded Chicken Breasts. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Making these frozen shredded chicken breasts in the Instant Pot is one of my favorite last minute dinner meals to make on a weeknight. It is versatile and can be great for meal prep, too!
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Frozen Shredded Chicken Breasts

Instant Pot Chicken Thighs and Rice

Instant Pot Chicken and Rice in Instant Pot.
Instant Pot Chicken Thighs and Rice. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Make tender chicken thighs and fluffy rice at the same time with your Instant Pot. These come out perfect every time! Have dinner ready in about 40 minutes with very little hands on time!
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Chicken Thighs and Rice

Instant Pot Baby Back Ribs

Instant Pot Baby Back Rib dipped in barbeque sauce in a glass bowl
Instant Pot Baby Back Ribs. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

These Instant Pot Baby Back Ribs are fall off the bone tender! Bursting with flavor, these ribs taste like they were made at your favorite BBQ joint! Make the best pork ribs in under an hour with your pressure cooker.
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Baby Back Ribs

Instant Pot Spaghetti Squash

Instant Pot Whole Spaghetti Squash with parsley, salt, and pepper on a white plate and a fork.
Instant Pot Spaghetti Squash. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

This Instant Pot Whole Spaghetti Squash Recipe is incredibly easy to make! You'll have a delicious low carb alternative to noodles made in a jiffy! Cooking spaghetti squash in the Instant Pot creates perfectly tender spaghetti squash noodles that require little to no effort!
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Spaghetti Squash

Low Carb Instant Pot Pot Roast- Pressure Cooker Pot Roast

Instant Pot Cauliflower

Instant Pot Cauliflower in a white bowl with a fork.
Instant Pot Cauliflower. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Instant Pot Cauliflower couldn't be easier to make! Just 1 minute under pressure gives you perfectly steamed cauliflower! Simply seasoned, this recipe is great for keto, paleo and gluten-free diets.
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Cauliflower

Low Carb Instant Pot Pot Roast with potatoes. mushrooms, and parsley on a white plate.
Low Carb Instant Pot Pot Roast- Pressure Cooker Pot Roast. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Beefy, delicious with tons of vegetables, this Low Carb Instant Pot Pot Roast boasts the perfect meal for a lazy Sunday dinner.
Get the Recipe: Low Carb Instant Pot Pot Roast- Pressure Cooker Pot Roast

Instant Pot Baked Potato Soup

Image shows A bowl of cheesy loaded baked potato soup with bacon and cheese.
Instant Pot Baked Potato Soup. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Experience the comforting goodness of baked potato soup made effortlessly in the Instant Pot. Creamy, loaded with toppings, and ready to warm your soul.
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Baked Potato Soup

Instant Pot Broccoli Cheddar Soup Recipe

Image shows A bowl of broccoli cheddar soup with broccoli around it.
Instant Pot Broccoli Cheddar Soup Recipe. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Indulge in Instant Pot Broccoli Cheddar Soup. A creamy and cheesy delight that's quick to prepare, offering a comforting and flavorful meal.
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Broccoli Cheddar Soup Recipe

Chicken Paprikash

Chicken Paprikash on a platter with gravy.
Chicken Paprikash. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Made entirely in your Instant Pot, this easy meal has a thick, rich, and smoky gravy that transforms humble chicken thighs into a delish dinner!
Get the Recipe: Chicken Paprikash

Chicken Tinga

Chicken tinga in a blue bowl.
Chicken Tinga. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Packed with flavor and so good in burritos and tacos or loaded onto nachos, Chicken Tinga is the perfect Instant Pot recipe when you're craving big and bold flavors!
Get the Recipe: Chicken Tinga

IP Parmesan Asparagus Recipe

Asparagus on a black plate with parmesan cheese.
IP Parmesan Asparagus Recipe. Photo credit: Call Me PMc.

IP Parmesan Asparagus Recipe is a simple yet delicious side dish that you can steam until tender in just minutes.
Get the Recipe: IP Parmesan Asparagus Recipe

Instant Pot Cajun Chicken Rice

Chicken, sausage, and rice in instant pot with wooden spoon.
Instant Pot Cajun Chicken Rice. Photo credit: Call Me PMc.

Instant Pot Cajun Chicken Rice is a delicious one pot Cajun meal that’s ready in 30 minutes.
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Cajun Chicken Rice

Easy Butternut Squash Soup with Homemade Dumplings

Two bowls of butternut squash soup on a wooden table.
Easy Butternut Squash Soup with Homemade Dumplings. Photo credit: Renee Nicole's Kitchen.

Easy Butternut Squash Soup with Homemade Dumplings is a warming and velvety soup that combines the sweetness of butternut squash with fluffy dumplings. It takes just over an hour to make, and the main ingredients include butternut squash and a variety of spices, resulting in a soup that's both comforting and slightly sweet. The homemade dumplings add a satisfying texture to this winter favorite.
Get the Recipe: Easy Butternut Squash Soup with Homemade Dumplings

Irresistibly smooth garlic hummus

Garlic hummus on plate with parsley, zaatar and olive oil.
Irresistibly smooth garlic hummus. Photo credit: At the Immigrant's Table.

Dive into the irresistible creaminess of Smooth Garlic Hummus! This recipe unveils the secret to achieving the ultimate smooth texture and robust flavor using dried chickpeas. With a simple process and quality ingredients, you'll create a hummus that will exceed your expectations.
Get the Recipe: Irresistibly smooth garlic hummus

Ukha Russian Fish Soup

Overhead view of blue bowl of soup.
Ukha Russian Fish Soup. Photo credit: At the Immigrant's Table.

Savor the taste of old-fashioned cooking with Ukha, a Russian Fish Soup. Its hearty broth infused with fish, vegetables, and herbs brings timeless comfort and rustic charm to your table.
Get the Recipe: Ukha Russian Fish Soup

Instant Pot Rice

A measuring cup filled with uncooked brown rice sits on a wooden board in front of an Instant Pot displaying
Instant Pot Rice. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

Did you know that the most electric pressure cookers have a rice setting. This means that your Instant Pot can replace your rice cooker. With that in mind, here's what you need to know about making rice in this countertop appliance.
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Rice

Instant Pot Greek Yogurt

A bowl of yogurt topped with granola, banana slices, and a strawberry on a wooden board with a red cloth.
Instant Pot Greek Yogurt. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

It is amazing what you can make when you learn to use your Instant Pot. This includes this recipe for Greek style yogurt. Once I tried it, it blew me away at how easy it was to make my own yogurt using an electric pressure cooker.
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Greek Yogurt

Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes

A bowl of mashed potatoes topped with two pats of  butter and parsley.
Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes. Photo credit: Baking Beauty.

These creamy and flavorful instant pot mashed potatoes are sure to become your new favorite side dish. They cook up fluffy every time in just 8 minutes!
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes

Instant Pot Beef Stew

Beef stew in a yellow bowl with carrots and green beans.
Instant Pot Beef Stew. Photo credit: Baking Beauty.

This beef stew recipe features tender beef and hearty vegetables in the most flavorful broth! Old fashioned comfort food cooks up quickly making it totally weeknight-friendly.
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Beef Stew

Instant Pot Broccoli Cheddar Soup

Instant Pot Broccoli Cheddar Soup. Photo credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

This Panera Broccoli Cheddar Soup copycat recipe is easy to make in the Instant Pot or other electric pressure cooker. It’s made with simple ingredients and is quick, budget-friendly and delightfully cheesy. Stovetop instructions included.
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Broccoli Cheddar Soup

Spicy Coconut Red Lentil Dal

Spicy Coconut Red Lentil Dal. Photo credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

Cozy up with this quick, easy, & tasty one pot spicy coconut red lentil dahl that is made with red lentils, coconut milk, tomatoes, garlic, onion and the perfect blend of Indian spices. It makes a most delicious gluten-free, vegan dish served alongside some basmati rice or naan bread! You can make this easy dal in the Instant Pot pressure cooker or on the stovetop!
Get the Recipe: Spicy Coconut Red Lentil Dal

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