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19 Instant Pot Recipes That Make Everyday Cooking a Breeze

Published: Nov 30, 2025 by Janelle This post may contain affiliate links - read my disclaimer for full details... Leave a Comment

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Cooking does not have to be complicated, and these 19 Instant Pot recipes prove it. Each dish is packed with rich flavors, satisfying textures, and wholesome ingredients that come together in record time. From hearty family dinners and creamy comfort foods to light, fresh meals, the Instant Pot makes every recipe faster and easier without sacrificing taste. These meals are perfect for weeknights, busy schedules, or anytime you want something delicious without the hassle.

Easy Instant Pot Shredded Chicken Thighs

Shredded Chicken Thighs in Instant Pot with thyme.
Easy Instant Pot Shredded Chicken Thighs. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Instant Pot Shredded Chicken Thighs are the go-to for a simple, delicious dinner that’s ready in a flash. These thighs turn out juicy and tender in just 30 minutes—perfect for a busy weeknight or prepping ahead for the week.
Get the Recipe: Easy Instant Pot Shredded Chicken Thighs

Instant Pot Chicken Thighs and Rice

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

Who doesn’t love a one-pot meal? With your Instant Pot, you can make tender chicken thighs and fluffy rice at the same time—perfectly cooked every time. Dinner’s ready in about 40 minutes, and there’s barely any hands-on work involved!
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.

Instant Pot Baby Back Ribs are the ultimate comfort food—tender, juicy, and packed with flavor. Made in less than an hour, these ribs will remind you of the best BBQ joints, all thanks to your pressure cooker magic!
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Baby Back Ribs

Low Carb Instant Pot Pot Roast- Pressure Cooker Pot Roast

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.

This Low Carb Instant Pot Pot Roast is everything you need for a lazy Sunday dinner. Beefy, flavorful, and packed with veggies, it’s the perfect meal with minimal effort—just let the Instant Pot do the work!
Get the Recipe: Low Carb Instant Pot Pot Roast- Pressure Cooker Pot Roast

Instant Pot and Chicken and Potatoes

Instant Pot Chicken and potatoes with parsley on a white plate.
Instant Pot and Chicken and Potatoes. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Looking for an easy dinner? These Instant Pot Chicken and Potatoes are a winner! In under 40 minutes, you’ll have juicy chicken breasts and tender potatoes with minimal effort. Perfect for a quick, satisfying meal!
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot and Chicken and Potatoes

Instant Pot Chicken Mushrooms

Instant Pot Chicken and Mushroom in an Instant Pot.
Instant Pot Chicken Mushrooms. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

This Instant Pot Chicken and Mushrooms dish is the perfect family-friendly meal! In just 40 minutes, you’ll have a healthy, low-carb dinner with minimal ingredients that everyone will enjoy. It’s a win all around!
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Chicken Mushrooms

The Best Instant Pot Rump Roast Recipe

The Best Instant Pot Rump Roast Recipe on a white plate with potatoes, carrots and parsley.
The Best Instant Pot Rump Roast Recipe. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Here’s the easiest Instant Pot rump roast recipe you’ll find! Perfect for the Instant Pot, pressure cooker, or slow cooker, this dish is simple to make and sure to please everyone at the table.
Get the Recipe: The Best Instant Pot Rump Roast Recipe

Instant Pot Green Chicken Curry (Thai Green Curry Recipe)

Instant Pot Green Chicken Curry (Thai Green Curry Recipe) in a black bowl with bell peppers, basil, and limes.
Instant Pot Green Chicken Curry (Thai Green Curry Recipe). Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

The Best Thai Green Curry Recipe is just what you need for a fast and flavorful meal! Made in the Instant Pot or Pressure Cooker, this low-carb chicken curry is perfect for busy nights—and you can even make it in the slow cooker!
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Green Chicken Curry (Thai Green Curry Recipe)

Instant Pot Ribs- Fall Off the Bones Beef Ribs (Low Carb, Gluten-Free)

Instant Pot Ribs- Fall Off the Bones Beef Ribs Low Carb, Gluten-Free on foil with a basting brush and bbq sauce.
Instant Pot Ribs- Fall Off the Bones Beef Ribs (Low Carb, Gluten-Free). Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

You’re going to love these easy, mouth-watering Instant Pot Ribs! Made in minutes, not hours, with your trusty pressure cooker—get ready for fall-off-the-bone goodness in no time!
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Ribs- Fall Off the Bones Beef Ribs (Low Carb, Gluten-Free)

Instant Pot Chicken Adobo

Overhead shot of a plate of chicken adobo with rice and scallions on the side.
Instant Pot Chicken Adobo. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Instant Pot Chicken Adobo brings the flavors of Filipino comfort food to your table in no time. Tender chicken in a deliciously sweet and savory glaze—what’s not to love about this quick, flavorful dish?
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Chicken Adobo

Instant Pot Shrimp Biryani

Overhead shot of a platter of shrimp biryani.
Instant Pot Shrimp Biryani. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Instant Pot Shrimp Biryani brings the rich, aromatic flavors of Indian cuisine to your table with ease. Fragrant rice, succulent shrimp, and spices meld together to create a deliciously satisfying dish—all made quickly in your Instant Pot.
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Shrimp Biryani

Instant Pot Spare Ribs

Low angle, closeup shot of spare ribs with hoisin glaze.
Instant Pot Spare Ribs. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Instant Pot spare ribs just got even better! Pressure cooking makes them super tender, while a delicious hoisin glaze adds the perfect sweet-savory touch. Finish them under high heat—broiler, air fryer, or grill—and you’ve got melt-in-your-mouth perfection.
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Spare Ribs

Instant Pot Honey Garlic Chicken

Instant Pot Honey Garlic Chicken on wooden cutting board.
Instant Pot Honey Garlic Chicken. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

This Instant Pot Honey Garlic Chicken is a game-changer for busy nights! Juicy chicken thighs soak up a sweet and savory glaze, cooking to perfection in just 30 minutes. A flavorful, hassle-free meal that’s ready before you know it!
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Honey Garlic Chicken

Instant Pot Spaghetti and Meatballs

Plate of spaghetti and meatballs made in an Instant Pot.
Instant Pot Spaghetti and Meatballs. Photo credit: Food Plus Words.

Instant Pot Spaghetti and Meatballs brings classic comfort to your table in record time! With tender meatballs and pasta, this dish is a breeze to make—and totally satisfying. Perfect for a quick, hearty meal!
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Spaghetti and Meatballs

Instant Pot Pork Roast

Shredded pork roast on a plate next to mashed sweet potatoes and a green salad.
Instant Pot Pork Roast. Photo credit: fANNEtastic food.

Yep, you can make perfectly tender roast (and gravy) in your Instant Pot—quickly! It’s the ideal dish for dinner parties or holiday meals, without the long cooking times. You’ll be amazed at how easy it is!
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Pork Roast

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, and tasty one-pot spicy coconut red lentil dal recipe made with simple ingredients along with the perfect blend of Indian spices. It makes a most delicious gluten-free, vegan dish best served alongside some basmati rice or naan bread. What’s more, you can make this easy dal on the stovetop or in the Instant Pot pressure cooker!
Get the Recipe: Spicy Coconut Red Lentil Dal

Vegan Cashew Carrot Ginger Soup

Vegan Cashew Carrot Ginger Soup. Photo credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

A deliciously creamy Vegan Carrot Cashew Ginger Soup quickly and easily made as a dump and start recipe for the Instant Pot or on the stovetop. Vegan, dairy-free, gluten-free, soy-free and refined sugar-free.
Get the Recipe: Vegan Cashew Carrot Ginger Soup

The Best Instant Pot Pumpkin Risotto Recipe

The Best Instant Pot Pumpkin Risotto Recipe. Photo credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

Instant pot pumpkin risotto is super quick and simple, perfect for those days when time gets away from you! This satisfying combination of pumpkin puree, arborio rice, sage and walnuts is ready in twenty minutes, and it’s vegan, too.
Get the Recipe: The Best Instant Pot Pumpkin Risotto Recipe

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