Handle Lunch Like a Pro with These 15 Instant Pot Meals

Lunch can be fun and fast! Check out these 15 Instant Pot recipes that will make you look like a pro in the kitchen, even on busy days!

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 a quick lunch solution for busy weekdays. The Instant Pot cooks these thighs to juicy perfection in under 30 minutes. They’re also perfect for meal prep!
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Instant Pot Shrimp and Grits

A bowl of shrimp and grits, made effortlessly in an Instant Pot, topped with crispy bacon and a sunny-side-up egg, with a fork placed inside. — Instant Pot Shrimp and Grits. Photo Credit: The Crumby Kitchen.

Treat yourself to a taste of the South with this cheesy Shrimp and Grits, an easy brunch recipe cooked in your Instant Pot in about 30 minutes! Salty bacon, spicy sautéed tomatoes, and crispy fried eggs combine with juicy shrimp and creamy grits in this comforting dish.
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Instant Pot Chicken Thighs and Rice

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

Cook tender chicken thighs and fluffy rice at the same time in your Instant Pot. They turn out great every time! Have lunch ready in around 40 minutes with hardly any effort!
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20-Minute Instant Pot Spicy Chicken Ramen

A hand holding a bowl of ramen topped with sliced mushrooms, carrots, soft-boiled eggs, green onions, and cilantro, with a drizzle of sauce and chopsticks on the side. Ingredients surround the bowl in one of these 10 no-fuss bowls. — 20-Minute Instant Pot Spicy Chicken Ramen. Photo Credit: The Crumby Kitchen.

This Instant Pot Spicy Chicken Ramen takes just 20 minutes and is a perfect addition to your weekday lunch menu! Start with a broth that’s as spicy as you want, add quick-cooked chicken, and top with your favorite veggies for a comforting and healthy meal.
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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 incredibly tender and fall off the bone! Full of flavor, they taste like they were made at your favorite BBQ joint! Enjoy the best pork ribs in under an hour using your pressure cooker.
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Instant Pot Carnitas Tacos

Three tacos filled with shredded meat, slices of avocado, radishes, and other vegetables on a wooden board, garnished with lime wedges and served alongside a bowl of corn salsa. — Instant Pot Carnitas Tacos. Photo Credit: The Crumby Kitchen.

Taco Tuesday is even better with quick and easy Instant Pot Carnitas Tacos! Tasty Mexican garlic and citrus-infused pulled pork come together in about an hour to create some of the best tacos you’ll ever taste!
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Instant Pot BBQ Chicken Mac and Cheese

Bowl of pasta with creamy sauce, garnished with chopped green onions and drizzled with a dark sauce. A fork is in the bowl, making it one of the top 10 instant pot recipes for quick and delicious meals. — Instant Pot BBQ Mac and Cheese. Photo credit: The Crumby Kitchen.

Make your next cookout special with BBQ Chicken Mac and Cheese made in your Instant Pot! This one-pot side dish blends creamy, cheesy pasta with leftover grilled chicken in a tasty 30-minute recipe!
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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 packed with beef and plenty of vegetables! It’s the perfect meal for a cozy Sunday lunch at home.
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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.

Instant Pot Chicken and Potatoes are just right for when you want a fast and simple lunch! You’ll love the juicy chicken breasts and soft potatoes. They’re ready in less than 40 minutes, with most of it being hands-off!
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Instant Pot Chicken Mushrooms

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

This tasty Instant Pot Chicken and Mushrooms recipe is ready in just 40 minutes! It’s a healthy low-carb lunch with few ingredients that the whole family will enjoy!
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The Best Instant Pot Rump Roast Recipe

This Instant Pot rump roast recipe is the simplest you’ll ever make! Whether you use an Instant Pot, pressure cooker, or slow cooker, this meal is something the whole family will enjoy!
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Instant Pot Green Chicken Curry (Thai Green Curry Recipe)

The Best Thai Green Curry Recipe is made in the Instant Pot or pressure cooker for a fast and easy meal! This green chicken curry is low in carbs and can also be cooked in a slow cooker!
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Instant Pot Ribs- Fall Off the Bones Beef Ribs (Low Carb, Gluten-Free)

You’re going to love these easy, mouth-watering Instant Pot Ribs! They’re ready in minutes, not hours, using your favorite pressure cooker!
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Instant Pot Honey Garlic Chicken

Tasty chicken thighs cook just right in this Instant Pot Honey Garlic Chicken recipe. In about 30 minutes, you can be enjoying a hot meal in no time!
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Easy Instant Pot Pork and Sauerkraut

A blue ceramic dish filled with a sauerkraut and sausage casserole is shown, featuring chunks of sausage, pieces of meat, and garnishes—an ideal recipe for 10 instant pot dinners. Two bowls of the same dish are in the background. — Instant Pot Pork and Sauerkraut. Photo Credit: The Crumby Kitchen.

This easy and comforting Pork and Sauerkraut recipe may be a German New Year’s tradition, but it’s great for winter meals too! This hearty, low-carb dish is loaded with savory flavors from the kraut-infused pork and kielbasa and can be made easily in the Instant Pot, oven, or slow cooker.
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