17 Instant Pot Recipes Worth Repeating All Month

17 recipes in this roundup

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   1.Lemony Chicken Noodle Soup

   Chicken thighs, carrots, celery, and broth make a flexible cold-weather bowl. Add noodles after pressure releases, so they stay distinct instead of turning soft. Finish with lemon and parsley for brightness without another sauce. Use wide egg noodles or short pasta, and stir them in with residual heat. Frozen peas fit easily at end. Pan position: no pan; use the inner pot. Spacing: none; keep ingredients below the maximum fill line.

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   2.Beef and Mushroom Stroganoff

   Brown ground beef using sauté mode, then scrape up the browned bits. Mushrooms, onion, broth, and egg noodles cook together under pressure. Stir in sour cream after release for a creamy finish that stays smooth. Use regular egg noodles, not extra-wide ones, for more even tenderness and easier portioning at the table tonight. Pan position: no pan; use the inner pot. Spacing: none; keep ingredients below the maximum fill line.

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   3.Tomato Lentil Soup

   Brown lentils, canned tomatoes, onion, carrots, and broth build a sturdy pantry dinner. A little smoked paprika gives the broth depth without a long ingredient list. Blend a few ladles, or leave everything chunky for simpler cleanup. Serve with crusty bread, or spoon it over rice for a fuller bowl on a cold evening. Pan position: no pan; use the inner pot. Spacing: none; keep ingredients below the maximum fill line.

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   4.Salsa Verde Chicken Bowls

   Chicken breasts, jarred salsa verde, beans, and corn need almost no chopping. Shred the chicken after pressure releases, then fold it back through juices. Spoon the mixture over rice with avocado, lime, and shredded cabbage. Use frozen corn straight from the bag, and keep toppings cold until dinner is ready to serve at home. Pan position: no pan; use the inner pot. Spacing: none; keep ingredients below the maximum fill line.

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   5.Creamy Tuscan White Beans

   White beans, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and broth create a meatless dinner with structure. Use canned beans for speed, adding spinach only after pressure releases. Parmesan and cream go in last, keeping the broth rich rather than heavy. Serve with toasted bread, or stir in small pasta after cooking for a heartier pot tonight instead. Pan position: no pan; use the inner pot. Spacing: none; keep ingredients below the maximum fill line.

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   6.Pork Carnitas Tacos

   Pork shoulder, orange juice, lime, onion, and spices pressure cook until pull-apart tender. Shred it, then spread portions on a lined tray for crisp edges. Broil on the center rack, leaving space between piles for browning. Warm tortillas while the tray cooks, then add onion, cilantro, and a sharp squeeze of lime at dinner. Pan position: center rack for broiling on a lined sheet pan. Spacing: leave gaps between pork piles.

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   7.Coconut Chickpea Curry

   Chickpeas, coconut milk, tomatoes, and curry paste create a pantry-friendly supper. Add sturdy vegetables, such as cauliflower or sweet potato, before sealing the lid. Stir spinach through after release, then serve over rice with lime wedges. Choose full-fat coconut milk for a silkier sauce, and loosen it with broth if needed at the end. Pan position: no pan; use the inner pot. Spacing: none; keep ingredients below the maximum fill line.

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   8.Garlic Herb Chicken and Rice

   Chicken thighs, rice, broth, garlic, and dried herbs make a complete pot. Rinse the rice first, then keep the liquid ratio steady. Fluff gently after release and add peas or chopped spinach for color. Use long-grain rice here; short-grain varieties can turn softer under pressure than this straightforward dinner needs on busy nights. Pan position: no pan; use the inner pot. Spacing: none; keep ingredients below the maximum fill line.

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   9.Black Bean Taco Soup

   Black beans, canned tomatoes, corn, broth, and taco seasoning make dinner inexpensive. Add ground beef after browning, or skip it for a vegetarian pot. Crush tortilla chips over each bowl, then add cheese and chopped scallions. A spoonful of salsa adds heat, while plain yogurt cools the finished bowl without another pot or pan. Pan position: no pan; use the inner pot. Spacing: none; keep ingredients below the maximum fill line.

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    10.French Onion Beef Stew

    Beef stew meat, onions, broth, and thyme create a dark, savory bowl. Sauté the onions briefly first if you want deeper color. Potatoes and carrots go in before pressure cooking, so dinner arrives complete. Finish with a splash of vinegar, then ladle it over toast or mashed potatoes for an easier winter meal. Pan position: no pan; use the inner pot. Spacing: none; keep ingredients below the maximum fill line.

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    11.Sweet Potato Turkey Chili

    Ground turkey, sweet potatoes, beans, tomatoes, and chili powder make a filling pot. Use sauté mode to break up the turkey before adding remaining ingredients. A short natural release helps the sweet potatoes hold their shape. Top bowls with cilantro, cheese, or crushed chips, depending on what needs using from the fridge tonight. Pan position: no pan; use the inner pot. Spacing: none; keep ingredients below the maximum fill line.

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    12.Lemon Parmesan Risotto

    Arborio rice, broth, lemon, and Parmesan turn into a low-stir dinner. Sauté shallot and garlic first, then add rice and liquid. Stir well after release, adding extra broth until the texture looks loose and creamy. Serve beside roasted vegetables or chicken, with black pepper and more lemon at the table for brightness and balance. Pan position: no pan; use the inner pot. Spacing: none; keep ingredients below the maximum fill line.

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    13.Sausage and Pepper Pasta

    Italian sausage, peppers, onions, pasta, and marinara make a direct weeknight dinner. Brown the sausage first, then add pasta with enough sauce and water. Stir after release, adding mozzarella or Parmesan when you want a richer finish. Choose short pasta shapes, which scoop easily and hold onto the sauce better in each quick bowl. Pan position: no pan; use the inner pot. Spacing: none; keep ingredients below the maximum fill line.

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    14.Chicken Enchilada Quinoa

    Chicken breasts, quinoa, enchilada sauce, beans, and corn build a sturdy casserole-style bowl. Shred the chicken after cooking, then stir it through the quinoa. Add cheese after release and cover briefly, letting residual heat melt it. Spoon in plain yogurt, avocado, or pickled jalapeños for a sharper final bowl with very little extra work. Pan position: no pan; use the inner pot. Spacing: none; keep ingredients below the maximum fill line.

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    15.Split Pea Ham Soup

    Split peas, diced ham, carrots, celery, and broth cook into a thick soup. No soaking is needed, which keeps the prep list pleasantly short. Stir after release, then thin with extra broth if the pot looks too dense. A little cider vinegar at the end keeps the savory flavors from tasting flat at all. Pan position: no pan; use the inner pot. Spacing: none; keep ingredients below the maximum fill line.

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    16.Butter Chicken with Rice

    Chicken thighs, tomato sauce, butter, cream, and warm spices make a forgiving dinner. Sauté onion and spices first, then pressure cook everything with the chicken. Stir in cream after release, and serve with rice or warmed flatbread. Use garam masala near the end, so its aroma stays clear and noticeable in every serving bowl. Pan position: no pan; use the inner pot. Spacing: none; keep ingredients below the maximum fill line.

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    17.Peachy Pork Tenderloin

    Pork tenderloin, peach preserves, mustard, and cider make a bright sweet-savory sauce. Cut the pork into thick pieces, helping it cook quickly and evenly. Serve slices with mashed potatoes, rice, or buttered green beans after pressure releases. Whisk the sauce before serving, then add black pepper for a less sweet finish at the table tonight. Pan position: no pan; use the inner pot. Spacing: none; keep ingredients below the maximum fill line.