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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    19 Game-Changing Pressure Cooker Recipes

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on November 27, 2024, updated November 28, 2024 - Leave a Comment

    Pressure cookers are a fantastic way to whip up delicious meals in no time. With their ability to lock in flavors and tenderize ingredients quickly, they can transform everyday recipes into something special. Here are 19 recipes that showcase the versatility and convenience of pressure cooking, making it easier than ever to enjoy hearty and satisfying dishes.

    Instant Pot Mulled Wine

    Mulled Wine in the Instant Pot
    Photo Credit: The Foreign Fork.

    Mulled Wine is a perfect drink to enjoy during the chilly fall and winter months. With the Instant Pot, you can whip up this warm and flavorful beverage in just three minutes, making it a great choice for cozy evenings with friends.

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    Instant Pot Chili

    A bowl with chili topped with lime and cheese.
    Photo Credit: Fresh off The Grid.

    This Instant Pot Chili is a quick and tasty meal that you can whip up in no time. It's great for busy days or when you want something simple to warm up later.

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    Instant Pot Chocolate Cherry Cheesecake

    CHOCOLATE CHERRY INSTANT POT CHEESECAKE.
    Photo credit: Boulder Locavore.

    A creamy cheesecake can be made easily in the Instant Pot. This cherry chocolate version is rich and delicious.

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    Instant Pot Bolognese

    A bowl of instant pot bolognese served over pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This Instant Pot bolognese is a quick way to enjoy a classic pasta sauce. It combines all the familiar flavors you love, using just a few basic ingredients.

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    Instant Pot Butternut Squash Chili

    Instant Pot Vegan Chili (Butternut Squash and Black Bean Chili)
    Photo Credit: Hey Nutrition Lady.

    This Vegan Chili is easy to whip up in your pressure cooker. It's loaded with butternut squash, quinoa, black beans, and chipotle peppers, making it a healthy and tasty meal.

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    Instant Pot Boiled Eggs

    Halves of boiled egg on a plate.
    Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks.

    Perfectly cooked eggs can simplify your mornings. This method takes the stress out of peeling fresh eggs, making it a lot easier.

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    Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Dip

    The Best Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Dip
    Photo Credit: always use butter.

    This Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Dip is ready in under 40 minutes, with just 10 minutes of hands-on time. It's loaded with hot sauce, sour cream, chicken, and blue cheese, making it a perfect treat for anyone who loves buffalo flavor.

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    Instant Pot Lazy Lasagna

    Instant Pot Lazy Lasagna with wooden spoon.
    Photo Credit: The Recipe Well.

    Lasagna can be prepared in no time with layers of meat, noodles, sauce, and two types of cheese all cooked in one pot. This is a great dish for busy nights when you want something hearty without a lot of work.

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    Instant Pot Tuna Casserole

    Instant Pot Tuna Casserole
    Photo Credit: Mae's Menu.

    This Instant Pot Tuna Casserole is creamy and savory, perfect for a satisfying meal. It's a quick family dinner that you can have on the table in under 30 minutes with very little work.

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    Instant Pot Chicken Soup

    A bowl of chicken soup.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This Instant Pot Chicken Soup is a comforting meal that you can have ready in just over an hour. It's creamy with a touch of spice, making it a great choice for a cozy dinner.

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    Instant Pot Spaghetti and Sausage

    Instant Pot Spaghetti and Sausage on a bowl.
    Photo Credit: Copy Kat Recipes.

    This Instant Pot Spaghetti and Sausage is a quick and tasty Italian meal that you can whip up in no time. It's a simple one-pot dish that's great for busy days.

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    Instant Pot Chicken Tacos

    Instant Pot Chicken Tacos.
    Photo Credit: Binky's Culinary Carnival.

    These chicken tacos are quick and tasty, perfect for a family meal after a long day. You can use either fresh or frozen chicken, making this a great choice when you need something easy and fast.

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    Instant Pot Chicken Stew

    Chicken stew.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This chicken stew is super easy to make in the Instant Pot. You can get everything ready in just 10 minutes and enjoy a hearty meal packed with veggies in under 45 minutes.

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    Instant Pot Beef and Shells

    Instant Pot Beef and Shells
    Photo Credit: Earing In An Instant.

    Transform ground beef and pasta into a creamy, cheesy dish that’s quick and easy to prepare. This is a great meal for busy nights when you want something satisfying without a lot of work.

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    Instant Pot Aloo Matar

    Instant Pot Aloo Matar Recipe without Onion-Garlic on a black bowl.
    Photo Credit: J Cooking Odyssey.

    This Instant Pot Aloo Matar is a quick and tasty Indian curry that cooks in just one minute. With potatoes, green peas, and classic Indian spices, this dish is perfect for a simple meal.

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    Instant Pot Turkey Soup

    A bowl of Instant Pot Turkey Soup.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This turkey soup is comforting and has a refreshing lemon flavor that really stands out. It's a simple dish with a unique flavor twist.

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    Instant Pot Chicken & Potatoes

    Chicken and tomatoes.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This Instant Pot Chicken and Potatoes recipe is a quick and delicious meal that you can whip up in under 45 minutes. With fresh tomatoes, tomato paste, and oregano, it’s a simple choice for busy evenings.

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    Creamy Vegan Wild Rice Soup

    Creamy Vegan Wild Rice Soup
    Photo Credit: My Quiet Kitchen.

    This wild rice soup is filled with kale and butternut squash, and it cooks up quickly in the Instant Pot or on the stovetop. It's creamy and light, making it a satisfying dairy-free meal.

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    Instant Pot Chickpea Coconut Curry

    A bowl of Instant Pot Chickpea Coconut Curry.
    Photo Credit: J Cooking Odyssey.

    This Chickpea Coconut Curry is a flavorful dish that combines dried chickpeas with a rich coconut sauce, similar to tikka masala. It's perfect for quick and easy dinners during the week.

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    About Emmeline Kemperyd

    Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of alwaysusebutter.com. She has more than 20 years of experience creating and simplifying recipes so they taste good, and are quick, easy, and approachable. She is a regular contributor to MSN  and her work has been featured by The Guardian, Well+Good, Vulture, SheKnows, Good Men Project, Daily Kos, The Grio, The Asian Parent, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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