My Go-To Instant Pot Recipes

I’ll be honest, my instant pot has saved dinner at my house more times than I can count. From cozy stews to beef sandwiches, mac and cheese, and a solid pot of chili, it’s the one appliance I actually trust to pull its weight. If you’re tired of staring at raw meat at 4:30 wondering how it’s going to become dinner, this roundup is for you. Let’s make life easier.

1. Instant Pot Chili

Fast Track to Chili

This Instant Pot Chili recipe is full of meaty goodness in this easy to make recipe that utilizes the hottest kitchen appliance trend: the electric pressure cooker.

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2. Instant Pot Beef Stew

Hearty, Hot, Handled

Instant Pot Beef Stew is filled with delicious beef and tender veggies. It is hearty, filling, and a family favorite dinner that requires minimal hands-on effort!

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A small bowl filled with instant pot beef stew.

3. Instant Pot Mac and Cheese

The Easiest Pot of Comfort

This Instant Pot Mac and Cheese is easy to throw together and cooks in a snap! Try one of 3 flavor variations for a tasty twist on a classic!

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Close up view of instant pot Mac and cheese.

4. Mississippi Pot Roast

Fork-Tender and Full of Flavor

Mississippi Pot Roast is moist, flavorful, and requires just a handful of simple ingredients. I’ve included instructions for the oven, slow cooker, and instant pot to make this as quick and easy as possible!

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A pot roast topped with pepperoncinis in a dutch oven.

5. Italian Beef Sandwiches

Pile It High

Italian Beef can be cooked in a slow cooker, instant pot, or seared on your stovetop and cooked in the oven. There is minimal prep time before it cooks low and slow with your favorite Italian spices for tender, juicy beef your entire family will love.

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Italian Beef on a hoagie roll with peppers and onions.

6. Classic Bolognese Sauce

The Pasta Sauce That Means Business

Learn three ways to make Classic Bolognese Sauce with instructions for the stovetop, Instant Pot, and slow cooker. This traditional Italian red sauce is savory, rich, and full of flavor.

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