Do you see that humble looking Instant Pot? You’re looking at your ticket to the easy dinner gravy train! This list is filled with loads and loads of mouthwatering Easy Instant Pot Recipes that will make dinners a breeze this week!
You’ve just hit the jackpot for creating some delicious culinary chaos, Instant Pot dump and go style!
Rebecca writes: "These dinner ideas make planning dinner a breeze. They are the best because they’re so easy and always so delicious. Totally makes dinner planning so easy!"
Believe me, achieving kitchen superstardom has never been easier.
Just feast on a few of these irresistible recipes and you’ll know what I mean.
Seriously, these easy instant pot recipes are your cheat sheet for effortlessly pressure cooking an outrageous array of recipes!
This list is loaded with mouthwatering appetizers, flavor-packed high protein instant pot recipes, savory soups, and healthy snacks. From vegetarian to keto, and comfort-food to family favorites… there’s something for everyone!
The tasty satisfaction starts when you place the lid on top and lock it in place!
And you know those complicated recipes that take all day? That’s a lot of hooey, and you know it!
All you need are a few of these dump and go Instant Pot recipes and your set. So many require just 5 ingredients or less!
See? I told you they were going to be easy!
So skip all the fuss and start creating some magic in the kitchen… one easy healthy Instant Pot recipe at a time. Just like you’ll do with my family pleasing Crockpot Dinner Recipes!
Now let’s add some tasty new Instant Pot recipes to your menu this week!
Trust me, scrolling is about to become deliciously exhilarating…
Related: 500+ Irresistible Frugal Girls Recipes!
What Cooks Well In An Instant Pot?
So are you wondering what should I make in my Instant Pot?
I’ve found that my Instant Pot is fabulous for preparing the following dinner and side dish recipes:
- Chicken
- Ground Beef
- Pork
- Soups
- Vegetables
- Homemade Baby Food
- Pasta Dishes
- Hard Boiled Eggs
Can You Put Raw Chicken In Instant Pot?
Yes you can.
In fact, I use raw chicken in all of my asian instant pot recipes and high protein Instant Pot recipes for chicken and beef.
The trick is to use the Meat/Stew setting on your Instant Pot. Then to also use plenty of liquid any time you are preparing chicken in the Instant Pot.
How Much Liquid Do I Put In My Pressure Cooker?
Your Instant Pot pressure cooker requires liquid, so that it can create the required pressure to function properly.
At a minimum, you should use at least 1 cup of liquid.
However, this can vary depending on the recipe you are preparing.
To help make your life easier, I’ve created my easy instant pot recipes using the correct amount of liquid for your Instant Pot to work correctly.
What Is The Difference Between Instant Pot and Crock Pot?
A Crock Pot uses low heat to slowly heat your food.
For instance, most of my Fall Crockpot Meals require between 3 – 6+ hours.
Your Instant Pot is an electric pressure cooker that uses controlled pressure to heat your food very rapidly. You’ll find that most of my easy Instant Pot recipes below require just 30 minutes or less to prepare.
That makes your Instant Pot an ideal choice for preparing dinners on busy weeknights.
Especially when you don’t have time to plan ahead!
What Instant Pot Should I Buy?
Have you purchased an Instant Pot yet?
Talk about a simple way to make life easier! They’re the guarantee of a good meal on those busy nights where you need to get dinner on the table fast! If you don’t have one yet, you NEED one!
I recommend the 6 quart Instant Pot Duo… this is the model I have and love.
6 quart Instant Pot Pros:
- Perfect size for a family of 4+
- Stainless Steel Insert
- 14 Smart Program Settings
- Will completely revolutionize the way you cook. Seriously… you won’t believe how FAST you’ll have dinner done!
Instant Pot Dump Recipes Reviews
Here’s what your frugal friends are saying about these easy instant pot dump recipes…
Kim writes: “Love this for busy nights!!”
Rebecca writes: “These dinner ideas make planning dinner a breeze. They are the best because they’re so easy and always so delicious. Totally makes dinner planning so easy!”
Emily writes: “One dinner for every night of the month” 🙂
Lisa writes: “Perfect easy recipes – I like them all. So many great ideas to choose from!”
So are you ready for the easy recipes?
Let’s get started!
Instant Pot Soup Recipes
Instant Pot Taco Soup
Ashley writes: “We have made this a million times and my kids still get excited when I say I’m making this for dinner.”
Best Instant Pot Chili
Riley writes: “Easy, fast and really good. Second time we made this and it turned out great both times.”
Instant Pot Chicken Tortilla Soup
One reader writes: “So hearty and easy”
Instant Pot Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe
Meg writes: “This soup is excellent! I’ve made it twice this week- once for my family and once for a friend who is sick. I think it’s the best chicken soup I ever made, and so easy!”
Instant Pot Meal Prep
Instant Pot Boiled Eggs
Vickie writes: “I do this often! Only time in my life my eggs were perfect!!”
Ground Beef Instant Pot Recipes
Instant Pot Goulash
Laine writes: “Yummo! Kids loved this! Will definitely make again!”
Instant Pot Sloppy Joes
(5 Ingredients)
Lisa writes: “This is the perfect weeknight dinner! I love that you only need 5 ingredients!”
Pressure Cooker Meatballs
(3 Ingredients)
Jamie writes: “Yummy! Easy and delish… would be good over rice as a main dish”
Instant Pot Italian Meatballs
Kimberly writes: “Made these and put on hoagie rolls with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top. Whole family, including picky kids, loved it!”
Chicken Instant Pot Recipes
Instant Pot Italian Chicken Thighs
(2 Ingredients)
Kimberly writes: “Italian chicken never tasted so good!”
Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken
(3 Ingredients)
Lisa writes: “I love how easy this is! Such a great weeknight dinner!”
Instant Pot Barbecue Chicken
Chelsea writes: “It’s as delicious and as easy as she says! A hit and new favorite! 💥”
Instant Pot Wings
Making your wings in the Instant Pot is the ultimate cooking shortcut. These wings take less time to make than takeout and are way easier on your budget!
Instant Pot Orange Chicken Recipe
(3 Ingredients)
Heather writes: “SO simple and SO delicious!!”
Instant Pot Honey Sesame Chicken
Easy to make and packed with flavor, this easy Instant Pot Honey Sesame Chicken is the perfect dinner for any occasion.
Instant Pot Salsa Chicken Recipe
(5 Ingredients)
Christie writes: “I love how easy this recipe is! Especially when a lot of us don’t feel like turning on the hot stove during this weather!”
Instant Pot Dr Pepper Chicken Recipe
(3 Ingredients)
Nicky writes: “My family loved it said it was the best bbq chicken I’ve made.”
Instant Pot Potatoes
Baked Potatoes in Pressure Cooker
Elizabeth writes: “Seriously took minutes to make the potatoes for my soup. So easy!”
Sweet Potatoes in Instant Pot
Jenna writes: “Yum!! So easy too!”
Instant Pot Baby Food Recipes
Green Bean Baby Food
You won’t believe how much money you’ll save when you make this easy baby food recipe in your instant pot!
Peas Baby Food Recipe
You can actually make a whopping 16 servings of this pea puree baby recipe using just one large bag of frozen peas.
More Easy Prep Dinners
Now that you’ve loaded up on all of my easy instant pot recipes, grab yourself even more wildly delicious dinner inspiration with these easy prep dinners below…
10 One Pot Meals
These One Pot Meals for the week are fast and easy to make, and are loaded with flavor. Just because something tastes amazing doesn’t mean it has to be hard to make!
25 Simple Casserole Recipes
Talk about making dinner super easy! These easy dinner casserole recipes, and easy casseroles you can make for breakfast or brunch, make big family meals so easy!
20 Best Soup Recipes
These easy soup recipes are great for Fall, Winter, Spring or Summer! There is no seasonal limitation to enjoying this much flavor!
21 Meatless Meals
These tempting meatless meals will serve up all the flavor you’re craving and are easy on your wallet too.
101 Easy Meal Prep Foods
Mealtime is about to get ridiculously simple with this HUGE list of Easy Meal Prep Ideas! You won’t believe how much time and money you’ll save each week!
Recipes To Feed a Crowd
Whether you’re in need of some cheap ways to feed a party, easy potluck recipes, or cheap family meals for those out of town guests, these easy recipes to feed a crowd will save the day!
So have YOU tried any of these Easy Instant Pot Recipes yet?
What are YOUR favorite things to cook up in your Instant Pot so far?
Share with us in the comments below!
Thank you for these recipes, they look appetizing.
Have a lovely evening.
You are so welcome Delphine, I hope you have a beautiful week!!
So many great ideas to share especially when time is of the essence! They all sound so good and easy for sure!
Thanks so much, Christie! And I agree… these really are perfect for those busy weeknights! 🙂
I love this collection of recipes! Thanks!
Thanks so much, Rebecca!
Thanks to some awesome Black Friday deals, my husband just got me my very own Instant Pot last night! And this is the very first Instant Pot post I’m pinning! Thanks so much for the great recipes, I can’t wait to scour your site for more ideas. Happy holidays!!
That’s so exciting, Amy! I hope you have fun with your new Instant Pot… and enjoy these recipes! 🙂
What a great round up Heidi! These would certainly save the day (or at least dinner!) for busy weeknights this fall!
Aww… thanks so much, Leanne! I love how you can always fall back on a tasty Instant Pot dinner for those busy nights! 🙂
Thanks for all the recipes. I’d love to know what you serve with the main dish. I assume for the garlic chicken recipe it’s some kind of pasta?
Hi Ashley ~ pasta, potatoes, rice, veggies, and fresh salads all make delicious sides with the chicken. Hope that helps!
Most recently I’ve been doing a lot of soups. Yesterday I made chicken veggie soup. Last week w had beef barley. I’ve also done chicken risotto and oatmeal. All fav w the kids.
Those all sound delicious, Tina!
Great recipes! I’m going to try that Olive Garden chicken recipe. Thanks
Thanks, Cathy! Easy Instant Pot recipes sure are such a lifesaver for busy weeknights! 🙂