Description
Discover quick, easy, and delicious Instant Pot pasta recipes perfect for busy weeknights. Learn how to make flavorful, perfectly cooked pasta in minutes with our comprehensive guide and tips.
Ingredients
- Short pasta shapes (penne, rotini, farfalle, elbow macaroni)
- Broth (vegetable, chicken, or beef) or water
- Diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, or tomato paste
- Garlic and onions
- Herbs like basil, oregano, and thyme
- Parmesan, mozzarella, or ricotta cheese
- Ground meat, sausage, chicken, or vegetables (spinach, mushrooms, bell peppers)
Instructions
- Combine pasta, liquid (broth or water), tomatoes, and desired ingredients (except cheese and fresh herbs) in the Instant Pot.
- Ensure pasta is fully submerged in liquid, then stir well to prevent sticking.
- Close the lid, seal the vent, and set the Instant Pot to manual/pressure cook. Cook for half the time recommended on the pasta package, minus one minute.
- Allow a natural pressure release for 5 minutes, then quick release any remaining pressure.
- Stir in cheese, fresh herbs, and any other desired toppings.
Notes
- Use just enough liquid to cover the pasta to avoid soggy results.
- Stir the pasta and ingredients well before cooking to prevent sticking.
- Adjust cooking time based on pasta type; thicker pasta may need slightly longer.
- A natural pressure release helps cook the pasta evenly.
- Stir in cheese and cream-based sauces after pressure release to prevent curdling.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5-10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 350 Kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Instant Pot pasta, pressure cooker pasta, quick pasta recipes, easy pasta meals, one-pot pasta, weeknight dinners