Simple Pressure Cooker Meals

Homemade meals cooked at home with an Instant Pot.

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Keto Friendly Thai Chicken Zoodle Soup

 

So my favorite soup for the winter is hot but also clears my nose.  So when I worked on this recipe I was suffering from my monthly allergy attack.  This opened my sinuses and I felt better the next day for sure.  Also, to make healthier I used zoodles.  I hope you try and let me know what you think.  Please note  most of the carbs come from the  coconut milk so check what you can have before you eat.

 

 

What you need

  • 1 tablespoon of coconut oil
  • 3 tablespoon of red curry paste
  • 1 teaspoon of cumin
  • 1 teaspoon of coriander
  • 1 teaspoon of  turmeric
  • 1.5lbs of roasted chicken (I deboned then made broth from this recipe)
  • 2 cups of chicken broth from above
  • 1 can of coconut milk (normally 15oz)
  • 1/2 cup of onion
  • 3 cups of zoodles 
  • 1-2 squeeze of lime juice

 

 

 

How to make this recipe

  • First turn your pressure cooker onto saute mode. 
  • Place the coconut oil with the red Thai curry paste onto the bottom of your pressure cooker.
  • Cook for 2 minutes and then add in your cumin, coriander, and turmeric and mix up well for one minute.  
  • Now add in your onion, broth and chicken, zoodles and coconut milk.
  • Turn off the saute mode, close your lid and put on manual/pressure cook for 4 minutes.
  • Once the timer goes off, turn off your pressure cooker and let the pressure naturally release for 10 minutes.  Once the 10 minutes is up open the valve and let out any remaining pressure.
 
 

 

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Creamed Spinach in Pressure Cooker

 

 

 

Who doesn’t love a fresh recipe for spinach?  I know  I do but since it is a holiday and I have saved frozen spinach I used my frozen.  It still comes out amazing and fresh tasting.  Plus this recipe is about 4 carbs per serving.  This recipe will serve 5 people.  Oh and this can also be used over a nice chicken breast.  If you have leftovers and want a use for the Creamed Spinach in Instant Pot.

 

What you need

16 oz of frozen baby spinach leaves, washed and dried
1/3 cup of butter, diced up
1/2 cup of fresh onion, diced
2 tsp of garlic, minced 
4 tablespoons of all-purpose flour
3/4 cup of half and half
1 cup of water
t teaspoon of nutmeg
4 tsp of  grated parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper, to taste
If you have Shallot Pepper Seasoning
made by Penzeys use.
a squeeze of lemon juice

 

 

How to make

So for the first few steps, I recommend that you use on your stove so you don’t get the burn notice
on your pressure cooker. 
In a small fry pan, you will turn your pan on medium
Place your butter in it and let it melt.
Once melted add in your flour and stir till a light golden brown color.

Then add your onion, garlic and cook for 2-4 minutes, you will notice the onions will become transparent.
Next, add in your half & half, whisk around for 5 minutes. 
Then place in the pot your nutmeg, salt, and pepper or  Shallot Pepper Seasoning (if you have)
Once that is done you will add you will add your water to the pressure cooker.
Now add your spinach, and then the mixture from the frying pan.
Stir up very well, once mixed well you will close the
lid to your Instant Pot and cook for 3 minutes.   

 

Once the timer goes off turn off
your pressure cooker and open the valve. 
Once all pressure is gone open the lid
and turn your mixture up and enjoy this amazing dish add fresh lemon juice.  
Next serve and enjoy this amazing dish.

 

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Breakfast Meal Prep using a Pressure Cooker

 

Meal prepping is a big key for my diet so far on Keto.  So when my husband asked me to meal prep him something to eat for breakfast I didn’t mind.  So after checking out what we could have, I figured out we should do egg bites.  So I used the silicone egg mold and made 14 egg bites and it will last us for 5 days.  

What you need

14 eggs
1/2 cup of cheese
1/3 cup of bacon bits
(I buy a bag from Sam’s Club) 
salt and pepper

 

 

How to make

First, get a bowl or mason jar and put your eggs in.
Then your cheese, bacon, salt, and pepper.  
Then mix it up till it you are happy with the way the mixture looks.  
Normally it takes me about 3 minutes of shaking.

 

Now get your trivet out that came with your Instant Pot.
  I fill out about 3/4 of the way.
Then add in in 1-1 1/2 cups of water in the bottom of your trivet.
Place your eggs in the silicone egg mold while in the pressure cooker.
Close your lid and turn to pressure cooker mode and cook for
4 minutes. Once the timer goes off you will open the valve and let
out the pressure quickly.  Once the pressure is released open the lid
and remove the eggs from the mold and start your second batch.

 

 

With my diet, I can have 2 per day and it is 1 carb per egg bite but I go on the
high end and count them as 2 carbs for each.  Mine is lower
than most recipes because I don’t add any extra filler like milk,
heavy cream or anything else.  I just want simple and easy so I don’t have
figure out too many points.

 

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Pressure Cooker Carne Adovada

 

 

 Carne Adovada is one of my favorite dishes to make.  It has amazing flavor plus it reminds me of my vacation to New Mexico.  The recipe is easy and you can get a jar of easier for you to make or if you want you can follow this recipe that my friend wrote up if you want homemade.   I use the pre-made since I have no time when I make dinner and use my Instant Pot most times.  

 

What you need

3 lbs of pork butt 
cut off the bone into 1-2 inch pieces
1 tsp of minced garlic

1/2 cup of diced onion
14 oz of Bueno Red Chile (like in the picture)
3oz of chicken broth 

 

How to make

First I cut my meat up into small pieces.
Then I poured the chicken broth and red chile sauce.
Next add your pork, garlic, and onion.
Use a spoon to mix it up well, make sure all your pork is mostly covered.

After that, you will close your lid turn into manual/pressure cook mode and cook for 45 minutes on high.
Once the timer goes off turn off your Instant Pot and let it naturally release for at least 10 minutes. 
Once the 10 minutes is up you can open the valve and let out any remaining pressure.
Next, you will open and see the pork looking just like mine.
I made mine into a burrito, I used the juice for the top of the burrito and the pork inside of it.

 

 

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Sides you make in a Pressure Cooker that go Great with Grilling

 

 

Summer is coming fast and cooking outside more often is too. In my house my husband minds the grill while I cook a side or two inside.  So I thought since most times  I use my Instant Pot I would share with you some Instant Pot Sides that go Great with Grilling.  This list is perfect for having amazing side dishes cooking while you tend the grill.  Plus, these are all going to be family-friendly! 

Instant Pot Sides that go Great with Grilling

 

Gourmet Mac & Cheese in Instant Pot
Here is the recipe 

Sweet Corn on the Cob
Here is the recipe

Buttery Mashed Potatoes
Here is the recipe

 

Instant Pot Beanie Weenies
Here is the recipe

Instant Pot Scalloped Potatoes
Here is the recipe

Instant Pot Potato Salad
Here is the recipe

Instant Pot Spinach Dip
Here is the recipe

Instant Pot Hatch Green Chile Rice
Here is the recipe

 

Purple Potato Salad
Here is the recipe

Borracho Beans in Instant Pot
Here is the recipe

Instant Pot Creamed Corn
Here is the recipe

 

Instant Pot Flan 
Here is the recipe

Instant Pot Vanilla Rice Pudding
Here is the recipe

Instant Pot Okra with Tomatoes
Here is the recipe

Baked Apples made in Instant Pot
Here is the recipe

Homemade Baked Beans in Instant Pot
Here is the recipe

Brussels Sprouts in 5 Minutes
Here is the recipe

Instant Pot Ranch Potatoes
Here is the recipe
 
Instant Pot Spanish Rice
Here is the recipe
 
Honey Glazed Carrots made Simple
Here is the recipe
 
Grab the ingredients for these amazing recipes and know you can easily make them in minutes using your Instant Pot.  Vegetables, starches, and even a dessert all make this a great choice for your next weekend barbecue event!  
 
You'll love this great list of Instant Pot Sides that are perfect to go alongside your favorite grilled foods! They are delicious, easy, and a perfect accompaniment to any grilled meat!

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How to make Taco Meat Pressure Cooker

 

 

So making Instant Pot taco meat in my house is a must.  We use it for so many different recipes from nachos to tacos and even enchiladas.   So when I make I make enough for two meals in our house.  Also I stretch 2 lbs out to a little over 3lbs buy using pinto beans.  The recipe for pinto beans is here.  I make those in bulk to and am able to freeze 4lbs a month.   So follow my recipe below and you will have amazingly easy meat that you can use on a variety of recipes.

What you need

2lbs of half-frozen ground beef
1lb of frozen pinto beans
1 cup of salsa
1 cup of water or 1/2 cup if you want less liquid in the end.
some taco seasoning if you want

 

 

How to make

First, if you are wanting less liquid use 1/2 cup.  If you are worried about the
amount note that when the pinto beans defrost you will gain more liquid helping you not get the burn notice on your pressure cooker.

Since my pinto beans are premade I already have enough seasoning but my husband 
was using for tacos so I actually added a little taco seasoning on the top of mine.
So all I do is add in the cup of water on the bottom of my pot, then the salsa
then the blocks of frozen beef and pinto beans.

 

Close the lid and cook on manual/pressure cooker mode for 8 minutes.  10 minutes your ground beef is frozen solid.
Once the pressure beeps turn off and let the pressure naturally release for 10 minutes. Then you can open up the valve and let out any remaining pressure.  
When you open the lid you will use a spatula or a tool like mine to chop up your meat.
Next, serve with whatever dish you want.  

 

 

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Pressure Cooker Salisbury Steak

 

My husband ate Salisbury steak a lot as a kid.  So he requests that I make it at least every few weeks.  So I didn’t have time to cook up and watch on the stove recently when he wants.  So I made in my Instant Pot and it came out perfect.  So check out how I made perfect Instant Pot Salisbury Steak.   This will be enough for 5-7 people.   I made with roasted potatoes that I made in the oven.

Instant Pot Salisbury Steak

This is a perfect way to use up ground beef.  Everyone in the family will love this rich recipe that is frugal and simple.  While I served it with some roasted potatoes I made in the oven, you could serve with buttered noodles or even our Instant Pot Mashed Red Potatoes, Instant Pot Garlic Rosemary Mashed Potatoes, or our Instant Pot Buttery Mashed Potatoes!

Ingredients for Instant Pot Salisbury Steak

2lbs of ground beef (85/15 what I used)
1 package of brown gravy mix
8oz of fresh mushrooms 
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 1/2 cup water

 

 

Directions for Instant Pot Salisbury Steak

In a microwave-safe bowl, heat water in the microwave for 2 minutes.  You want the water to be very hot. 

Pour the hot water into the bottom of the Instant Pot Liner and mix brown gravy mix into the water with a whisk

Add the mushrooms to the gravy mixture

Season the ground beef using salt, pepper, and garlic powder, and onions, then make them into patties.  2 pounds can make around 8 patties

Place your trivet into the Instant Pot liner, and gently place your patties onto the trivet

Close the lid to your Instant Pot and cook on manual/pressure cooker mode for 6 minutes

Once the timer goes off you will release the steam naturally for at least 10 minutes

Release any remaining pressure, and remove the Instant Pot lid. 

Gently remove the trivet and place the patties into the gravy and allow to stand for 5 minutes before serving

Make Instant Pot Salisbury Steak as a great family friendly beef recipe that saves time and money! This frugal but delicious meal is a great way to meal prep!

This Instant Pot Salisbury Steak is a great option for any busy weeknight!  You’ll love seeing how much your family loves this, and the recipe just can’t be beat!  

More Instant Pot Beef Recipes: 

Instant Pot Shredded Beef

Balsamic Vinegar Roast Beef Sandwiches

Instant Pot Beef Burgandy

Authentic Beef Cheek Barbacoa

Instant Pot Korean Beef Burritos

Easy Instant Pot Creamy Corned Beef and Pasta

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Southern Style Pressure Cooker Okra with Tomatoes

How I love my southern food.  It is something I will eat daily if you feed it to me.   So when I went to make my famous side Southern Style Tomatoes and Okra in the Instant Pot this week, I thought to myself why don’t  I save myself some time and cook it in my Instant Pot.  It could make the time go faster and could taste better.  [Read more…]

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Make Shredded Beef in your Pressure Cooker

This Instant Pot Shredded Beef is so versatile.  It’s a great way to batch cook beef to use for tons of recipes.  You can use for enchiladas, nachos, sandwiches, tacos, taquitos and other recipes.  It’s just a great flavorful way of cooking a chuck roast to use throughout the week for other recipes. 

Instant Pot Shredded Beef

One of my favorite things about shredded beef is that it is a great way to use a tougher cut of meat.  I prefer a rump roast or chuck roast, but you can use stew meats or any beef roast for this recipe.  The tougher cuts usually require longer cook times, but the Instant Pot really cuts back on that. 

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Borracho Beans in Pressure Cooker

It is a Sunday and I am meal prepping for my week.  This week I will be making shredded chicken with Borracho Beans in the Instant Pot and rice for my husband.  Before we my Instant Pot we could have to sit around all day and cook in my crock pot but now it takes two hours to cook all my food and have in the fridge for the next day.  [Read more…]

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