The Best Kid-Friendly Instant Pot Recipes We've Made

Vanessa M. said:  In the mood for something creamy, cheesy, and bacon-y? This is a good picky eater Instant Pot recipe. I like to stir in a bag of steamed mixed veggies as my kids are more likely to eat veggies covered in this delicious sauce! From One Hangry Mama

Tracy Snyder Molina said:  This kid-friendly keto recipe for butter chicken has been an Internet sensation and with good reason. Chicken thighs are pressure cooked with the star of this dish, the sauce. Wonderfully silky and full of flavor, it is tomato based and infused with a blend of spices. The sauce is finished with butter and cream or it can easily be made dairy-free by using coconut oil and coconut milk. Serve over zucchini noodles or rice and you have an easy dinner. Even better, the recipe makes enough sauce that you can save half of it in the freezer for another time! From Two Sleevers

Vanessa M. said:  My kids are crazy about shrimp! This recipe for low country shrimp boil is one of our family's favorite meals. We've made it over a campfire, in the slow cooker, in the oven, and now in the Instant Pot! It works well with any method and creates a hearty, delicious meal you will want to keep in your regular rotation. From What's Cookin, Chicago?

Katie G. said:  French dip sandwiches in the instant pot are a breeze to make and so delicious! The beef in this recipe is juicy and tender and falls apart at the end of the cook time. The mix of flavors is robust, yet mild so kids will love it too. Top each sandwich with melted provolone cheese and be sure to dip in au jus. If your family can't finish all the meat, freeze the leftovers for a quick make ahead freezer meal in the future. From Eazy Peazy Mealz

Erynn said:  This is one of my favorite Instant Pot vegan recipes. If you've ever had traditional posole, you'll love this meatless version (or you can swap the recipe's jackfruit for pulled pork). Once your instant pot does all the work of cooking, you can top the soup with shredded cabbage for some crunch, or top with lime juice, cilantro, or any other ingredients that sound tasty. From Tried & True Creative

Katie G. said:  The beauty of the instant pot is that you can cook one pot meals in no time at all. These burrito bowls are no exception. In just 10 minutes (plus time for pressure to build) you can feed your family a healthy and tasty weeknight dinner. This recipe can be adapted to your family's liking - adding more or less spice and adding toppings to each individual bowl. This recipe makes a lot so be prepared for leftovers during the week. From Cook Fast Eat Well

christadiserio said:  Typically with a chicken, broccoli and rice casserole you have to cook each main ingredient separately before baking. That's NOT the case when you make this delicious recipe in your Instant Pot. It's an easy peasy weeknight recipe that calls for ingredients you'll likely already have in your fridge or pantry - and it comes together in no time. By no time, I'm talking 20 minutes from start to finish for a meal that you AND the kids will love. From I Don't Have Time for That

christadiserio said:  This Instant Pot chicken piccata took me about 20 minutes from start to finish (including sorting ingredients) and it tasted better than the piccata I make over the stove, which takes way longer than double the time. Serve with rice, pasta or risotto if you’re really feeling fancy! From Happy Foods Tube

Kelly R. said:  This kid friendly Instant Pot dump recipe is the first thing I made in mine, and now I get what the fuss is all about. Pour in a variety of simple ingredients, pressure cook for a few minutes, and you're left with a wonderful creamy tomato pasta that tastes like it took much more effort than it did. We enjoyed ours with some warmed peas mixed in at the table. Easy peasy! From Mel's Kitchen Cafe

christadiserio said:  This is one delicious version of your average chicken noodle soup. It's creamy, noodle-y, so flavorful and somewhat healthy for kids with the veggies (celery and carrots) in it. It will be a hit recipe in the family, especially on the colder days! From A Mom's Impression

Kelly R. said:  This delicious and hearty cheeseburger soup features ground turkey and cauliflower for a healthy spin on the kid-favorite comfort food in an easy weeknight meal! From Skinnytaste

Kelly R. said:  Meatballs and sauce that taste slow cooked, but come together in a snap in the Instant Pot! Try them in meatball sandwiches or over spaghetti. From Favorite Family Recipes