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How to Use Your Instant Pot More: 19 Surprising Things to Make

By Thena in Kitchen Tips

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Did you know that there are a ton of interesting ways to use your Instant Pot? While it’s true that you can use it for dinners and fun foods that are delicious, there are so many other Instant Pot recipes out there that you’re probably missing out on.

It’s time to take a chance and go to the “wild side” of Instant Pot uses. You’re going to wonder what took you so long to venture off the beaten path!

I’ve put together a list of 19 of the most surprising things to do or make in your Instant Pot that is going to make your day totally awesome!

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19 Awesome Ways to use your Instant Pot

Before diving into how to use an Instant Pot, let’s talk about exactly what an Instant Pot is.

What is an Instant Pot?

An Instant Pot is a pressure cooker that can cook all types of food items in a quick and efficient manner. Our Instant Pot in our house is on overload all the time and it delivers with every dish we make!

I’m thinking about adding another Instant Pot or two to our home because I really don’t think one can ever have too many!

You can buy an Instant Pot almost anywhere now. Here is the link to the Instant Pot I own and love.

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What is the best thing to cook in an instant pot?

This is totally up to what you like! We use our instant pot most often to cook rice, but my most favorite thing to cook in our instant pot is frozen chicken. It’s so fast and simple and I don’t even have to unthaw it! It’s perfect for those busy days when I forget to pull the meat out of the freezer.

Now that you know how to use an Instant Pot and why you should, let’s dive into all the awesome ways that you can use your Instant Pot!

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Super Cool Ways to Use Your Instant Pot

These are just some of the delicious and unique ways that you can use your Instant Pot.

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Instant Pot Cheesecake

Yep, your Instant Pot can create an entire cheesecake from start to finish. If this is a dream, don’t wake me. This Instant Pot Pumpkin Cheesecake is amazing.

You will need a springform pan to use in making your instant pot cheesecake.

cheesecake made in instant pot

Kettle Popcorn

You can easily toss out your stir crazy or anything else you use to cook popcorn and let your Instant Pot take over. This kettle popcorn recipe is simple.

kettle corn popcorn cooked in instant pot

Hard-Boiled Eggs

Tired of peeling away half the egg when you’re taking off the shell? These Instant Pot Hard Boiled eggs come out perfectly every single time.

hard boiled eggs cooked in instant pot

Cauliflower Rice

It’s like rice, only fewer carbs! Plus, you can whip this Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice up in no time at all!

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Greek Yogurt

No more having to run to the store last minute. You can whip up this Instant Pot Greek Yogurt licitly split!

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Mashed Potatoes

I can assure you that once you make these mashed potatoes the instant pot way, you’ll never want them any other way ever again!

mashed potatoes cooked in instant pot

Instant Pot Oatmeal

Talk about a simple way to make a hearty breakfast! These Instant Pot Steel Cut Oats will have you coming back for round two!

steel cut oats cooked in instant pot

Baby Back Ribs

Hold onto your hats, cooking ribs is about to get a whole lot better. One bite of these Instant Pot Baby Back Ribs and you’ll be putting up your grill for good.

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ribs cooked in instant pot

Macaroni and Cheese

This classic favorite really gets taken up a notch when you cook it in the Instant Pot. Everyone in your family will love this delicious Mac & Cheese recipe.

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Butternut Squash

This recipe is a great way to get some extra veggies into your family’s tummy. Plus, cooking butternut squash in your Instant Pot takes mere moments!

Then make this delicious Whipped Butternut Squash side dish.

butternut squash cooking in instant pot

Baby Food

Do you have a little one at home that is ready for real food? Don’t buy it at the store – make your own baby food in the Instant Pot! (This is technically a pumpkin recipe but what baby doesn’t like pumpkin?! Just make certain that there aren’t any big chunks of cooked pumpkin to worry about)

baby food made from instant pot

Bread

Looking for a delicious and flavorful bread that you can whip up in your Instant Pot? You’re not going to want to miss out on this Instant Pot Coconut Muesli Bread.

loaf of bread made in instant pot

Spaghetti

Everyone loves family but who really wants to make all those messy dishes? This Instant Pot Spaghetti recipe creates the perfect dish easily.

spaghetti cooked in instant pot on a plate

Corn on the Cob

How many times have you overcooked your corn on the cob on the stove? This Instant Pot Corn on the Cob recipe is crazy good!

corn on the cob cooked in instant pot

Meatloaf

Family dinner was never so simple with this Instant Pot Meatloaf recipe. It’s hearty and delicious!

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Applesauce

The taste of cinnamon and apple is divine in this Instant Pot Applesauce recipe!

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Chicken and Dumplings

Holy moly, this is good. A dinner all in one nice neat little package is what this Instant Pot Chicken and Dumplings meal consists of!

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Sourdough Bread

Enjoying a giant chunk of this sourdough bread is going to make your entire day!

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Frozen Chicken

Did you know that you can easily cook frozen chicken in the Instant Pot? Talk about a real game-changer! This Aloha Pineapple Chicken dinner is a breeze.

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There you have it! 19 awesome recipes and ways that you can easily use your Instant Pot.

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Do you have a favorite recipe from the list that you’re excited to make?

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    Filed Under: Kitchen Tips, Recipes Published on February 13, 2020

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    Comments

    1. sheonn says

      April 26, 2020 at 3:56 pm

      Last month I bought Instant Pot Fryer with EPC Combo pressure cooker. It’s a budget cooker. It’s beneficial. You can cook all of the recipes you want. You can air fry, roast, warm, bake, broil, and dehydrate by this pressure cooker. It has more functions for cooking, like an oven. You can try to make any dish with it. I can use it at home & outdoor vacation. I love it & also help me this review to grabbing this quickly.

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    2. Mattie. Elzey says

      April 27, 2020 at 2:48 pm

      Do you have any better idea for the budgeted grill? I’d love to know.

      Reply

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