Instant Pot Pasta Delight
Instant Pot Pasta Delight is a quick and flavorful dish that brings the comfort of homemade pasta to your table in under 30 minutes. Bursting with savory goodness from fresh garlic, herbs, and a rich tomato base, this one-pot recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. With the versatility to customize ingredients based on your preferences, it’s a delicious way to create lasting memories around the dinner table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 minutes
- Total Time: 14 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (penne or rotini)
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 14 oz canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup chicken broth (low-sodium)
- 1 tsp dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Set your Instant Pot to 'Sauté' mode and add olive oil. Once heated, sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add uncooked pasta, canned tomatoes, and chicken broth. Stir well.
- Season with dried basil, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly.
- Seal the lid tightly and cook on high pressure for 4 minutes.
- Perform a quick release of steam before opening the lid.
- Stir the pasta again and serve topped with grated Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: - Feel free to substitute pasta types or add proteins like shrimp or tofu for variety. - Incorporate seasonal vegetables such as spinach or bell peppers for added nutrition. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days; reheat with a splash of broth.