Instant Pot Spaghetti & Meatballs
Instant Pot Spaghetti & Meatballs is the ultimate comfort food that effortlessly combines tender spaghetti, savory meatballs, and rich tomato sauce. This one-pot meal captures classic Italian flavors while saving you time in the kitchen. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, this recipe will delight your taste buds and leave everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1/2 cup fine breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 28 oz canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
- Roll the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and set aside.
- Set your Instant Pot to sauté mode and heat olive oil. Brown half the meatballs for about five minutes.
- Add crushed tomatoes, minced garlic, and Italian seasoning; stir gently.
- Break spaghetti in half and push it into the sauce until mostly submerged.
- Seal the lid and cook on high pressure for 8 minutes. Release pressure carefully.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 59g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For turkey or veggie options, substitute lean ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based alternatives. Mix in spinach or other vegetables for added nutrition and flavor.