Easy Instant Pot Spaghetti And Meatballs
If you're looking for a quick and easy dinner recipe, you can't go wrong with Instant Pot spaghetti and meatballs. This delicious dish is made with just a few simple ingredients and can be ready in under an hour. Plus, with the Instant Pot, you won't have to spend all day cooking and cleaning up.
Ingredients
For this recipe, you will need:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 pound spaghetti
- 4 cups water
Instructions
Here's how to make Instant Pot spaghetti and meatballs:
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, egg, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix well to combine.
- Form the mixture into meatballs about 1 inch in diameter.
- Press the Saute button on the Instant Pot and add the olive oil. Once hot, add the meatballs and brown on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove the meatballs and set aside.
- Add the onion and garlic to the Instant Pot and saute until softened, about 3 minutes.
- Add the crushed tomatoes, basil, oregano, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using) to the Instant Pot. Stir well to combine.
- Add the spaghetti to the Instant Pot, breaking it in half if necessary to fit. Pour the water over the spaghetti.
- Place the meatballs on top of the spaghetti.
- Close the Instant Pot lid and turn the valve to the sealing position. Cook on high pressure for 8 minutes.
- Allow the Instant Pot to naturally release pressure for 5 minutes, then release any remaining pressure manually.
- Remove the lid and stir well to combine everything.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh basil, if desired.
Tips
Here are some tips to make the perfect Instant Pot spaghetti and meatballs:
- If you prefer, you can use ground turkey or chicken instead of beef for the meatballs.
- Make sure to brown the meatballs well before adding them to the Instant Pot to ensure they hold their shape during cooking.
- If you like your spaghetti with a bit of a bite, cook it for 7 minutes instead of 8.
- Feel free to adjust the seasonings to your liking. You can add more or less red pepper flakes depending on how spicy you like it.
Conclusion
Instant Pot spaghetti and meatballs is a delicious and easy dinner that the whole family will love. With just a few simple ingredients and the help of your Instant Pot, you can have a satisfying meal on the table in under an hour. So why not give it a try tonight?