Easy Dump Instant Pot Recipes For Beginners

Are you debating purchasing an Instant Pot? I am so glad I made the decision to purchase an Instant Pot last year!

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I tested many popular instant pot recipes from Pinterest, and want to share my favorite easy Instant Pot recipes with you.

These easy dump and start Instant Pot recipes are great for beginners.

It was 2018, I was working full time, didn’t get home until about 6 pm every night, and by that time I was HANGRY. I love cooking and wanted to eat healthily, but I didn’t have the time or energy to cook dinner and clean the kitchen every night.

Some days, I would use my slow cooker to make dinner, but I didn’t feel comfortable having it on all day while I was at work. I began looking for a pressure cooker because I heard great things about how quick and easy they were to use.

I researched reviews on the many different brands and the instant pot had all the features I was looking for, at a great price.

Instant Pot

I have the IP-DUO60 7-in-1 Programmable Pressure Cooker, 6qt/1000W Instant Pot

Its the perfect size for my family of 3.

Key Features:

7-in-1 Multi-Functional Cooker–Pressure Cooker, Slow Cooker, Rice Cooker, Saute/Browning, Yogurt Maker, Steamer & Warmer
24-hour timer allows for delayed cooking
Speeds up cooking by 2~6 times using up to 70% less energy
Comes with a stainless steel cooking pot, steam rack, and lid

Here are some accessories you can purchase for the Instant Pot:

Easy Instant Pot Recipes

Instant Pot Chicken Burrito Bowls

I make these Instant Pot Chicken Burrito Bowls at least once a week, my family loves them!

This recipe is great for meal prep or as leftovers.

I store leftovers in glass storage containers, and when I’m ready to eat it, I reheat in the microwave for about a minute and a half, and add avocado, tortilla chips, and pico de gallo or salsa!

Recipe By: Kelli Foster

Instant Pot Kalua Pork and Cabbage

When I lived in Hawaii, I ate Kalua Pig and Cabbage at least once a week.

In Hawaii, the pig is cooked in the ground for hours.

I use to cook it in a slow cooker for 20 hours! Now, It only takes about an hour and a half in the instant pot.

I serve this shredded Kalua Pork and cabbage with steamed rice and macaroni salad (Hawaiian style).

This recipe also makes great leftovers.

My husband loves when I make pulled pork sandwiches the next day.

I just heat the shredded pork in a pan, or microwave it with barbecue sauce until its warm enough to eat.

Recipe By: Cooking with Curls

Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Wings

I tried this Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Wing recipe at my Super Bowl LIII party and they came out great!

These delicious buffalo chicken wings made up for the boring game.

I used Franks Buffalo Sauce, but you can use any sauce you like.

Recipe By: A Mind “Full” Mom

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There is a monthly fee, but it’s worth time and money you save.

When going to the grocery store, I have spent almost double the money on food that I didn’t plan on purchasing.

Skip the grocery line, and order your groceries on your time. The food has always been fresh, and I love that I can choose a delivery time.