If you love pasta but don’t love hovering over the stove, these 27 Instant Pot pasta recipes are about to make dinner so much easier. From creamy classics to bold, flavorful creations, each recipe takes advantage of the Instant Pot’s magic to cook everything perfectly in one pot. You’ll save time, cut down on dishes, and still enjoy pasta that tastes like it simmered all afternoon.
Creamy Pesto Chicken Pasta
Looking for a quick and delicious weeknight dinner? This Instant Pot Creamy Pesto Chicken Pasta is your answer. Combining tender chicken, perfectly cooked pasta, and a rich, basil pesto sauce, this dish delivers flavor and convenience in every bite. Get the recipe
Spaghetti Bolognese
Instant Pot Spaghetti Bolognese features cooked spaghetti with a flavorful blend of ground beef and pork, simmered to perfection in a tasty tomato sauce. The Instant Pot does a fantastic job making spaghetti. Get the recipe
Lemon Orzo Pasta Soup
Instant Pot Lemon Orzo Pasta Soup is a bright, flavorful soup, with a bit of a zesty twist. The tangy lemon with tender chicken, orzo pasta, and fresh herbs, creating a light, satisfying meal. Get the recipe
Philly Cheesesteak Pasta
This Instant Pot Philly Cheesesteak Pasta uses a shell pasta and is packed with all the great flavors you expect – mushrooms, green peppers, onions, beef, and Cheez Whiz. Get the recipe
Stuffed Shells
These Instant Pot Stuffed Shells are shell-shaped pasta loaded with a variety of cheeses and topped with a delicious marinara sauce. These Instant Pot stuffed shells are perfect if you enjoy pasta and one-pot dinners. Get the recipe
Creamy Sausage Rigatoni
This Instant Pot Creamy Sausage Rigatoni is perfect for a weeknight dinner because it’s so easy to make. The rigatoni combined with the sausage and tomato sauce is a perfect combination and it turns out super creamy. Get the recipe
Sausage & Pumpkin Pasta
This Instant Pot Sausage Pumpkin Pasta, made with farfalle pasta, delicious Italian sausage, and tender pumpkin, is the perfect fall dish that can be easily made in the Instant Pot to save time. Get the recipe
Chicken Parmesan Pasta
Instant Pot Chicken Parmesan Pasta is made with perfectly cooked penne pasta, tender chunks of chicken, a rich marinara sauce, and a cheesy topping. Get the recipe
Buttered Noodles
This Instant Pot Buttered Noodles is a super fast way to make a fast and simple, hands-off meal. All you need is pasta, water, butter, and any seasonings you like and you have a satisfying plate of pasta. Get the recipe
Creamy Ziti
This Instant Pot Creamy Ziti is a comforting, creamy pasta dish that is quick & easy to make. Enjoy the Italian flavor combination of garlic, marinara, mozzarella, parmesan and chopped basil. Get the recipe
Sausage & Pepper Pasta
Instant Pot Sausage & Peppers Pasta is a quick and delicious one-pot meal that combines savory sausage, sweet bell peppers, and tender pasta in a rich tomato sauce. This hassle-free recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, offering a hearty and flavorful dish that the whole family will love. Get the recipe
Beef Stroganoff
Instant Pot Beef Stroganoff is made with tender strips of beef, mushrooms, seasonings, and egg noodles with a creamy sauce. It’s classic comfort food made easy in the pressure cooker. Get the recipe
Cheesy Taco Pasta
This Instant Pot Cheesy Taco Pasta is the perfect meal for a lazy afternoon or quick dinner, made with ground beef, pasta shells, and all your favorite taco flavors. Get the recipe
Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo
You won’t believe how easy it is to make Instant Pot Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo with a super creamy, delicious sauce made from scratch. There’s absolutely no simpler or better way to make this recipe. Get the recipe
Tortellini & Sausage Soup
If you’re looking for a quick and filling meal that’s perfect for any night of the week, Instant Pot Tortellini & Sausage Soup is it. This rich, velvety soup is loaded with tender tortellini, savory sausage, and a medley of vegetables, all brought together in a creamy broth. Get the recipe
Mac & Cheese
This flavorful Instant Pot Mac & Cheese is a classic comfort food that comes out creamy and delicious in under 30 minutes, with just 7 simple ingredients. Get the recipe
Cacio e Pepe
This Instant Pot Cacio e Pepe is a fast way to make your favorite Italian cheese and black pepper pasta with just 4 ingredients: pasta, cheese, pepper, and water (or broth). Get the recipe
Cajun Chicken Pasta
This Instant Pot Cajun Chicken Pasta recipe adds Cajun seasoning, diced tomatoes, bell peppers, and heavy cream to the classic combination of chicken and pasta to form a delicious dinner. Get the recipe
Olive Garden Chicken Pasta
This Instant Pot Olive Garden Chicken Pasta is so creamy and delicious, made with the original Olive Garden salad dressing, cream cheese and sun dried tomatoes. Get the recipe
Spaghetti
If you’ve never made Instant Pot Spaghetti, you absolutely should start using this method to make perfect spaghetti. It uses the same ingredients, but is cooked all in one pot and in about half the time it usually takes to make. Get the recipe
Easy Shrimp Pasta
This Instant Pot Shrimp Pasta has a delicious sauce with butter, Parmesan, fresh garlic, cracked black pepper and parsley. By just adding a few additional ingredients you have a simple way to make a delicious pasta dish that’s as impressive as it is easy to make. Get the recipe
Chicken Spaghetti
Instant Pot Chicken Spaghetti, made with peppers, onions, chicken, and cheese, is a creamy, flavor-packed dish that’s quick, easy, and perfect for busy weeknights. Get the recipe
Orzo
This simple Instant Pot Orzo recipe requires just 3 ingredients and makes a tender pasta in just 3 minutes. Add this to your side dish rotation for a simple dinner in minutes. Get the recipe
Buffalo Chicken Pasta
This Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Pasta is pure comfort food with penne pasta and a cheesy creamy and delicious buffalo sauce. Best of all it takes less than 40 minutes to make. Get the recipe
Creamy Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta
This Creamy Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta recipe combines the rich flavors of crispy bacon, tender chicken, and cream cheese, all enveloped in a delightful ranch seasoning. Get the recipe
Ravioli with Tomato Sauce
Instant Pot Ravioli with Tomato Sauce combines the rich flavors of ground Italian sausage, creamy tomato sauce, and cheesy ravioli, all made conveniently in your Instant Pot. Get the recipe
Chili Mac
Instant Pot Chili Mac combines the bold flavors of chili with elbow macaroni and shredded cheese, all effortlessly prepared in one pot. It’s the ultimate comfort food! Get the recipe
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