With the madness of the holiday season nearly upon us, as well as the added stress of virtual schooling for some, managing activity schedules, and balancing work, it’s no wonder that meal planning may not be the top priority on your list. I, for one, usually think about dinner approximately twenty minutes before it’s time to cook.
That’s where the Instant Pot comes in. The Instant Pot is a multifunctional pressure cooker that doubles as the superhero of our kitchen countertops. It’s incredibly fast, and produces the most mouthwatering meals—at a fraction of the time. Perfect for meal procrastinators like me!
We gathered up our favorite healthy, fast, and kid-approved Instant Pot recipes to add to your repertoire. Let us know what you think!
1. Instant Pot Healthy Fried Rice

Source: Fit Foodie Finds
2. Instant Pot Chicken Noodle Soup

Source: Erin Clarke of Well Plated
3. Instant Pot Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken Thighs

Source: Savory Nothings
4. Instant Pot Mac and Cheese

Source: Pinch of Yum
5. Instant Pot Ground Beef Burrito Bowls

Source: Oh Sweet Basil
6. Instant Pot Lemon Garlic Salmon

Source: The Natural Nurturer
7. Instant Pot Pasta with Sausage

Source: Kristine’s Kitchen
8. Instant Pot Quick & Easy Lemon Chicken

Source: Drizzle and Dip
9. Instant Pot Pot Roast

Source: No. 2 Pencil
10. Instant Pot Chicken and Broccoli

Source: Love & Zest
11. Instant Pot Chicken Tortilla-Less Soup

Source: The Movement Menu
This article was originally published on September 15, 2019 and has been updated for timeliness.
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