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22 Quick Christmas Instant Pot Recipes That Taste Homemade

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If you’re looking for easy, comforting Christmas dishes without spending hours cooking, your Instant Pot is about to become your best friend. These recipes are fast, flavorful, and perfect for holiday gatherings. From soups to mains to desserts, you’ll find something everyone will love.

1. Instant Pot Christmas Chicken Stew

Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken breast, cubed
  • 2 cups diced potatoes
  • 1 cup sliced carrots
  • 1 cup peas
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup cream
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Add chicken, potatoes, carrots, onion, spices, and broth to the Instant Pot.
  2. Seal and cook on High Pressure for 8 minutes.
  3. Quick release pressure.
  4. Stir in cream and peas; simmer on sauté for 3–4 minutes.

How to Serve It
Top with parsley or serve with crusty bread.

2. Instant Pot Holiday Pot Roast

Ingredients

  • 2 lb beef chuck roast
  • 1 tbsp oil
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 2 cups carrots
  • 2 cups baby potatoes
  • 3 cups beef broth
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper

Instructions

  1. Sear roast in oil on sauté mode.
  2. Add vegetables, broth, and seasonings.
  3. Seal and cook on High Pressure for 60 minutes.
  4. Natural release for 10 minutes.

How to Serve It
Drizzle with extra gravy and serve warm.

3. Instant Pot Creamy Christmas Mashed Potatoes

Ingredients

  • 3 lb potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1 cup water
  • ½ cup butter
  • 1 cup cream
  • Salt and pepper

Instructions

  1. Add potatoes and water to the pot.
  2. Cook on High Pressure for 8 minutes; quick release.
  3. Mash with butter and cream.

4. Instant Pot Turkey Breast

Ingredients

  • 2 lb turkey breast
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 cup broth
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika

Instructions

  1. Rub turkey with butter and seasoning.
  2. Add broth to the pot and place turkey on the trivet.
  3. Cook on High Pressure for 25 minutes; natural release 10 minutes.

5. Instant Pot Christmas Mac and Cheese

Ingredients

  • 3 cups elbow macaroni
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 tbsp butter

Instructions

  1. Add macaroni, salt, and water to the pot.
  2. Cook on High Pressure for 4 minutes; quick release.
  3. Stir in cheese, milk, and butter.

6. Instant Pot Christmas Beef Stew

Ingredients

  • 1 lb stew beef
  • 2 cups potatoes
  • 2 cups carrots
  • 1 onion
  • 3 cups beef broth
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp rosemary

Instructions

  1. Add all ingredients to the pot.
  2. Cook on High Pressure for 30 minutes; natural release.

7. Instant Pot Cranberry Chicken

Ingredients

  • 4 chicken thighs
  • 1 cup cranberry sauce
  • ½ cup broth
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce

Instructions

  1. Add all ingredients to the pot.
  2. Cook on High Pressure for 12 minutes; quick release.

8. Instant Pot Gingerbread Oatmeal

Ingredients

  • 2 cups rolled oats
  • 3 cups milk
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • ½ tsp ginger
  • 1 tbsp molasses

Instructions

  1. Add everything to the pot.
  2. Cook on High Pressure for 4 minutes; natural release.

9. Instant Pot Christmas Chili

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 onion
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 1 can kidney beans
  • 1 cup broth
  • 2 tbsp chili powder

Instructions

  1. Brown beef on sauté.
  2. Add remaining ingredients.
  3. Cook on High Pressure for 15 minutes.

10. Instant Pot Garlic Green Beans

Ingredients

  • 2 cups green beans
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tsp garlic

Instructions

  1. Add green beans and ½ cup water.
  2. Cook on High Pressure for 1 minute; quick release.
  3. Toss with butter and garlic.

11. Instant Pot Christmas Hot Chocolate

Ingredients

  • 4 cups milk
  • 1 cup chocolate chips
  • 2 tbsp cocoa
  • 2 tbsp sugar

Instructions

  1. Add everything to the pot.
  2. Heat on sauté until smooth.

12. Instant Pot Holiday Meatballs

Ingredients

  • 20 frozen meatballs
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce
  • ½ cup cranberry sauce

Instructions

  1. Add meatballs and sauces.
  2. Cook on High Pressure for 5 minutes; quick release.

13. Instant Pot Baked Apples

Ingredients

  • 4 apples, cored
  • 4 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • ½ cup water

Instructions

  1. Fill apples with sugar and cinnamon.
  2. Add water to the pot.
  3. Cook on High Pressure for 6 minutes.

14. Instant Pot Christmas Risotto

Ingredients

  • 2 cups Arborio rice
  • 4 cups broth
  • 1 cup peas
  • ½ cup Parmesan
  • 2 tbsp butter

Instructions

  1. Add rice and broth.
  2. Cook on High Pressure for 6 minutes; quick release.
  3. Stir in butter, peas, and Parmesan.

15. Instant Pot Ham and Potato Soup

Ingredients

  • 2 cups diced ham
  • 3 cups potatoes
  • 1 onion
  • 3 cups broth
  • 1 cup cream

Instructions

  1. Add ham, potatoes, onion, and broth.
  2. Cook on High Pressure for 10 minutes.
  3. Stir in cream.

16. Instant Pot Christmas Pasta

Ingredients

  • 3 cups pasta
  • 2 cups tomato sauce
  • 2 cups water
  • ½ cup cream
  • 1 tsp garlic

Instructions

  1. Add pasta, sauce, garlic, and water.
  2. Cook on High Pressure for 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in cream.

17. Instant Pot Eggnog Rice Pudding

Ingredients

  • 1 cup rice
  • 2 cups eggnog
  • 1 cup milk
  • ¼ cup sugar

Instructions

  1. Add all ingredients.
  2. Cook on High Pressure for 10 minutes; natural release.

18. Instant Pot Christmas Stuffed Peppers

Ingredients

  • 4 bell peppers
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • 1 cup tomato sauce

Instructions

  1. Mix beef, rice, and sauce. Fill peppers.
  2. Add 1 cup water to pot; place peppers on trivet.
  3. Cook on High Pressure for 9 minutes.

19. Instant Pot Christmas Sweet Potatoes

Ingredients

  • 4 sweet potatoes
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • Cinnamon to taste

Instructions

  1. Add water and trivet.
  2. Place potatoes on top.
  3. Cook on High Pressure for 18 minutes.

20. Instant Pot Cranberry Rice Pilaf

Ingredients

  • 2 cups basmati rice
  • 2½ cups broth
  • ½ cup dried cranberries
  • 1 tsp rosemary

Instructions

  1. Add all ingredients.
  2. Cook on High Pressure for 4 minutes; natural release.

21. Instant Pot Christmas BBQ Ribs

Ingredients

  • 2 lb ribs
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce
  • 1 cup water

Instructions

  1. Add water and trivet.
  2. Place ribs inside.
  3. Cook on High Pressure for 35 minutes; quick release.
  4. Brush with BBQ sauce and broil 3 minutes.

22. Instant Pot Peppermint Hot Cocoa Cheesecake

Ingredients

  • 1 cup crushed cookies
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 16 oz cream cheese
  • ½ cup sugar
  • ½ cup chocolate chips
  • 2 eggs

Instructions

  1. Press cookie crumbs and butter into a pan.
  2. Mix filling and pour over crust.
  3. Add 1 cup water to pot; lower cheesecake in.
  4. Cook on High Pressure for 35 minutes; natural release.

Conclusion

Your Instant Pot can take a lot of stress out of Christmas cooking, and these recipes make it easy to create warm, comforting dishes without spending hours in the kitchen. Try a few, save your favorites, and share them with family and friends. Enjoy every bite and have a wonderful holiday season. 🎄✨

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