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Easy Instant Pot Spaghetti Recipe

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Perfect for all the pasta lovers out there, here’s an easy Instant Pot spaghetti recipe that takes just a few minutes to prepare! 

instant pot spaghetti

On the hunt for a super easy and quick no fuss dinner option?

We have you covered. Here’s an easy spaghetti recipe that hardly takes any prep time, and just a few minutes in your Instant Pot.

Plus, it is packed full of flavors and has tons of variations you can try out. Ready to give it a try?

Here’s what you need to know beforehand, and some quick tips to help you get started, before you move on to the ingredients list and the directions. 

Favorite Instant Pot Cooking Supplies

  • Instant Pot Inner Pot - I like to have an extra inner pot available because of how much cooking I do in my Instant Pot. It comes in really handy when I want to put a lid on the inner pot and refrigerate the leftovers, or mix up ingredients the night before to save time at the end of the day.
  • Silicone Lid for Instant Pot- I'm not sure how I lived without this one. Having a silicone lid for my Instant Pot has made life so much easier. It is perfect for adding ingredients a day or two ahead of time.
  • 101 Instant Pot Recipes for Beginners-  If you are new to pressure cooking, this is a great ebook to get you started with basic recipes you will use over and over again.

How Do I Cook Pasta in My Instant Pot?

For beginners, cooking pasta in the Instant Pot might seem confusing, mainly because you’re not sure if you’ll get the texture right.

True, a lot of times, if you aren’t careful, you might end up overcooking or undercooking your pasta, but in general, if you follow the instructions, you should be pretty much fine. 

Just use the right measurements for water and pasta, and cook it until the time advised- ideally, pressure cooking on high can cut down your cook time significantly.

Once that’s done, leave the pasta on for natural pressure release for 5 minutes and then release the remaining pressure manually. 

Can I Use a Different Sauce for the Spaghetti?

This recipe calls for the use of ground beef and marinara sauce- a classic combination you can’t go wrong with, topped with a generous helping of Parmesan cheese.

If you’ve run out of marinara sauce or just want to try out a different variation, you could do that too.

Pesto sauce works amazingly well with spaghetti, and so does a basic sauce base with some alfredo sauce. 

And then of course, you could swap the ground beef with some veggies like carrots, bell peppers, zucchini, broccoli and then top it with some fresh (or dried herbs) of your choice. 

instant pot spaghetti

Can I Make Marinara Sauce Myself?

While our recipe calls for the use of ready to use marinara sauce or any other tomato based sauce for that matter, you can definitely try and make the sauce from scratch too- especially if you’re planning to practice healthy and clean eating.

It might take a few extra minutes, but of course, it does translate into a more healthier meal. 

You’ll find several variations of this sauce, but the most basic version needs you saute some chopped garlic and onions in a bit of oil, and then add in some freshly blended tomatoes, tomato paste, salt, pepper, oregano and a bit of vinegar.

You can let this concoction simmer for around 20 minutes, and that’s it- your basic marinara sauce is all done.

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Recipe

Yield: 6 Serves

Instant Pot Spaghetti

Instant Pot Spaghetti

Perfect for all the pasta lovers out there, here’s a super easy instant pot spaghetti recipe that takes just a few minutes to prepare!

Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Additional Time 20 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes

Instructions

  1. Set the Instant Pot to Sauté mode. Once it gets hot, add in the oil, meat, and seasonings.
  2. Brown the meat and break up into smaller pieces. This should take about 5 minutes. 
  3. Turn off the sauté mode and add ½ cup of water. With your utensil, scrape the bottom of the Instant Pot to make sure any remaining residuals of the meat is off.
  4. Add in the sauce. Stir well to combine every element. 
  5. Take your noodles that you have broken in half and spread them in an even layer on top of the meat mixture. Do not stir.
  6. Add in the remaining 1 1/2 cups of water. (One way to make sure you get every morsel of your pasta sauce is to pour the water in the jar, close the lid, and shake well. This way you get every oz of sauce!) Do not stir.
  7. Close the Instant Pot by twisting the lid on and close the seal.
  8. Cook on High Pressure for 8 minutes. It should take about 10 minutes to build pressure. 
  9. Once it is done cooking, quick release by opening the valve (make sure to use a hot pad or towel to protect yourself from the hot steam). 
  10. Stir everything well and serve! You can top with fresh parsley, grated Parmesan cheese, or both! Enjoy!

Notes

FAQs:

  • Can my dog eat Spaghetti? Yes, your dog can have some Spaghetti, but only a little, since his diet is based on meat and proteins. Also, remove the sauce from his portion, because ingredients like garlic or onion are toxic for your pet.
  • Can my cat eat spaghetti? You can give Sphagetti to your cat if he or she likes it, but try not giving only this, because the cat's diet is based on meat products. Also, avoid giving this sauce, it contains garlic and onion powder, which can be harmful to your furry pet.

Nutrition Information

Yield

6

Serving Size

1

Amount Per Serving Calories 397Total Fat 17gSaturated Fat 6gTrans Fat 1gUnsaturated Fat 9gCholesterol 69mgSodium 671mgCarbohydrates 33gFiber 2gSugar 4gProtein 26g

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    • Jessica McCoy

      Jessica McCoy is a seasoned food blogger with 14+ years of experience in the industry. As a self-taught home cook, she enjoys creating and finetuning easy recipes that are fool proof and simple for anyone to make. Her expertise is in all things kitchen: cooking tips, air fryer recipes, Instant Pot and other pressure cooking recipes, and slow cooker recipes. Jessica was the previous owner of AllSheCooks, where she focused on easy every day recipes including budget friendly dinner recipes and desserts.

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