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The Best Instant Pot Dump Recipes

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May 17, 2021 By Lisa Sharp Leave a Comment

Delicious homecooked meals don’t have to take a lot of time and effort. Try these Instant Pot dump recipes that can be made in no time.

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It’s very important to me that most of our meals are made at home with good ingredients. It’s better for us and is better for our budget. 

Life is busy though. It seems like dinner time sneaks up on you and suddenly you are rushing around trying to come up with something to make. This is when you often give up and get something out or go with a quick, not-so-healthy option.

Meal planning helps a lot but you can’t plan in more time so you also need those meals to be quick and simple to prepare. That’s where the Instant Pot comes in. 

There are a lot of great Instant Pot dump meals that only require you to dump some stuff in the Instant Pot and start it, which is why they are called dump meals.

While they are cooking you can take that time to get other things done. I like to start mine and finish up my housework or if I haven’t already worked out I will go do that. It’s great to have some extra time to get more done but still end up with a wholesome meal.

How to Make Instant Pot Meals Fast

You will first want to feel confident in using your Instant Pot or you will be stressed and possibly make mistakes while trying to hurry to get dinner put together.

If you are feeling intimidated by your Instant Pot or just want to improve your skills check out How to Be the Boss of Your Instant Pot.

Also, be sure you are planning out your meals using something like my meal planner or even a simple notebook. Just be sure to find a system that works for you.

Get a Free Instant Pot Cheat Sheet

Always find yourself having to look up how long to cook things in the Instant Pot? Save some time by getting this free Instant Pot cheat sheet. 

Print off the cheat sheet and laminate it and stick it on your fridge so you never have to search for timing again.

And finally, to help you start building your list of Instant Pot dump recipes to try I gathered a bunch of delicious recipes to get you started. Go through this list and save the ones that look good to you. 

Instant Pot Dump Recipes

Easy meals your whole family will enjoy that you can prepare in no time with very little prep-work!

Instant Pot Salsa Chicken Tacos (With Frozen Chicken)

Photo Credit: aileencooks.com

Delicious chicken tacos in no time, even if you haven't thawed your chicken.

3-Ingredient Instant Pot Pulled Pork

Photo Credit: www.momadvice.com

With just three simple ingredients you can have pulled pork, perfect for tacos or sandwiches.

Instant Pot Spaghetti and Turkey Meatballs

Photo Credit: tasteandsee.com

Spaghetti and meatballs all in one pot!

Instant Pot Hawaiian Chicken

Photo Credit: temeculablogs.com

A fun new chicken recipe the whole family will love.

Easy Hawaiian Pork Chops ~ An Instant Pot Recipe

Photo Credit: lifewithdee.com

Tired of plain, dry pork chops? These are flavorful and perfect every time.

Instant Pot Italian Lentil Soup

Photo Credit: thebellyrulesthemind.net

For cooler nights this soup is the perfect thing to warm you up.

Instant Pot Gumbo

Photo Credit: lifewithdee.com

Usually gumbo is a time consuming recipe, not with the Instant Pot!

Dump and Go Instant Pot Vegetable Soup

Photo Credit: adventuresofmel.com

A filling vegetable soup in no time.

Instant Pot Fajitas

Photo Credit: littlesunnykitchen.com

Fajitas are a perfect family dish and these will soon be your favorite.

Instant Pot Black Bean Chicken Bowls

Photo Credit: crystalandcomp.com

Chicken bowls quicker and easier than ever.

Pressure Cooker Shredded Buffalo Chicken

Photo Credit: thisoldgal.com

It's easy to make this buffalo chicken keto or low carb friendly!

Dump and Start Instant Pot Mexican Quinoa + Tutorial {Vegan, Gluten Free}

Photo Credit: recipesfromapantry.com

This recipe tastes like you have been cooking for hours with very little effort.

Instant Pot Cheesy Garlic Butter Spaghetti {Dump and Start, Vegetarian}

Photo Credit: recipesfromapantry.com

Kids will love this cheesy pasta!

Instant Pot Cream of Chicken and Wild Rice Soup

Photo Credit: instantpotcooking.com

Another great soup recipe that will taste like it's been simmering all day.

Instant Pot Fettuccine Alfredo pasta

Photo Credit: berrymaple.com

Alfredo is a great family friendly recipe and this is a very quick and easy version.

Instant Pot Pesto Chicken

Photo Credit: thisoldgal.com

This recipe is low carb friendly and simple.

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