Instant Pot Creamy Mac And Cheese Recipe

April 18, 2023 Post a Comment

Description

This Instant Pot Creamy Mac and Cheese Recipe is the perfect quick and easy meal for busy weeknights! It’s ready in just a few minutes and is sure to be a hit with the whole family. This recipe is perfect for creamy, cheesy mac and cheese that’s full of flavor. The Instant Pot ensures that the macaroni cooks to perfection and the cheese sauce is velvety and delicious. The addition of the spices and herbs give it a unique flavor that will make it stand out from the rest. Forget about the boxed mac and cheese and make this recipe for a delicious, homemade version that you won’t be able to get enough of!

Prep Time

This recipe doesn’t take much time to prepare. You’ll need to gather all of your ingredients and measure them out. You’ll also need to chop the onion and mince the garlic. From there, the prep time is just a few minutes and you’re ready to get cooking!

Cook Time

The cook time for this Instant Pot Creamy Mac and Cheese is just 8 minutes. That’s right, just 8 minutes! The Instant Pot ensures that the macaroni cooks perfectly and that the cheese sauce is velvety and delicious. You’ll be amazed at how quickly this meal comes together!

Ingredients

1 lb. elbow macaroni
2 cups chicken broth
1 small onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
3 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup milk
1/4 cup butter
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Start by adding the macaroni, chicken broth, onion, garlic, and butter to the Instant Pot. Give it a stir and secure the lid. Make sure the valve is set to sealing.

2. Select the “Manual” setting and set the timer to 8 minutes. When the timer is finished, let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes and then quick release the remaining pressure.

3. Carefully open the lid of the Instant Pot and add in the cheese, milk, garlic powder, onion powder and Italian seasoning. Stir until the cheese is melted and all of the ingredients are combined. Add salt and pepper to taste.

4. Serve the Instant Pot Creamy Mac and Cheese and enjoy!

Equipment

For this recipe, you will need an Instant Pot. You will also need measuring cups and spoons, a cutting board, and a knife for prepping the onion and garlic. You will also need a stirring spoon for stirring the ingredients.

Notes

This recipe can easily be made vegan by substituting the butter for vegan butter and the cheese for vegan cheese. You can also use gluten-free macaroni if you’d like.

Nutrition: Per Serving

Calories: 307
Fat: 16 g
Carbohydrates: 26 g
Protein: 14 g
Fiber: 2 g
Sugar: 4 g

Recipe Tips

If you’d like a bit of extra flavor, you can add a few tablespoons of hot sauce or Worcestershire sauce to the mac and cheese. You can also add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a bit of heat. If you’d like to add some vegetables to the dish, you can stir in some cooked broccoli, cauliflower, or spinach for a nutritious boost.

If you’d like a bit of crunch, you can sprinkle some crushed up crackers on top of the mac and cheese before serving. You can also top it with some crispy bacon for a delicious touch. The possibilities are endless!