Healthy Instant Pot Recipes For Kids
If you’re looking for a way to get your kids to eat more nutritious meals, you’re in luck. Instant Pots have quickly become a go-to kitchen appliance for busy parents who want to whip up a quick and healthy meal. With the right recipes, you can find plenty of kid-friendly dishes that can be made in no time. Here are some of our favorite healthy Instant Pot recipes for kids.
Creamy Macaroni and Cheese
Description: Mac and cheese is a classic comfort food that kids are sure to love. This Instant Pot version combines cream cheese, sharp cheddar, and parmesan to create a creamy and cheesy dish that will be a hit with the whole family.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Ingredients:
- 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Place the macaroni, chicken broth, and butter in the Instant Pot.
2. Secure the lid and make sure the valve is in the sealed position.
3. Cook on high pressure for 5 minutes.
4. Once the timer is done, quick release the pressure.
5. Remove the lid and stir in the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, parmesan cheese, and salt and pepper.
6. Stir until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy.
7. Serve and enjoy!
Equipment:
- Instant Pot
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- Wooden spoon
Notes:
- You can easily double the recipe to make more servings.
- If you want to give the macaroni and cheese a crunchy topping, you can top it with bread crumbs before serving.
Nutrition: Per Serving
- Calories: 478
- Fat: 29 g
- Saturated Fat: 17 g
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 17 g
Recipe Tips:
- You can easily customize this recipe by adding in some cooked vegetables or shredded chicken to make it a complete meal.
- If you want to make the sauce even creamier, you can add in some heavy cream or milk.
- For a cheesy topping, you can sprinkle some extra cheddar or parmesan cheese on top.
- If you like a little bit of spice, you can sprinkle some red pepper flakes on top.
Taco Soup
Description: This tasty taco soup is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. It’s loaded with ground beef, beans, tomatoes, peppers, and corn that are all cooked together in the Instant Pot for a flavor-packed dish.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 jalapeno, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
- 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15 ounce) can corn, drained and rinsed
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
- Optional toppings: sour cream, shredded cheese, avocado
Instructions:
1. Place the ground beef, onion, bell pepper, jalapeno, garlic, chili powder, cumin, oregano, paprika, salt, diced tomatoes, black beans, kidney beans, corn, and chicken broth in the Instant Pot.
2. Secure the lid and make sure the valve is in the sealed position.
3. Cook on high pressure for 25 minutes.
4. Once the timer is done, quick release the pressure.
5. Remove the lid and stir in the cilantro.
6. Serve with your favorite toppings and enjoy!
Equipment:
- Instant Pot
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- Wooden spoon
Notes:
- You can easily double the recipe to make more servings.
- If you want a spicier soup, you can add in some extra jalapenos or hot sauce.
- You can also add in some cooked chicken or shredded beef to make it a heartier meal.
Nutrition: Per Serving
- Calories: 397
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Carbohydrates: 47 g
- Fiber: 14 g
- Protein: 22 g
Recipe Tips:
- If you don’t have all the spices on hand, you can substitute with a taco seasoning packet.
- You can also add in some cooked rice or quinoa for a more filling meal.
- For a creamy topping, you can add some sour cream or Greek yogurt.
- You can also top with some shredded cheese, avocado, or salsa.
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