Winter is a great time to bust out your Instant Pot and make some cozy comfort food! You’ll love these delicious winter dinners.
Instant Pot Winter Dinner Ideas
Whether you’re a fan of winter or not, you can’t deny this season has some of the best food! Comfort food classics, warming soups and chilis, and hearty roasts are all amazing. And while we’re often spending more time at home this time of the year, that doesn’t need to translate to you spending more time in the kitchen. The Instant Pot is awesome for making winter recipes! I rounded up my very best Instant Pot winter dinner ideas that you’ll make over and over again.
Looking for some cozy date night recipes? Try these Instant Pot Valentine’s Day recipes instead!
Beef & Pork Recipes
Whenever I’m craving comfort food in the winter, I almost always gravitate to one of these meat recipes. They’re great for curling up with on a cold night.
Instant Pot Beef Tips {Ultra Tender}
40 minutes
These Instant Pot Beef Tips are super tender and covered in a rich, flavourful gravy. Serve over mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
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Calories: 402kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 54mg | Sodium: 570mg | Potassium: 952mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin C: 34mg | Calcium: 46mg | Iron: 3mg
The Ultimate Instant Pot Chili
30 minutes
This is the Ultimate Instant Pot Chili! Made with ground beef, lots of beans, green chilies and spices, it’s ready in just 30 minutes.
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Calories: 417kcal | Carbohydrates: 58g | Protein: 36g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 47mg | Sodium: 566mg | Potassium: 1602mg | Fiber: 19g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 1008IU | Vitamin C: 32mg | Calcium: 148mg | Iron: 9mg
Instant Pot Vegetable Beef Soup
30 minutes
This Instant Pot Vegetable Beef Soup is a hearty, comforting soup made easy thanks to frozen veggies – it's the perfect dump dinner!
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Calories: 381kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 54mg | Sodium: 738mg | Potassium: 1122mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 6593IU | Vitamin C: 38mg | Calcium: 119mg | Iron: 5mg
Instant Pot Salisbury Steak {30-Minute Meal}
25 minutes
This delicious and easy Instant Pot Salisbury Steak is ready in just 30 minutes – serve it with mashed potatoes and a creamy mushroom gravy!
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Calories: 522kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 36g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 17g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 130mg | Sodium: 1898mg | Potassium: 764mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 307IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 93mg | Iron: 4mg
Instant Pot Beef Bourguignon {So Tender!}
1 hour 5 minutes
This Instant Pot Beef Bourguignon is a hearty and comforting dish with a rich gravy and tender, melt in your mouth meat.
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Calories: 466kcal | Carbohydrates: 60g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 94mg | Sodium: 488mg | Potassium: 1021mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 5219IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 69mg | Iron: 4mg
Easy Instant Pot Lasagna
40 minutes
This Easy Instant Pot Lasagna is like a lazy lasagna – you’ll sauté the ground beef and layer the noodles right in the pot!
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Calories: 541kcal | Carbohydrates: 65g | Protein: 36g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 83mg | Sodium: 642mg | Potassium: 840mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 1600IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 227mg | Iron: 4mg
Cheesiest Instant Pot Hamburger Helper
30 minutes
This is the Cheesiest Instant Pot Hamburger Helper recipe! All you need is pasta, ground beef, diced tomatoes, cheese and veggies.
Calories: 503kcal | Carbohydrates: 61g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 67mg | Sodium: 481mg | Potassium: 598mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 322IU | Vitamin C: 18mg | Calcium: 182mg | Iron: 3mg
Instant Pot Pork Chops {+ Mushroom Gravy}
50 minutes
These easy Instant Pot Pork Chops are so juicy with a delicious mushroom gravy – add some mashed potatoes and they're perfect for meal prep!
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Calories: 495kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 53g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 162mg | Sodium: 1145mg | Potassium: 1167mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 133IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 49mg | Iron: 2mg
Instant Pot Gumbo {Super Easy}
45 minutes
This Instant Pot Gumbo with sausage and shrimp is made with Cajun spices in a rich tomato and bell pepper based broth, served with rice.Â
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Calories: 453kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 185mg | Sodium: 897mg | Potassium: 565mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1581IU | Vitamin C: 33mg | Calcium: 147mg | Iron: 4mg
Chicken & Turkey Recipes
Poultry is a go-to for any season but these recipes are the best for the colder months! Make chili, pot pie, and other classics.
Instant Pot Whole Chicken
45 minutes
This is the Easiest Instant Pot Whole Chicken ever! The spice rub is super flavourful and you can cook the veggies at the same time.
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Calories: 417kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 109mg | Sodium: 152mg | Potassium: 751mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 8993IU | Vitamin C: 19mg | Calcium: 51mg | Iron: 2mg
Instant Pot Chicken Pot Pie
45 minutes
This Instant Pot Chicken Pot Pie is a faster way to make pot pie filling and is finished off in the oven with puff pastry.
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Calories: 510kcal | Carbohydrates: 51g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 796mg | Potassium: 903mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 9958IU | Vitamin C: 36mg | Calcium: 77mg | Iron: 3mg
Instant Pot Chicken Cacciatore
30 minutes
This Instant Pot Chicken Cacciatore is a comfort food classic. It’s loaded with chicken and vegetables in tomato sauce and served over pasta.
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Calories: 503kcal | Carbohydrates: 69g | Protein: 37g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 752mg | Potassium: 1244mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 2904IU | Vitamin C: 38mg | Calcium: 54mg | Iron: 3mg
Instant Pot Chicken Parmesan
30 minutes
This Instant Pot Chicken Parmesan is a super easy way to make your favourite comfort food – it’s ready in one pot in less than 30 minutes!
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Calories: 552kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 51g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 131mg | Sodium: 1019mg | Potassium: 1191mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 771IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 186mg | Iron: 3mg
Creamiest Instant Pot Chicken and Rice
30 minutes
This Instant Pot Chicken and Rice is super creamy and delicious – no soup can required! Just add frozen veggies, sour cream and cheese.
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Calories: 384kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 78mg | Sodium: 566mg | Potassium: 579mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 3411IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 193mg | Iron: 1mg
Instant Pot Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole
30 minutes
This Instant Pot Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole offers a healthier spin on the comfort food favourite and is ready in just 30 minutes.
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Calories: 492kcal | Carbohydrates: 51g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 707mg | Potassium: 409mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 550IU | Vitamin C: 32.2mg | Calcium: 290mg | Iron: 1.4mg
Instant Pot White Chicken Chili
40 minutes
This Instant Pot White Chicken Chili is a delicious spin on the classic made with green chilis, white beans and shredded chicken!
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Calories: 300kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 61mg | Sodium: 916mg | Potassium: 417mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Vitamin C: 4.1mg | Calcium: 60mg | Iron: 2.2mg
Instant Pot Turkey Chili {Healthy + Easy}
30 minutes
This Instant Pot Turkey Chili is a comfort food classic made healthier thanks to lean ground turkey. This classic dish is ready in just 30 minutes!
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Calories: 255kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 42mg | Sodium: 290mg | Potassium: 941mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 544IU | Vitamin C: 39mg | Calcium: 96mg | Iron: 4mg
Instant Pot Turkey Breast
35 minutes
This is the Juiciest Instant Pot Turkey Breast! You can make gravy from the drippings right in the same pot in 30 minutes.
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Calories: 358kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 46g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 129mg | Sodium: 878mg | Potassium: 128mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 559IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 1mg
Vegetarian Recipes
These recipes are proof that you don’t need meat to make hearty meals for winter! Try soups, mac and cheese, and even a chickpea curry!
Instant Pot Broccoli Cheddar Soup {Panera Copycat}
40 minutes
This Instant Pot Broccoli Cheddar Soup tastes just like Panera Bread’s. It’s a delicious and creamy soup that also freezes well.
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Calories: 279kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 44mg | Sodium: 925mg | Potassium: 888mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 3431IU | Vitamin C: 191mg | Calcium: 364mg | Iron: 2mg
The Best Instant Pot Minestrone Soup
30 minutes
This is the Best Instant Pot Minestrone Soup! It’s made with a tomato-based broth that gets extra flavour from a parmesan cheese rind.
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Calories: 446kcal | Carbohydrates: 82g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 676mg | Potassium: 1181mg | Fiber: 18g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 5288IU | Vitamin C: 18mg | Calcium: 124mg | Iron: 7mg
Instant Pot Cabbage Soup
30 minutes
This Instant Pot Cabbage Soup is full of veggies and antioxidants, making it a nutrient-rich meal that is perfect for a healthy diet!
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Calories: 185kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 1061mg | Potassium: 872mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 7277IU | Vitamin C: 83mg | Calcium: 153mg | Iron: 3mg
The Creamiest Instant Pot Mac and Cheese
25 minutes
This is the Creamiest Instant Pot Mac and Cheese on the internet! It’s loaded with three kinds of cheese and a few secret ingredients.
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Calories: 620kcal | Carbohydrates: 59g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Cholesterol: 85mg | Sodium: 1022mg | Potassium: 357mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 815IU | Vitamin C: 9.6mg | Calcium: 493mg | Iron: 1.7mg
Instant Pot Spinach Artichoke Pasta {15-Minute Meal}
15 minutes
This creamy Instant Pot Spinach Artichoke Pasta is a delicious twist on the classic dip – best of all, it takes only 15 minutes!
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Calories: 456kcal | Carbohydrates: 68g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 21mg | Sodium: 1008mg | Potassium: 461mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 1203IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 285mg | Iron: 1mg
Instant Pot Chickpea Curry {Vegan}
25 minutes
This Instant Pot Chickpea Curry with coconut milk is a healthy one-pot vegan meal made using pantry staples – it’s great for meal prep!
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Calories: 587kcal | Carbohydrates: 78g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 20g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 581mg | Potassium: 862mg | Fiber: 14g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 11200IU | Vitamin C: 146mg | Calcium: 200mg | Iron: 8.3mg
Instant Pot Mushroom Risotto
30 minutes
This Instant Pot Mushroom Risotto is a rich and creamy dish made easy thanks to the pressure cooker – plus, it’s made with regular white rice!
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Calories: 391kcal | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 807mg | Potassium: 503mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 458IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 326mg | Iron: 1mg
