Planning on a date night at home this Valentine’s Day? Try these easy Instant Pot recipes for appetizers, mains, and, of course, dessert!
Instant Pot Valentine’s Day Recipes
Ditch the expensive reservations and spend Valentine’s Day at home this year! You can still indulge in restaurant-quality dishes and thanks to the Instant Pot, making them at home couldn’t be easier. I’ve included appetizers, sides, mains, and dessert for you to make your own three-course meal! You can also use these romantic recipes when you’re celebrating an anniversary or having an intimate date night at home.
Instant Pot Appetizers and Sides
Kick the night off by sharing one of these easy appetizers or sides! They’re the perfect starter to any romantic dinner.
Instant Pot Artichokes + Creamy Garlic Dip
40 minutes
These Instant Pot Artichokes are so easy to make, served with a creamy garlic sauce for dipping. They’re ready in just 30 minutes!
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Calories: 132kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 279mg | Potassium: 494mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 126IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 102mg | Iron: 2mg
Instant Pot Frozen Meatballs
15 minutes
These Instant Pot Frozen Meatballs are so easy to make and they come together in just 15 minutes – read on for ideas on how to use them!
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Calories: 76kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 303mg | Potassium: 86mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 91IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 1mg
The Easiest Instant Pot Hummus
20 minutes
This is the Easiest Instant Pot Hummus! All you need are canned chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice and garlic – it's ready in minutes!
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Calories: 162kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 243mg | Potassium: 143mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 19IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 39mg | Iron: 1mg
Korean-Inspired Instant Pot Short Ribs
1 hour 20 minutes
These Korean-Inspired Instant Pot Short Ribs are made with the most flavourful marinade. Serve them as lettuce wraps with sesame slaw!
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Calories: 485kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 52g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 143mg | Sodium: 996mg | Potassium: 928mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 3950IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 62mg | Iron: 5mg
Instant Pot Beets {+ Beet Salad}
30 minutes
These Instant Pot Beets turn out perfectly every time. Use the beets to make a tasty salad with arugula, goat cheese and candied walnuts!
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Calories: 339kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 21mg | Sodium: 247mg | Potassium: 433mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 888IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 107mg | Iron: 2mg
Easy Instant Pot Baby Potatoes
30 minutes
These Easy Instant Pot Potatoes are seasoned with garlic, paprika, thyme and chili powder. They’re simple to make and ready in just 2 minutes!
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Calories: 159kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 43mg | Potassium: 734mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Vitamin C: 34mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 1mg
Creamy Instant Pot Scalloped Potatoes
45 minutes
These Instant Pot Scalloped Potatoes are super cheesy, creamy and delicious – all you need is a cake pan to cook this easy holiday side dish!
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Calories: 182kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 26mg | Sodium: 279mg | Potassium: 432mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 280IU | Vitamin C: 18mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 1mg
Instant Pot Valentine’s Day Dinners
Date night in calls for one of these effortless but delicious dinners! You’re going to fall in love with whichever one you choose.
Instant Pot Chicken Marsala
30 minutes
This Instant Pot Chicken Marsala is a creamy mushroom and chicken dish with lots of rich flavours thanks to the marsala wine.
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Calories: 394kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 41g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 127mg | Sodium: 344mg | Potassium: 1118mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 250IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 2mg
Instant Pot Tuscan Chicken
30 minutes
This Instant Pot Tuscan Chicken is so tender and juicy, filled with spinach, sundried tomatoes and basil in a light cream sauce.
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Calories: 494kcal | Carbohydrates: 61g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 80mg | Sodium: 381mg | Potassium: 701mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1404IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 196mg | Iron: 2mg
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
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
Easy Instant Pot Lasagna Soup
30 minutes
This Easy Instant Pot Lasagna Soup is a comforting and delicious one pot dinner idea that’s ready in less than 30 minutes.
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Calories: 502kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 78mg | Sodium: 999mg | Potassium: 624mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 6350IU | Vitamin C: 18.2mg | Calcium: 320mg | Iron: 4.3mg
Lighter Instant Pot Chicken Alfredo
30 minutes
This Lighter Instant Pot Chicken Alfredo is a healthier version of the classic pasta dish with half the cream and mushrooms for extra veggies.
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Calories: 386kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 76mg | Sodium: 959mg | Potassium: 185mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 350IU | Vitamin C: 0.8mg | Calcium: 210mg | Iron: 2mg
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 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 French Dip
1 hour
This Instant Pot French Dip is stuffed with tender beef and provolone cheese in a fresh mini baguette dipped in a delectable au jus.
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Calories: 535kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 37g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 110mg | Sodium: 1641mg | Potassium: 746mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 249IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 117mg | Iron: 6mg
Instant Pot Shrimp Scampi
30 minutes
This Instant Pot Shrimp Scampi is ready in 30 minutes! The frozen shrimp, pasta and creamy butter sauce cook together at the same time.
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Calories: 508kcal | Carbohydrates: 65g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 211mg | Sodium: 1596mg | Potassium: 459mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 610IU | Vitamin C: 36mg | Calcium: 245mg | Iron: 4mg
Instant Pot Italian Wedding Soup
40 minutes
This Instant Pot Italian Wedding Soup is a hearty soup with meatballs, parmesan and a rich broth made easy thanks to your pressure cooker!
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Calories: 382kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 88mg | Sodium: 1161mg | Potassium: 647mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 4540IU | Vitamin C: 24mg | Calcium: 196mg | Iron: 3mg
Instant Pot Acorn Squash {Stuffed Acorn Squash}
45 minutes
This Instant Pot Acorn Squash is stuffed with turkey sausage, red pepper, red onion and kale for a healthy and festive fall dinner idea!
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Calories: 283kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 62mg | Sodium: 79mg | Potassium: 1309mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 3425IU | Vitamin C: 84.6mg | Calcium: 130mg | Iron: 3.2mg
Instant Pot Desserts
You can’t forget dessert on Valentine’s Day! You can make everything from a cheesecake to a creme brulee in the Instant Pot for your sweetheart.
Healthier Instant Pot Cheesecake
2 hours
This Healthier Instant Pot Cheesecake is so easy to make using a springform pan. It’s made lighter with Greek yogurt and honey!
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Calories: 161kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 62mg | Sodium: 199mg | Potassium: 116mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 304IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 61mg | Iron: 1mg
Instant Pot Apple Crisp
30 minutes
This Instant Pot Apple Crisp is a delicious and classic fall dessert made easy in your pressure cooker – the apples are so tender!
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Calories: 289kcal | Carbohydrates: 65g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 26mg | Potassium: 271mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 38g | Vitamin A: 111IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 43mg | Iron: 2mg
Instant Pot Rice Pudding {Thick + Creamy}
30 minutes
This Instant Pot Rice Pudding is a deliciously creamy and easy dessert! All you need is white rice, milk, sugar and vanilla.
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Calories: 205kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 55mg | Sodium: 31mg | Potassium: 112mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 164IU | Calcium: 81mg | Iron: 1mg
Instant Pot Better Than Sex Chocolate Lava Cake via Adventures of a Nurse
Instant Pot Lava Cake is an ooey, gooey, chocolatey dessert that will make you weak in the knees! After eating it you have no words it is so good. That is how I felt after eating Instant Pot Better Than Sex Chocolate Lava Cake.
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Heavenly Instant Pot Creme Brulee via Amy + Jacky
Melt-in-your-Mouth Creme Brulee with 5 simple ingredients! Heavenly smooth, divinely tasting cream with crackable caramel. A satisfying taste of heaven – so dangerously good!
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