20 Instant Pot Adapted Recipes From Famous Chefs (2024)

From Jamie Oliver pressure cooker recipes to Julia Child's classics, you too can cook like a famous chef or your favorite cookbook author with these deliciously recipes specially made for your Instant Pot.

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In this roundup, we've collected Instant Pot adapted recipes originally created by famous chefs and your favorite cookbook authors. We've got recipes from Jamie Olive, Wolfgang Puck, Julia Child, Nigella Lawson, and Thomas Keller just to name a few.

Some dishes came from these chefs Instant Pot ready while other recipes were recreated and tested by our food blogger friends around the world. Just saying 'Pot Roast' sounds boring, but saying 'Pioneer Woman Pot Roast' sounds like you got some street credit to back you up.

These amazing, classic dishes should not be forgotten just because they're not originally cooked with a pressure cooker. Get inspired and try out these impressive yet easy recipes with your Instant Pot.

Julia Child: Instant Pot Beef Bourguignon

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Did you love the movie, Julie & Julia? Didn't it make you want to be Julie, mastering classic Julia Child dishes? Beef Bourguignon is a renowned classic for a reason. Drinking a glass of wine while preparing it will help you channel your inner Julia. Recipe from Cafe Delites.

Jamie Oliver: Thai Roasted Chicken in Coconut Milk

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Do milk and your tummy not agree? If not then you probably don't even have milk in the fridge. Try some coconut milk with this popular recipe and get a succulent, flavorful roasted chicken that is perfect for dinner. It's Jamie Oliver inspired but with a twist. Recipe from Kevin is Cooking.

Gordon Ramsay: Pressure Cooker Lamb Shanks

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This Gordon Ramsay inspired pressure cooker lamb shanks recipe is packed with bold flavors and they’re fall-off-the-bone tender! You are truly missing out if this is not on your week's dinner menu. Recipe from The Foodie Eats.

Thomas Keller: Pot-au-Feu

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Simmering meats and vegetables until tender is as old as human history itself. Yet, put a French name pot-au-feu to it and it can intimidate the best of cooks. Don't let this stop you! Instead, let your Instant Pot help you welcome the challenge without a flinch. By the way, this dish is what made boiled beef a French classic in American. Recipe from Serious Eats.

Giada De Laurentiis: Instant Pot Turkey Bolognese

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No matter how wonderful the aroma is, you have better things to do than watch something simmer for hours. This hearty bolognese comes together in under an hour in your pressure cooker and is brought to you with a smile from Giada. Recipe from Giadzy.

Ina Garten: Instant Pot Red Wine Braised Short Ribs

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Polenta is comfort food but even more comforting is topping them off with short ribs braised in red wine and Guinness. That's right! Red wine and Guinness! Perfect for the colder season. It is a simple, sophisticated recipe that's rich and flavorful. Recipe from Paint the Kitchen Red.

Nigella Lawson:Instant Pot Kedgeree

What is Kedgeree? It is an Anglo-Indian dish of gently spiced fish, rice, and eggs. It is usually made with smoked fish but salmon fillets work too. It's a great healthy high-protein meal and yes, you can make it in the Instant Pot. Recipe from Every Nook & Cranny.

Chrissy Teigen: Sweet and Salty Instant Pot Coconut Rice

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Sweet and salty coconut rice from Chrissy Teigen has been the talk of the Internet for some time now. This recipe will show you how to make it in your Instant Pot. Recipe from Ally's Cooking.

Mario Batali: Pressure Cooker Dirty Water Hotdogs (New York Hot Dogs)

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NYC hotdogs are iconic for any native city dweller. These dirty water hotdogs are reminiscent of all those pushcart street vendors. Where the vendors add new hotdogs to the water in their carts, without changing the water. Hence the term “Dirty Water Hotdogs.” This is Mario Batali's recipe for the Instant Pot. Recipe from This Old Gal.

This Mexican-inspired Instant Pot corn soup is made with healthy ingredients, flavourful spices, lime and a little chipotle for a smoky, chili kick. It’s gluten-free and vegetarian-friendly and can be made completely plant-based by using coconut yoghurt when serving. It's inspired by an Ottolenghi recipe. Recipe from Instant Pot Eats.

Yotam Ottolenghi #2: Instant Pot Curried Coconut Lentil Soup

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This curried coconut lentil soup is so vibrant with color and is so creamy delicious! It's perfect to keep you warm and filled to close out the winter and welcome the spring. Another Yotam Ottolenghi inspired gem! Recipe from Table for Two.

Rachel Ray: Buffalo Chicken Chili

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Do you LOVE buffalo chicken wings? Well, you will love this healthy buffalo chicken chili adapted from Rachel Ray's recipe where things are sealed with ½ cup of crumbled blue cheese to melt to perfection in your warm hearty bowl. Recipe from iFOODreal.

Rachel Ray #2: Instant Pot Pepper Noodles

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The inspiration for this Pepper Noodles dish comes from Rachael Ray’s TinglySzechuan Pepper Beef Noodles. But what's even better with this version, it's all in one pot, the Instant Pot. The thin spaghetti is tossed with tamari, pepper, ground sausage, and shredded cabbage for an easy one-pot meal with a lot of flare. To give it some extra kick drizzle sriracha on top. Recipe from 365 Days of Slow + Pressure Cooking.

Martha Stewart: Instant Pot Beef Stew With Dijon & Tomato

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Dijon mustard unites beef chuck, onions, mushrooms, carrots, and tomatoes in this glorious show-stopping beef stew. Serve with mashed potatoes or crusty bread, some greens, and a bottle of red wine... maybe try Cabernet or Zinfandel. Recipe fromFood52.

Author Notes: Recipe reprinted from Martha Stewart's Pressure Cooker: 100+ Fabulous New Recipes for the Pressure Cooker, Multicooker, and Instant Pot®. Copyright © 2018 by Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia. Photograph copyright © 2018 by Marcus Nilsson. Published by Clarkson Potter/Publishers, an imprint of Penguin Random House LLC.

Ree Drummond (The Pioneer Woman): Instant Pot Pot Roast

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Have you noticed Instant Pot got a little makeover with the help of The Pioneer Woman? It's like it got a new dress with lipstick and heels. Ree Drummond didn't leave it just there to look pretty. She got busy in the kitchen with an Instant Pot Perfect Pot Roast. Recipe fromThe Pioneer Woman.

Wolfgang Puck: Pressure Cooker Chicken Enchiladas

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Are you so busy, you just skimmed through this list of recipes? And so busy you realized that you forgot the chicken in the freezer. Well, this final dish is perfect for you. You probably have all the ingredients in your pantry right now to make this Wolfgang inspired chicken enchilada. Recipe from This Old Gal.

Are you ready to eat like a famous chef? Who's your favorite chef or cookbook author? Let us know!

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Is Instant Pot made in China? ›

Yes, Instant Pots are manufactured in China, though it is a Canadian company. Researching this question leads to many rabbit holes, but the Instant Pot live chat team and the branding on the packaging answer the question definitively.

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Do professional chefs use Instant Pot? ›

Despite its popularity in professional kitchens, a pressure cooker is rarely featured on cooking shows. But that doesn't mean celebrity chefs don't appreciate their value. In fact, many renowned chefs have sung the praises of pressure cookers.

Which is better, an Instant Pot or a pressure cooker? ›

If you're a tech-savvy home chef looking for versatility and convenience, the Instant Pot might be your ideal match. However, if you value time-tested reliability, durability, and a focus on the art of pressure cooking, a classic pressure cooker could be your perfect culinary companion.

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Is an Instant Pot as good as a rice cooker? ›

The Instant Pot cooks rice fine for most people, though the grains don't come out as fluffy and light as they do from a high-end rice cooker like our top pick, the Zojirushi Neuro Fuzzy Rice Cooker & Warmer NS-ZCC10. Rice aficionados might want to keep their rice cookers, especially for cooking sushi-grade grains.

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What model of Instant Pot is being recalled? ›

The recall was announced on March 1, 2018 for the “Instant Pot Gem 65 8-in-1 Multicookers” after at least 107 reports involving overheating, including 5 incidents that caused property damage. The problem is caused by a manufacturing defect that allows that cooker to overheat and melt on the underside of the unit.

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Is Instant Pot owned by Pyrex? ›

Under different ownership after last year's bankruptcy, the popular multicooker is no longer part of the appliance conglomerate that owns Pyrex and Corelle.

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What is the disadvantage of Instant Pot? ›

Con– The Instant Pot uses steam under pressure to cook food and not everything is meant to be cooked in the Instant Pot. I attempted a crustless quiche which turned out well but it was too wet and moist to my liking and I prefer to cook it in the oven with dry heat.

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Is Instant Pot better than a CrockPot? ›

If you are interested primarily in slow cooking, you should buy a dedicated slow cooker. They're more reliable with a range of slow-cooker recipes than an Instant Pot. We found Instant Pot multicookers specifically could not successfully slow-cook dense, high-volume recipes such as beef stew or pot roast.

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Are Instapots better than air fryers? ›

Cooking times: Instant Pots can often prepare food more quickly than air fryers. Food choices: Although both small kitchen appliances can prepare a wide range of foods, Instant Pots offer more recipe options. Ease of use: Air fryers are good for beginners, while Instant Pots have a learning curve.

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Why did Instant Pot go out of business? ›

“In particular, tightening of credit terms and higher interest rates impacted our liquidity levels and made our capital structure unsustainable,” Mr. Gadbois said. Instant Brands said in a statement on Wednesday that the new financing would allow the company to continue paying workers, vendors and suppliers.

How long do Instant Pots last? ›

If you're using your pressure cooker on a daily basis and investing in regular maintenance, it may last you up to five years. On average, though, most pressure cookers perform well for up to three years. After that, it's time to consider investing in a replacement.

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What is the largest size Instant Pot? ›

Instant Pots come in 3-, 6-, 8-, and 10-quart sizes. 3-quart Instant Pots work best for singles or couples, the 5-quart serves three to five people, and the 8-quart will easily cook for six or more. The 10-quart can take on tasks like batch cooking or even a whole ham, so there's plenty of literal room to experiment.

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Is there an Instant Pot made in the USA? ›

Where Is Instant Pot Made? The short answer to this question: Instant Pot is made in China by one of the premiere pressure cooker manufacturing plants. It was however designed by Canadians and although it is usually found in 110v it can also be found in electrical configurations for the European 220v market.

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Which country made Instant Pot? ›

The Instant Pot is a Canadian brand of multicookers. The multicookers are electronically controlled, combined pressure cookers and slow cookers.

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Is Hot Pot originally from China? ›

Hot Pot has many forms and and each has its own beginnings. While some may say its a Korean invention, records show that it started in China. Hot pot is a Chinese cooking method where different types of food stuffs and ingredients are placed in a large pot of simmering soup broth at the dinner table.

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What's happening with Instant Pot? ›

Since sales surged during the pandemic, Instant Brands has struggled to find new fans for its beloved Instant Pot and other products. Drop in some ground beef, onions, bell peppers, tomatoes and spices.

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