This collection gathers rice recipes suitable as sides, entrées, mains or desserts. Ideal for busy families or anyone seeking easy Instant Pot recipes that come together quickly.
Using a pressure cooker reduces active cooking time and lets you step away from the stove without constant stirring. It also holds heat well, so your food stays warm until you’re ready to serve.
If you’re short on time but still want homemade meals that taste great, try one of these Instant Pot rice recipes crafted for busy weeknights and family dinners.
Instant Pot Chicken Risotto is a standout. The pressure-cooker method delivers creamy risotto without the need to stand and stir for ages—once you try it, the stovetop method may feel obsolete.
Instant Pot Stuffed Bell Peppers are a blog favorite. They require no oven and cook in minutes under pressure for a satisfying, saucy dinner.
If stuffing peppers sounds like too much work, try Instant Pot Stuffed Pepper Soup for the same flavors in a comforting, spoonable form.
Instant Pot Stuffed Tomatoes make an impressive entrée and can be prepped ahead. They take only 2 minutes under pressure for tender, flavorful results.
Finish dinner with a comforting serving of Instant Pot Rice Pudding. With quick prep and about 5 minutes under pressure, it’s an easy dessert any night of the week.
Instant Pot Zucchini Mushroom Risotto is a meat-free risotto that works as a main, side or entrée. It’s another no-stir, quick option perfect for weeknights.
Instant Pot Fried Rice is a flavorful side that can also be turned into a meat-free main. It’s quick to prepare and adaptable to whatever vegetables or proteins you have on hand.
Instant Pot Coconut Rice makes a fragrant, slightly sweet side that pairs beautifully with curries, chicken, fish and many other mains. It’s simple and fast to prepare.
Note:
The pressure cooker must come to pressure before the timed cooking begins. This warm-up varies by recipe and by cooker; in most of the author’s tests with a 6-quart Instant Pot it was about 10 minutes. That pre-pressurizing time is similar to preheating an oven and is not included in the stated cook time for recipes.
Recipes are tested multiple times and the approximate times are given so you can plan meals accurately. Keep the pre-pressurizing interval in mind when scheduling dinner.