Instant Pot Spaghetti and Meatballs
Instant Pot Spaghetti and Meatballs is a quick and flavorful one-pot meal that brings the taste of Italy to your table in just 30 minutes. This comforting dish features tender spaghetti intertwined with juicy meatballs, all enveloped in a rich marinara sauce. It’s perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, promising to impress with minimal effort. Enjoy every bite of this hearty classic that transforms dinnertime into a delightful experience!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti (whole wheat or regular)
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (plain or Italian seasoned)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 24 oz marinara sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, egg, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until just combined.
- Roll the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs (about two tablespoons each).
- Set your Instant Pot to sauté mode and add olive oil. Once hot, brown half of the meatballs for about three minutes on each side. Remove and set aside.
- Pour marinara sauce into the pot and add spaghetti (broken in half if needed). Stir gently.
- Place browned meatballs on top of the spaghetti and pour one cup of water over everything.
- Close the lid securely and set to pressure cook on high for eight minutes.
- Perform a quick release of steam once cooking is complete. Serve immediately with extra Parmesan.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - For enhanced flavor, sear all sides of the meatballs before adding them back to the pot. - Substitute ground beef with turkey or plant-based alternatives for a lighter option. - Incorporate vegetables like spinach or bell peppers into the dish for added nutrition.