5.0 from 6 votes
Instant Pot Mac and Cheese
This creamy Instant Pot Mac and Cheese cooks in just 5 minutes with only ONE pot to clean! It's easy to customize by adding chicken and/or bacon as well!
Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Preheat Time
15 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 8
Calories: 277 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 1 lb. elbow macaroni pasta
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 teaspoons dry mustard
- ½ teaspoon seasoned salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 2 Tablespoons butter
- 3 cups shredded cheese a mix of cheddar & mozzarella works well
- 1 cup whole milk
- parsley to garnish
Instructions
- Set the shredded cheese, butter, and milk aside at room temperature, they shouldn't be cold when added to the macaroni.
- Add the chicken broth and seasonings to the Instant Pot and mix until well combined. Pour in the macaroni. Secure the cover and ensure the quick release valve is closed.
- Pressure cook for 5 minutes and flip the quick release valve when finished to allow the steam to escape and slow down the cooking process.
- Stir in the butter, cheese, and milk, until well-combined.
- Sprinkle with parsley and serve!
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Notes
- This can be stored in the refrigerator for 3-5 days. You can also freeze it in an airtight container, it's best if used within 3 months.
- Cheese Options to Use:
- Cheddar
- White Cheddar
- Mozzarella
- Smoked Gouda
- Gorgonzola
- Gruyere
- Monterey Jack
- Velveeta
Nutrition Information
Calories
277kcal
(14%)
Carbohydrates
20g
(7%)
Protein
14g
(28%)
Fat
15g
(23%)
Saturated Fat
8g
(40%)
Cholesterol
47mg
(16%)
Sodium
877mg
(37%)
Potassium
195mg
(6%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
450IU
(9%)
Vitamin C
8.3mg
(9%)
Calcium
256mg
(26%)
Iron
0.7mg
(4%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 277
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 277kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 20g | 7% |
| Protein | 14g | 28% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Cholesterol | 47mg | 16% |
| Sodium | 877mg | 37% |
| Potassium | 195mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 450IU | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 8.3mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 256mg | 26% |
| Iron | 0.7mg | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.