Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes
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Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes
Description
Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes combine peeled russet potatoes cooked under pressure with chicken broth and water, which infuses subtle savory flavor while reducing cooking time. After pressure cooking and draining, the potatoes are mashed with sour cream, butter, and heavy cream to achieve a rich and creamy consistency. The salt and black pepper season the dish for balance, and garnishing with fresh chives and extra pats of butter adds a mild onion aroma and luscious finish. This method creates tender potatoes with smoothness and a comforting mouthfeel.
The texture allows for versatile serving options alongside meat or vegetables and works well in meals needing a hearty mashed potato base. The richness from sour cream and cream adds depth beyond simple boiled potatoes, contributing to a satisfying side to complement different main courses.
The recipe suggests using reduced sodium chicken broth for control over saltiness. A quick pressure release helps keep the cooking efficient. Adjusting the amount of heavy cream or milk can fine-tune the texture to personal preference.
Ingredients
- 5 lbs. russet potato peeled
- 3 cups chicken broth reduced sodium
- 3 cups water just enough to cover the potatoes
- 2 tsp kosher salt divided
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup butter unsalted
- 1/3 cup heavy whipping cream or more, depending on the texture you want, or whole milk
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- chives for garnish, chopped fresh
- butter for garnish, additional pats
Instructions
- Quarter potatoes and add to pot. Cover with chicken broth and water. Add 1 tsp of the salt and secure lid, making sure it’s set to “sealing”.
PRESSURE COOK
- Select manual/pressure cook and use the +/- buttons to set the timer for 12 minutes.
- Once pressure cooking is finished, perform a quick release by carefully moving to valve to “venting”.
DRAIN AND MASH
- Drain potatoes, then return to inner pot. Add remaining 1 tsp salt, black pepper, sour cream, butter, and heavy cream. Use a potato masher/hand mixer and mash until potatoes have reached desired consistency.
SERVE
- Serve topped with additional pats of butter and sprinkled with chives and a pinch of black pepper.
Notes
- A slow cooker version is available for making mashed potatoes with a gentler cooking method.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 10servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 306 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 306kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 42g | 14% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Cholesterol | 39mg | 13% |
| Sodium | 1097mg | 46% |
| Potassium | 1019mg | 22% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 448IU | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 18mg | 20% |
| Calcium | 52mg | 5% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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