Instant Pot Mushroom Risotto
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Course
Side Dish, Main Course
Instant Pot Mushroom Risotto
Description
Instant Pot Mushroom Risotto uses butter to saute garlic, onion, and thinly sliced cremini mushrooms until softened and aromatic. Arborio rice is then combined with chicken broth and dried thyme before being cooked at high pressure in the Instant Pot. The quick-release method prevents overcooking, preserving a tender but creamy rice texture. Baby spinach and thawed peas are stirred in after cooking to retain their vibrancy and mild flavor. Parmesan cheese and additional butter create a rich, cohesive finish.
This risotto offers a balanced mushroom flavor with herbal hints and a creamy mouthfeel typical of well-made risotto, achieved here through pressure cooking rather than continuous stirring. The dish is ready to serve immediately and pairs well with simple proteins or as a standalone meal.
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons butter divided, unsalted
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 onion diced
- 8 ounces cremini mushrooms thinly sliced
- salt to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
- black pepper to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup arborio rice
- ¼ teaspoon thyme dried
- 2 cups baby spinach
- ¾ cup peas thawed, frozen
- ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese freshly grated
Instructions
- Set a 6-qt Instant Pot® to the high saute setting. Melt 2 tablespoons butter; add garlic and onion, and cook, stirring often, until onions have become translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add mushrooms and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 3-4 minutes; season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Stir in chicken broth, rice and thyme. Select manual setting; adjust pressure to high, and set time for 6 minutes. When finished cooking, quick-release pressure according to manufacturer’s directions.
- Stir in spinach and remaining 2 tablespoons butter until the spinach has wilted, about 2 minutes. Stir in peas and Parmesan until heated through, about 30 seconds to 1 minute.
- Serve immediately.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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