Instant Pot Pasta and Meatballs

Name: Instant Pot Pasta and Meatballs
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 8 serving
Ingredients: 2 pounds frozen cooked meatballs*; 1 pound penne pasta; 3 cups water; 24 oz can crushed tomatoes; 8 oz can tomato sauce; 1 1/2 teaspoons Italian seasonings; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar; 1 teaspoon dried minced onion; 3 Tablespoons fresh basil leaves; 1 Tablespoon red wine vinegar; salt and pepper; freshly grated Parmesan cheese; fresh chopped parsley; crushed red pepper flakes

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Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings
8
Calories
547 kcal
Course
Main Course
Cuisine
Italian, American

Instant Pot Pasta and Meatballs

Camden Walton

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Instant Pot Pasta and Meatballs is one of my favorite busy weeknight dinners! Dump uncooked pasta, meatballs, and a simple sauce ingredients to the Instant Pot then minutes later dinner is on the table! This is a family meal staple everyone needs!

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Ingredients

Servings

2 pounds frozen cooked meatballs*
1 pound penne pasta
3 cups water
24 oz can crushed tomatoes
8 oz can tomato sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons Italian seasonings
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar
1 teaspoon dried minced onion
3 Tablespoons fresh basil leaves , chopped (or 2 tsp. dried)
1 Tablespoon red wine vinegar
salt and pepper
freshly grated Parmesan cheese , for topping
fresh chopped parsley , for garnish
crushed red pepper flakes , optional for garnish

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Instructions

DISCLAIMER: I developed and tested this recipe using my 6-QUART INSTANT POT DUO. If you’re using a larger IP or a newer brand you may need to add more liquid so that you don’t get a burn notice. (The new IP are much more sensitive). Refer to this article for more information on adapting recipes for your instant pot.
Layer ingredients in Instant Pot: Spray the bottom of the instant pot with nonstick cooking spray. Add frozen meatballs, then dry pasta, spreading into an even layer. Pour water over pasta. Add crushed tomatoes, seasonings and tomato sauce and gently tomato sauce and seasonings. Smooth the sauce to completely cover the noodles.
Cook on High Pressure (Manual) for 4-5 minutes (half the cook time listed on the box of pasta).
Do a controlled quick release when timer beeps. Stir. Allow to cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. Serve with fresh grated parmesan on top, and extra chopped fresh basil, if desired.

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Notes

Homemade Meatballs: prepare homemade meatball, but to cook, use the instant pot, on sauté setting, brown them lightly on all sides, in a little oil. You don't need to cook them all the way through. Continue with recipes steps as instructed, adding uncooked pasta, sauces, spices and water on top, and cooking at high pressure.
Spicy: use crushed fire roasted tomatoes instead of the crushed tomatoes, and add a dash of crushed red pepper flakes to the sauce.
Veggies: Stir in fresh spinach at the end of cooking.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 547kcal (27%) Carbohydrates 51g (17%) Protein 28g (56%) Fat 25g (38%) Saturated Fat 9g (45%) Cholesterol 81mg (27%) Sodium 332mg (14%) Potassium 809mg (23%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 6g (12%) Vitamin A 360IU (7%) Vitamin C 11.2mg (12%) Calcium 72mg (7%) Iron 3.3mg (18%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 547 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories	547kcal	27%
Carbohydrates	51g	17%
Protein	28g	56%
Fat	25g	38%
Saturated Fat	9g	45%
Cholesterol	81mg	27%
Sodium	332mg	14%
Potassium	809mg	17%
Fiber	4g	16%
Sugar	6g	12%
Vitamin A	360IU	7%
Vitamin C	11.2mg	12%
Calcium	72mg	7%
Iron	3.3mg	18%