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These Healthy Instant Pot Recipes for Meal Prep are the easiest way to cook during the work week. Dump in your ingredients and press start!
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Healthy Instant Pot Recipes
If you haven’t already bought an Instant Pot, this is your sign to go out and grab one (theInstant Pot DUO Plus 60is the version I use by the way). It’s going to become a game-changer when it comes to healthy cooking and easy meal prep. Plus, most Instant Pot recipes require minimal clean-up, since everything’s made in one pot!
I rounded up the best Instant Pot recipes that are a lifesaver during the week. All of these recipes are super healthy so you can enjoy something delicious and nutritious.
Instant Pot Recipes for Healthy Meal Prep Staples
If you're meal prepping for the week, these Instant Pot recipes are fantastic! Make staples like chicken or rice that you can mix and match for different meals.
5 Easy Shredded Chicken Recipes
30 minutes minutes
These Shredded Chicken Recipes are anything but boring with five delicious flavour options that are all great for meal prep.
Make this recipe
Calories: 212kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 1697mg | Potassium: 589mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 1010IU | Vitamin C: 4.1mg | Calcium: 52mg | Iron: 1.9mg
Instant Pot Chicken Breast {3 Ways!} via Eating Instantly
This Instant Pot Chicken Breast recipe is a no-fail method of making juicy, delicious chicken breasts in your pressure cooker – I’ve listed 3 ways of seasoning them too!
Instant Pot Ground Beef {Fresh or Frozen} via Eating Instantly
This Instant Pot Ground Beef is so easy to make – read on for ideas on how to use it, plus how to pressure cook frozen ground beef!
Instant Pot Frozen Meatballs via Eating Instantly
These Instant Pot Frozen Meatballs are so easy to make and they come together in just 15 minutes – read on for ideas on how to use them!
The Ultimate Instant Pot Rice Guide via Eating Instantly
This Instant Pot Rice Guide will show you how to make white, brown, jasmine, basmati and a wild rice blend perfectly in your pressure cooker!
Instant Pot Healthy Pasta Recipes
I love making pasta in the Instant Pot! The noodles cook with the rest of the ingredients so they’re even more flavourful. These recipes will satisfy your cravings without going overboard on the calories.
Healthy Mac and Cheese {Instant Pot or Stovetop}
30 minutes minutes
This Healthier Instant Pot Mac and Cheese with broccoli and white cheddar is comfort food that comes together with less than 10 ingredients!
Make this recipe
Calories: 540kcal | Carbohydrates: 53g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 63mg | Sodium: 672mg | Potassium: 534mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 1091IU | Vitamin C: 69mg | Calcium: 467mg | Iron: 1mg
Instant Pot Chicken Fajita Pasta
35 minutes minutes
This Instant Pot Chicken Fajita Pasta with salsa and bell peppers is a delicious one pot pasta idea. Just dump all your ingredients and serve – it's all ready in under 30 minutes!
Make this recipe
Calories: 521kcal | Carbohydrates: 67g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 47mg | Sodium: 818mg | Potassium: 203mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 900IU | Vitamin C: 22.3mg | Calcium: 200mg | Iron: 2.9mg
Instant Pot Bruschetta Chicken Pasta
30 minutes minutes
ThisInstant Pot Bruschetta Chicken Pasta is a delicious one pot pasta recipe that's perfect for summer and it’s ready in just 30 minutes!
Make this recipe
Calories: 455kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 51mg | Sodium: 913mg | Potassium: 205mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 350IU | Vitamin C: 10.7mg | Calcium: 520mg | Iron: 2.2mg
Instant Pot Pasta with Sausage, Spinach, and Tomatoes via Rachel Cooks
You’ll love this Instant Pot Pasta with Sausage, Spinach, and Tomatoes. You probably have all the ingredients on hand already!
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Instant Pot Rice & Noodle Dishes
These Instant Pot rice recipes and noodle recipes are super filling and ultra-delicious. From burrito bowls to takeout-worthy noodles, you’ll love these quick and healthy dinner (or lunch) ideas.
Instant Pot Chicken Fried Rice Meal Prep Bowls
35 minutes minutes
These Instant Pot Chicken Fried Rice Meal Prep Bowls come together in one pot – all you need is rice, chicken and frozen veggies!
Make this recipe
Calories: 325kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 64mg | Sodium: 502mg | Potassium: 422mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1050IU | Vitamin C: 21.5mg | Calcium: 80mg | Iron: 2.2mg
20-Minute Instant Pot Chicken Burrito Bowls
25 minutes minutes
These 20-Minute Instant Pot Chicken Burrito Bowls are a delicious, healthy quick dinner or meal prep idea using mostly pantry staples – read on for a slow cooker option!
Make this recipe
Calories: 406kcal | Carbohydrates: 63g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 48mg | Sodium: 708mg | Potassium: 1036mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 558IU | Vitamin C: 25mg | Calcium: 68mg | Iron: 3mg
Instant Pot Chicken Pad Thai
30 minutes minutes
ThisInstant Pot Chicken Pad Thai is a super quick and easy one pot dinner – the noodles cook alongside the other ingredients for minimal clean up!
Make this recipe
Calories: 402kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 36mg | Sodium: 1174mg | Potassium: 202mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 850IU | Vitamin C: 34.7mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 1.1mg
Instant Pot Red Curry Chicken Noodles
25 minutes minutes
TheseInstant Pot Red Curry Chicken Noodles come together in less than 30 minutes – you'll love this Thai-inspired meal idea!
Make this recipe
Calories: 454kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 62mg | Sodium: 671mg | Potassium: 537mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1450IU | Vitamin C: 111.4mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 3.4mg
Instant Pot Quinoa Fried Rice via Life Made Sweeter
The perfect simple and easy weeknight side dish. Best of all, instructions included to make it in your Instant Pot pressure cooker or on the stove!
Instant Pot Spiced Quinoa and Cauliflower Rice Bowls via Yay! for Food
A flavorful and healthy vegan meal featuring turmeric, cumin, and coriander spiced quinoa, cauliflower rice, and tofu!
Instant Pot Beef And Broccoli (With Keto Option) via Savory Tooth
This beef and broccoli dinner is delicious and flavorful, yet uses simple ingredients that cook quickly in a pressure cooker. Sugar can be easily substituted with erythritol for a low carb option.
Instant Pot Sweet-and-Spicy Chicken via Eat Well
Sweet, spicy, and fork-tender chicken thighs prepared with a sweet-and-spicy sauce and cooked in an Instant Pot. You can serve the chicken on rice, pasta or in your sandwiches, tacos and wraps.
Instant Pot Healthy Soup & Chili Recipes
The Instant Pot is amazing for soups and chilis. These healthy soup and chili recipes will taste like they’ve been simmering on the stove all day – but they’re ready in as little as 20 minutes!
Instant Pot Turmeric Lentil Soup {Vegan}
40 minutes minutes
This Instant Pot Turmeric Lentil Soup is a vibrant vegan soup made with immunity-boosting turmeric that's ready in just 20 minutes.
Make this recipe
Calories: 418kcal | Carbohydrates: 51g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Sodium: 423mg | Potassium: 1257mg | Fiber: 22g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 5609IU | Vitamin C: 26mg | Calcium: 131mg | Iron: 9mg
Instant Pot Minestrone Soup {Super Easy}
30 minutes minutes
This easy Instant Pot Minestrone Soup is a delicious spin on the Italian classic that comes together in less than 20 minutes.
Make this recipe
Calories: 261kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 674mg | Potassium: 789mg | Fiber: 12g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 3550IU | Vitamin C: 19mg | Calcium: 130mg | Iron: 4.1mg
Instant Pot Stuffed Pepper Soup
35 minutes minutes
ThisInstant Pot Stuffed Pepper Soup is easier than making stuffed peppers themselves, with marinara sauce, ground chicken, rice and peppers.
Make this recipe
Calories: 331kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 54mg | Sodium: 1215mg | Potassium: 634mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 2250IU | Vitamin C: 65.2mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 2.7mg
Instant Pot Chicken Tortilla Soup via Seasonal Cravings
This Easy Instant Pot Chicken Tortilla Soup is loaded with spicy flavors and tender shredded chicken. Ready in under 30 minutes! {gluten free}
Spicy Peanut Soup with Sweet Potato + Kale via Pinch of Yum
Okay, YUMMMM. Spicy Peanut Soup with Sweet Potatoes + Kale! Comforting and SUPER nutritious. Naturally vegan, gluten free, refined sugar free, ALL THE GOOD THINGS.
Sweet Potato, Chickpea and Red Lentil Soup via Supergolden Bakes
This hearty Sweet Potato, Chickpea and Red Lentil Soup cooks in just 10 minutes in your Instant Pot or in under 30 on the stove. Slimming World friendly!
Instant Pot Tortilla Chicken Verde Chili via Cotter Crunch
Chicken chili verde made 3 ways without beans for a wholesome and super kid-friendly recipe perfect for meal prep!
Healthy Instant Pot Tacos
Tacos in the Instant Pot are a total game changer! The cooking is completely hands-off which gives you time to prep all the toppings for your chicken, beef or veggie tacos.
Instant Pot Cilantro Lime Chicken Tacos
30 minutes minutes
These Instant Pot Cilantro Lime Pulled Chicken Tacos are so delicious – they've got less than 10 ingredients and they're ready in 30 minutes!
Make this recipe
Calories: 473kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 232mg | Potassium: 887mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 344IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 83mg | Iron: 2mg
Instant Pot Chicken Tinga Tacos
30 minutes minutes
These Instant Pot Chicken Tinga Tacos are made with fire-roasted tomatoes and chipotle – they're gluten-free and ready in 30 minutes!
Make this recipe
Calories: 388kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 57mg | Sodium: 742mg | Potassium: 249mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 4600IU | Vitamin C: 15.7mg | Calcium: 200mg | Iron: 2.2mg
Instant Pot Taco Meat (Taco Salad Jars!) via Eating Instantly
ThisInstant Pot Taco Meat is the perfect filling for taco salad jars – you can make it with ground beef, chicken or turkey and it all comes together with mostly simple ingredients from your pantry too!
Instant Pot Flank Steak Tacos via Eating Instantly
Instant Pot Flank Steak Tacos are the BEST way to cook and serve flank steak made in the pressure cooker – it’s tender, juicy & flavorful!
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Hey there, my name's Taylor! I’m the founder of The Girl on Bloor, a food blog where I share healthy meal prep recipes for busy people. I'm a busy city girl living in downtown Toronto on (you guessed it!) Bloor Street. I've got 10 years experience meal prepping, along with a Master's degree in journalism, and you can find my work across the internet featured on publications such as Buzzfeed, HuffPost, Women's Health, Reader's Digest and more. I also run the awesome 5-Day Meal Prep Challenge, which is a free email course and Facebook group where I share my meal planning strategies and easy meal prep tips and recipes. Be sure to check out my free beginner’s guide to meal prep and follow me on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram to get my latest recipes and meal prep tips!
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I love the fact that your online recipes give me the option to cook for one!!!!!! So awesome, thanks!!!
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