Instant Pot Spaghetti and Meatballs
A quick, hands-off Instant Pot meal of spaghetti simmered in sauce with frozen meatballs for an easy weeknight dinner.
Equipment
- Instant Pot or electric pressure cooker
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Tongs or fork
- Wooden Spoon or Spatula
Ingredients
- 1 lb frozen meatballs homemade or store-bought cooked frozen meatballs
- 8 oz spaghetti uncooked, break in half if needed to fit
- 24 oz pasta sauce
- 3 cups water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Arrange the frozen meatballs in a single layer on the bottom of the Instant Pot.
- Break the spaghetti in half and spread the strands over the meatballs in an even layer.
- Drizzle the olive oil over the spaghetti to help prevent sticking.
- Pour the pasta sauce over the spaghetti, then add the water so the pasta is completely covered.
- Seal the Instant Pot and set to High pressure for 10 minutes.
- When the cooking time ends, perform a quick pressure release, then carefully open the lid.
- Stir the pasta and meatballs gently to combine them with the sauce.
- Serve topped with Parmesan cheese and basil as desired.
Notes
- Total time includes the Instant Pot coming to pressure.