Whip Up Gourmet Mac & Cheese in Your Instant Pot!

Try this quick and easy electric pressure cooker macaroni and cheese recipe — let the Instant Pot do the work.

Recipe Details

Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Additional Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Servings:
10

Ingredients

  • 1(16 ounce) packageelbow macaroni

  • 1quartchicken stock

  • ½teaspoonsalt

  • ½teaspoondry mustard

  • ½teaspoonliquid smoke flavoring

  • ½teaspoonpaprika

  • ½teaspoonground black pepper

  • ½teaspoongarlic powder

  • 2tablespoonsbutter

  • 1cupmilk

  • 8ouncesshredded Cheddar cheese

  • 1cupgrated Parmesan cheese

Cooking Directions

  1. Combine macaroni, chicken stock, salt, dry mustard, liquid smoke, paprika, pepper, and garlic powder in a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot). Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer’s instructions; set timer for 4 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.

  2. Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer’s instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.

  3. Stir in butter, then milk. Add in Cheddar and Parmesan cheese until melted. Mixture will be soupy at first.

  4. Select the “Keep Warm” setting on the Instant Pot and allow macaroni to sit, uncovered and stirring occasionally, until all liquid has been absorbed and consistency is smooth and creamy, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Full Nutrition Label
Servings Per Recipe10
Calories333
% Daily Value *
Total Fat
14g
18%
Saturated Fat
8g
41%
Cholesterol
39mg
13%
Sodium
681mg
30%
Total Carbohydrate
36g
13%
Dietary Fiber
2g
6%
Total Sugars
3g
Protein
16g
Vitamin C
0mg
1%
Calcium
295mg
23%
Iron
2mg
10%
Potassium
178mg
4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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