Are you following a ketogenic diet and struggling to find quick and easy meal ideas that fit your busy lifestyle? Look no further! The Instant Pot is a game-changer in the kitchen, and with these 7 keto Instant Pot recipes, you’ll be able to whip up delicious and healthy meals in no time.
Recipe 1: Creamy Chicken and Mushroom Soup
Servings: 4-6
Ingredients:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs
- 1 cup mixed mushrooms (button, cremini, shiitake)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
- Press the “Saute” button on the Instant Pot and melt 2 tbsp of butter. Add the chicken and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
- Add the mushrooms, garlic, chicken broth, heavy cream, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Close the lid and set the valve to “Sealing”. Press the “Manual” or “Pressure Cook” button and set the cooking time to 10 minutes at high pressure.
- Let the pressure release naturally for 5 minutes, then quick-release any remaining pressure.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley or chives.
Recipe 2: Keto Beef Stew
Servings: 4-6
Ingredients:
- 2 lbs beef stew meat
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
- 1/4 cup tomato paste
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
- Press the “Saute” button on the Instant Pot and melt 2 tbsp of butter. Add the beef and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
- Add the beef broth, onion, garlic, peas and carrots, tomato paste, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Close the lid and set the valve to “Sealing”. Press the “Manual” or “Pressure Cook” button and set the cooking time to 30 minutes at high pressure.
- Let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, then quick-release any remaining pressure.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley or thyme.
Recipe 3: Creamy Cauliflower Rice
Servings: 4-6
Ingredients:
- 1 head cauliflower
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
- Rinse the cauliflower and remove the leaves and stem. Cut into florets and pulse in a food processor until it resembles rice.
- Press the “Saute” button on the Instant Pot and melt 1 tbsp of butter. Add the cauliflower “rice” and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream, cheddar cheese, salt, and pepper.
- Close the lid and set the valve to “Sealing”. Press the “Manual” or “Pressure Cook” button and set the cooking time to 5 minutes at high pressure.
- Let the pressure release naturally for 5 minutes, then quick-release any remaining pressure.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley or chives.
Recipe 4: Keto Chicken Tacos
Servings: 4-6
Ingredients:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 6-8 taco shells
- Shredded cheese, lettuce, diced tomatoes, and any other desired toppings
Instructions:
- Press the “Saute” button on the Instant Pot and melt 1 tbsp of butter. Add the chicken and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
- Add the chicken broth, lime juice, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Close the lid and set the valve to “Sealing”. Press the “Manual” or “Pressure Cook” button and set the cooking time to 10 minutes at high pressure.
- Let the pressure release naturally for 5 minutes, then quick-release any remaining pressure.
- Shred the chicken with two forks and serve in taco shells with desired toppings.
Recipe 5: Keto Pork Chops with Apple Cider Glaze
Servings: 4-6
Ingredients:
- 4-6 pork chops
- 1 cup apple cider
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
- Press the “Saute” button on the Instant Pot and melt 1 tbsp of butter. Add the pork chops and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the apple cider, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the glaze over the pork chops and close the lid.
- Press the “Manual” or “Pressure Cook” button and set the cooking time to 10 minutes at high pressure.
- Let the pressure release naturally for 5 minutes, then quick-release any remaining pressure.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley or thyme.
Recipe 6: Keto Zucchini Boats
Servings: 4-6
Ingredients:
- 4-6 medium zucchinis
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
- Cut the zucchinis in half lengthwise and scoop out the insides, leaving a shell.
- Press the “Saute” button on the Instant Pot and cook the ground beef until browned, about 5 minutes.
- Add the onion, garlic, tomato sauce
