Best Healthy Instant Pot Recipes for Meal Prep

These Healthy Instant Pot Recipes for Meal Prep are the easiest way to cook during the work week. Dump your ingredients and press start!

So, let's talk about the Instant Pot and how amazing it is for meal prep (the Instant Pot DUO Plus 60 is the version I use by the way). I know you've likely seen all the Instant Pot recipes I've been putting up on the site recently and that's mainly because they are just so easy, and you can make so many spins on your favourites like Pad Thai, Pho soup, pastas, tacos and more. Today I'm bringing you the BEST Instant Pot recipes to make during hectic work weeks – they'll get you through a busy schedule, I promise.

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Basically, anything you can make in the slow cooker you can make QUICKLY in the Instant Pot and it's an amazing appliance to have on hand in the kitchen! Whether you're looking to make all your lunches in bulk for the work week, or you're just looking for a dinner you can dump in then set and forget, you're likely to find a few favourites to add to your menu rotation each week.

And in case you're in need of some meal prep tools, here are my staples:

• Glass meal prep bowls are perfect for storing your Instant Pot eats after
• These Bento box containers are perfect for packing snacks along with your work week lunches
• Restock your freezer with grass-fed beef and poultry from Butcher Box – it's always great to have proteins on hand ready to go in the Instant Pot

I've rounded up some of my favourite healthy Instant Pot recipes from around the web – we've got some vegetarian options, a delicious breakfast, mac and cheese, delicious soups, burrito bowls and more to get you started in learning more about pressure cooking and how easy it can make your life!

This round up is also filled with some of the best instant pot chicken recipes so you can dress up those boring, bland chicken breasts and turn them into something amazing. These 22 Healthy Instant Pot Recipes for Meal Prep are bound to get you through the work week and then some!

Instant Pot Pastas

I love making pasta in the Instant Pot! You can cook everything in one pot so clean-up is super minimal. I call that a win/win!

Healthy Instant Pot Mac and Cheese

30 minutes

This Healthier Instant Pot Mac and Cheese with broccoli and white cheddar is comfort food that comes together with less than 10 ingredients!

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Calories: 414kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 83mg | Sodium: 580mg | Potassium: 175mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 750IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 540mg | Iron: 1.3mg

Instant Pot Chicken Fajita Pasta

35 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!

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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

This Instant Pot Bruschetta Chicken Pasta is a delicious one pot pasta recipe that's perfect for summer and it’s ready in just 30 minutes!

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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 and Noodle Dishes

These dishes are great served over rice or noodles. From burrito bowls to noodles that are better than takeout, you'll love these quick and easy dinner ideas.

20-Minute Instant Pot Chicken Burrito Bowls

25 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!

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Calories: 311kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 48mg | Sodium: 820mg | Potassium: 762mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 356IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 59mg | Iron: 2mg

Instant Pot Chicken Pad Thai

30 minutes

This Instant Pot Chicken Pad Thai is a super quick and easy one pot dinner – the noodles cook alongside the other ingredients for minimal clean up!

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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

These Instant Pot Red Curry Chicken Noodles come together in less than 30 minutes – you'll love this Thai-inspired meal idea!

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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!

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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!

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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.

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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. 

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Instant Pot Soups and Chilis

The Instant Pot is amazing for soups and chilis. Create a flavourful dish that tastes like it's been on the stove all day long in as little as 20 minutes!

Instant Pot Turmeric Lentil Soup {Vegan}

40 minutes

This Instant Pot Turmeric Lentil Soup is a vibrant vegan soup made with immunity-boosting turmeric that's ready in just 20 minutes.

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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

This easy Instant Pot Minestrone Soup is a delicious spin on the Italian classic that comes together in less than 20 minutes.

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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

This Instant Pot Stuffed Pepper Soup is easier than making stuffed peppers themselves, with marinara sauce, ground chicken, rice and peppers.

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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}

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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.

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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!

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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!

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Instant Pot Tacos

I have to say, tacos in the Instant Pot are a total game changer! The cooking is totally hands-off which gives you time to prep all your toppings.

Instant Pot Cilantro Lime Pulled Chicken Tacos

30 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!

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Calories: 383kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 69mg | Sodium: 1130mg | Potassium: 656mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 750IU | Vitamin C: 23.9mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 1.8mg

Instant Pot Chicken Tinga Tacos

30 minutes

These Instant Pot Chicken Tinga Tacos are made with fire-roasted tomatoes and chipotle – they're gluten-free and ready in 30 minutes!

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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

This Instant 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!

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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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