We had unexpected house guests this week - not unwanted, just not planned. So when it came time to cook dinner I wanted to find something that was quick and appealing to everyone. So who doesn't love pasta?
This dish is even easier, since everything is basically dump-and-go in an Instant Pot. 5 minutes of prep, 5 minutes of cooking at high pressure, and you're done. And using frozen meatballs makes it super simple. Of course, you could dress it up by making your own meatballs from scratch, and that's okay; but when you really don't want to fuss a lot... and it's still 100+ degrees outside and you don't want to heat up the kitchen... this is the type of recipe to jump on.
Adapted from Modern Meal Makeover
This is a quick and easy pasta dish that requires almost no prep and cooks in minutes in an Instant Pot. Ideal for busy weeknights or lazy weekends, or anytime you want to feed your crew and not heat up the kitchen.
Adapted from Modern Meal Makeover
Add chicken broth, marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, pepper, and salt to 6 quart or larger Instant Pot. Stir to combine.
Add pasta to the mixture, stirring until coated and ensuring all pasta is covered by the sauce.
Layer the meatballs on top of the pasta. Do not mix in.
Lock the lid on the Instant Pot and turn the vent valve to Sealing. Set to Pressure Cook on High pressure for 5 minutes.
At the end of cooking, use a quick release by turning the vent valve to Venting. Open carefully and stir contents to blend together. Serve immediately, topping with Parmesan cheese if desired.
Servings 6
Serving Size approx 1 1/2 cups (12 oz)
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.