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Quick Instant Pot Spaghetti with Creamy Parmesan Sauce

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A quick and easy Instant Pot spaghetti recipe featuring a rich and creamy Parmesan sauce, perfect for busy weeknights and comforting family dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces spaghetti pasta, broken in half
  • 3 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth for vegetarian option)
  • 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for lighter version)
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Break the spaghetti in half so it fits neatly into your Instant Pot. Mince the garlic and grate the Parmesan cheese. This prep takes about 5 minutes.
  2. Set your Instant Pot to sauté mode. Add the butter and let it melt gently (about 1-2 minutes). Toss in the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant but not browned—about 30 seconds to 1 minute. Keep an eye on it to avoid burning.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth, stirring to deglaze any browned bits from the bottom. Add the broken spaghetti in a circular pattern, pushing it down gently to submerge but don’t stir.
  4. Seal the Instant Pot lid and set to manual high pressure for 6 minutes. It will take a few minutes to come to pressure before the countdown starts.
  5. Perform a quick pressure release as soon as cooking finishes. Carefully open the lid once the pin drops.
  6. Stir in the heavy cream and gradually add the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring gently to melt and combine. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Let the dish rest on warm sauté mode for 2-3 minutes to meld flavors. If the sauce seems too thick, add a splash more broth or cream. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

Always deglaze the pot after sautéing garlic or butter to prevent burn warnings. Do not stir pasta after adding to broth before cooking to avoid clumping. Use fresh Parmesan cheese for best melting and flavor. Let sauce rest on warm sauté mode if too thin or add more cheese.

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Keywords: Instant Pot spaghetti, creamy Parmesan sauce, quick dinner, easy pasta recipe, comfort food, weeknight meal

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