If you’re wondering whether it’s possible to make your Christmas dinner in your pressure cooker this year you are in for a treat! Today I’ve pulled together 16 delicious Instant Pot friendly Christmas recipes!
I’ve got you covered for your main meats, whether it’s turkey, chicken or even a pot roast.
And then the sides. Oh my! candied carrots, roast potatoes and even mac n cheese!
And I couldn’t forget dessert! How about a Christmas pudding (that’s vegan friendly) or a peppermint cheesecake!
Instant Pot Turkey and Gravy
This has to be the easiest way to cook a deliciously tender and moist turkey breast in your Instant Pot!
Instant Pot Turkey and Gravy by Carmy
Instant Pot Bone-In Ham
Yum! Nothing beats a bone-in ham during the Holidays but boy do they take a long time to cook. Well not anymore thanks to this pressure cooker ham recipe!
Instant Pot Bone-In Ham by Simply Happy Foodie
Instant Pot Whole Chicken
This juicy and moist chicken recipe will become your go-to recipe for sure. It takes just 30 minutes to cook a whole chicken in your Instant Pot, and it’s low carb, keto and healthy too!
Instant Pot Whole Chicken by Recipe Vibes
Whole30 Pot Roast
What do you do on a busy December day when you don’t think you have time to make a delicious dinner for your family? Grab your instant pot and make this delicious Whole30 compliant Pot Roast that’s what!
Whole30 Pot Roast by Cook at Home Mom
Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes
If you think no holiday dinner is complete without a serving (or three) or delicious mashed potatoes you need to check out this Instant Pot version!
Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes by Carmy
Instant Pot Garlic Glazed Carrots
If you need help enticing your littles to eat some veggies during the holidays try these candied baby carrots. They’re sweet and crunchy and totally delicious!
Instant Pot Garlic Glazed Carrots by Tea Breakfast
Instant Pot Baked Potatoes
Baked potatoes are such a versatile side but oh my goodness do they just take forever to bake in the oven! Well it’s time for your Instant Pot to come to the rescue again because you can now have super fluffy potatoes in under 30 minutes!
Instant Pot Baked Potatoes by Cincy Shopper
Instant Pot Skirlie (Scottish Stuffing)
Add a touch of the Highlands to your festive dinners this year with this savoury Scottish stuffing recipe.
Instant Pot Skirlie (Scottish Stuffing) by This Old Gal
Instant Pot Ginger Snap Sweet Potatoes
What do you get when you combine sweet potatoes with ginger snaps? A deliciously warm side dish you’ll want to eat over and over!
Instant Pot Ginger Snap Sweet Potatoes by Make the Best of Everything
Instant Pot Roast Potatoes
Roast potatoes just as they should be. Crispy on the outside and fluffy in the middle. And they only take 10 minutes in the Instant Pot!
Instant Pot Roast Potatoes by Recipe Vibes
Instant Pot Spiced Cranberry Sauce
Christmas dinner just wouldn’t be complete without a serving of Cranberry Sauce, and this lightly spiced version is super simple to make in your Instant Pot.
Instant Pot Spiced Cranberry Sauce by This Old Gal
Bacon and Balsamic Instant Pot Brussels Sprouts
Brussel Sprouts are an acquired taste and people either love them or hate them. If you’re on the fence try this tasty bacon and balsamic recipe and you’re sure to be converted!
Bacon and Balsamic Instant Pot Brussels Sprouts by A Mom’s Impression
Instant Pot Mac and Cheese
Did you know your Instant Pot could even be used to whip up a side of Mac n Cheese? Oh yes! Piping hot elbow macaroni swimming in creamy cheddar cheese sauce then sprinkled with buttery toasted golden breadcrumbs, smoky crispy bacon bits, and crunchy scallions. This is a kid-friendly side everyone will be fighting over!
Instant Pot Mac and Cheese by Pressure Cook Recipes
The Ultimate Vegan Christmas Pudding
Plum Pudding or Christmas Pudding can be a daunting dish to take on, but this step-by-step recipe will show you how to make a deliciously dark, rich, fruity, moist & boozy pud using your Instant Pot.
The Ultimate Vegan Christmas Pudding by A Virtual Vegan
Instant Pot Peppermint Cheesecake
We love a good Instant Pot cheesecake around here so it would be rude not to include a yummy pink Peppermint Cheesecake in our Christmas recipe round up right?
Instant Pot Peppermint Cheesecake by Cheesecake It Is!
Instant Pot Candied Nuts
And let’s finish up our Instant Pot Christmas recipe collection with these yummy candied nuts which you can put out for guests to nibble on, or wrap up as a homemade gift for your friends and family.
Instant Pot Candied Nuts by I Don’t Have Time for That!
