Description
Enjoy a classic Italian dish with minimal effort using this Instant Pot Spaghetti and Meatballs recipe. Cooked all in one pot, this recipe combines tender pasta, flavorful meatballs, and rich marinara sauce in just 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights and family meals.
Ingredients
Ingredients:
Olive oil
1 Onion, diced
3 Garlic cloves, minced
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
1 tsp Italian seasoning
Frozen Italian meatballs
Pot-sized spaghetti (or regular spaghetti, broken in half)
1 jar (24 oz) spaghetti sauce
2 cups water or broth
Instructions
Instructions:
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Sauté Aromatics: Set the Instant Pot to the sauté function. Heat olive oil and cook the diced onion until translucent. Add minced garlic and sauté briefly. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Turn off the sauté function.
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Layer Ingredients: Place the frozen meatballs in a single layer over the onion mixture. Lay the spaghetti on top in a crisscross pattern to prevent sticking. Drizzle with olive oil.
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Add Liquids: Pour the marinara sauce over the spaghetti, followed by water or broth. Do not stir; layering helps prevent the burn notice.
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Pressure Cook: Secure the lid and set the Instant Pot to manual high pressure for 9 minutes. After cooking, perform a quick pressure release.
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Combine and Serve: Open the lid and gently toss the spaghetti and meatballs to combine. The sauce may appear thin initially but will thicken as it sits. Serve hot, garnished with Parmesan cheese and fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- Storage: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator.
- Reheating: Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop over low heat, adding a splash of water if the sauce thickens too much.
- Variations: You can use homemade meatballs, substitute with ground beef, or experiment with other pasta types (adjusting the cook time). For a vegetarian version, add hearty vegetables like mushrooms or zucchini.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 9 minutes (plus quick pressure release)
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Instant Pot
- Cuisine: Italian
