Instant Pot Meatballs
These Instant Pot Meatballs are tender, juicy, and packed with flavor. Ready in minutes, they make the perfect addition to pasta, subs, or as a tasty appetizer!
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (or a mix of beef and pork)
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- v cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- ½ cup water or beef broth
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and parsley.
- Form the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and set aside.
- Pour marinara sauce and water (or broth) into the Instant Pot.
- Place the meatballs in the sauce, ensuring they are submerged.
- Close the lid, set the Instant Pot to “Pressure Cook” on high for 8 minutes.
- Allow for a natural pressure release for 5 minutes, then manually release the remaining pressure.
- Carefully remove the meatballs and serve with pasta, in a sub, or as an appetizer.
Notes
- Use a mix of beef and pork for extra flavor and tenderness.
- Don’t overcrowd the Instant Pot to ensure even cooking.
- If you prefer firmer meatballs, add an extra tablespoon of breadcrumbs.