Instant Pot Spaghetti and Meatballs

Why Make This Recipe

This Instant Pot Spaghetti and Meatballs recipe is perfect for busy days when you want something quick, easy, and delicious. It brings together the comforting taste of pasta and meatballs in one pot, with almost no effort. Everything cooks fast, and the flavors come out rich and tasty.

Cooking this dish in the Instant Pot saves you a lot of time. You don’t need to boil water, cook noodles separately, or use multiple pans. It’s all done in one place, which makes things simple and mess-free. Plus, the noodles cook perfectly with the sauce, soaking up all the flavor.

It’s also a great meal for families. Kids and adults love it, and it’s easy to adjust based on what you have at home. This recipe makes dinner stress-free, filling, and satisfying—just the kind of meal that brings everyone to the table.

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How to Make Instant Pot Spaghetti and Meatballs

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• ½ onion, chopped
• 1 pound ground beef
• 2 teaspoons garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 3 teaspoons minced garlic
• 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
• 1 jar pasta sauce
• 3 cups water
• 1 pound spaghetti pasta
• 1 can diced tomatoes

Directions:

1. Set the Instant Pot to sauté and add olive oil.
2. Add chopped onions and cook until soft.
3. Add ground beef, garlic powder, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook until the beef is browned.
4. Turn off sauté mode. Remove the meat and set aside.
5. Pour half the water into the pot.
6. Break the spaghetti in half and place it in layers, criss-crossed.
7. Pour the pasta sauce and diced tomatoes over the noodles.
8. Add the rest of the water. Gently press noodles down if needed so they’re covered.
9. Close the lid and cook on high pressure for 5 minutes.
10. Let the pressure release naturally for 5 minutes, then do a quick release.
11. Open the lid, return the meat to the pot, and stir well.