18 Genius Instant Pot Thanksgiving Recipes for the Easiest Turkey Day Ever
Thanksgiving in an instant? Count us in.
If you've ever cooked a full Thanksgiving feast, you know it requires a lot of preparation and work — which is why any shortcuts to make your holiday morning a little bit easier are always welcome. Thankfully, there are plenty of convenient Instant Pot Thanksgiving dinner menu recipes you can easily make in a flash, including some of the coziest Instant Pot soups, the best turkey recipes, and of course some tasty Thanksgiving sides to round out your holiday meal.
Whether you're looking to make some classic cranberry sauce or some mashed potatoes, just pull out your handy Instant Pot and whip up some of these quick and easy recipes. And even if you make only one of these super-simple Instant Pot dishes this holiday, you're sure to free up some time to create the best-ever Thanksgiving table setting or make some fun Thanksgiving crafts with the family. However you decide to spend the extra time, these quick Thanksgiving recipes will hopefully let you relax a little bit longer this holiday and successfully prepare a delicious meal — now, that's something to be grateful for!
Instant Pot Risotto With Parmesan
Thanksgiving is all about cozy comfort dishes — which is why you'll want to make this creamy risotto ASAP.
Crock-Pot Chicken With Walnut-Herb Sauce
Looking to switch things up a bit this year? Try swapping out the usual turkey for this delicious, juicy chicken instead.
Get the recipe for Crock-Pot Chicken with Walnut-Herb Sauce »
Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes
No Thanksgiving feast is complete without the ultimate side dish: creamy, buttery mashed potatoes, of course.
Instant Pot Turkey Breast
Forget cooking a turkey in the oven for hours on end — this no-fuss option will make the perfect juicy turkey in just an hour!
Instant Pot Brussels Sprouts
Brussel sprouts are a classic Thanksgiving dish — but they're even better when they're cooked in an Instant Pot with bacon and onion.
Crock Pot Sweet Potato Casserole
Sweet potato topped with marshmallows and pecans ... Need we say more?
Instant Pot Mashed Sweet Potatoes
Opt for creamy sweet potato mash instead of the classic mashed potato dish (or better yet, make both!).
Instant Pot Turkey Stuffing
How could we forget the all-essential turkey stuffing? This one combines sautéed veggies and cubed bread for a truly irresistible holiday side dish.
Instant Pot Cornbread Muffins
These best-ever cornbread muffins combine the flavors of cinnamon, vanilla, and honey for buttery perfection — all in just 20 minutes!
Instant Pot Butternut Squash Soup
Start Thanksgiving dinner with a bang and serve this easy, flavor-packed herby squash soup.
Get the recipe for Instant Pot Butternut Squash Soup »
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Marinated Beets
These beautiful root veggies easily made in the Instant Pot are the perfect earthy side to roast turkey.
Orange-Apricot Cranberry Sauce
Make this fruity sauce in your Instant Pot to free up much needed stove space for the biggest meal of the year.
Tuscan Ragu Pasta
Meat lovers, this pasta recipe is for you. Keep in mind that it'll take you a bit longer to make this one (an hour and ten minutes to be exact), but you can cook the whole recipe in your Instant Pot.
Chipotle Lentil Chili
Pro tip: Make this chili with vegetable broth instead of chicken or beef so your vegetarian friends can eat it too.
Get the recipe for Chipotle Lentil Chili »
RELATED: 20 Vegetarian Thanksgiving Recipes That Will Make You Forget All About Turkey
Instant Pot Mac and Cheese
Homemade mac and cheese ready to eat in 10 minutes is only possible with your pressure cooker.
Rosemary Scented Mashed Potatoes
No one will guess your creamiest-ever mashed potatoes were made in an Instant Pot.
Maple-Ginger Glazed Carrots
Forget about the turkey! With a hint of spice and sweetness, these Instant Pot carrots will be the hit of your Thanksgiving table.
Hannah Jeon is an Associate Commerce Editor at Prevention, where she covers expert-driven commerce content for all things health, beauty, and wellness. Previously the Editorial Assistant at Good Housekeeping, she earned her bachelor’s degree in creative writing and psychology from Johns Hopkins University. When she’s not on the hunt for all the best products online, you can often find her trying out new food spots in New York City or clicking away behind a camera.
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