10 Instant Pot Meals Under $10

Trying to cut grocery costs? Here are 10 budget friendly Instant Pot meals. Each meal serves between 4-8 people and costs less than $10 total!

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Budget Friendly Instant Pot Meals

The prices I have listed below are from Smith’s grocery store (Kroger) in Utah in July 2020. Different areas and different grocery stories will vary in price.

#1: Instant Pot Cheesy Broccoli Sausage Casserole

Fresh broccoli, melty cheese, smoked sausage, a homemade creamy sauce and rice make this casserole the quintessential comfort food. An easy Instant Pot recipe with no browning or sauteing steps.

Estimated cost (6 servings = $1.25 per serving): $7.48

• ¾ cup long grain white rice: $0.23
• 10 oz fresh broccoli florets: $1.12
• 12 oz fully cooked smoked sausage: $3.49
• ¼ cup mayo: $0.46
• ¼ cup sour cream: $0.17
• 4 oz cream cheese: $0.60
• ¼ cup milk: $0.03
• ½ tsp pepper: $0.02
• 2 tsp garlic powder: $0.10
• ⅛ tsp salt: $0.01
• 1 cup grated medium or sharp cheddar: $1.25

#2: Instant Pot King Ranch Chicken

This cheesy and creamy chicken casserole with tortillas and Rotel has its roots in Texas but that doesn’t mean us non-Texans can’t enjoy it too! Whip up my version in just a few minutes using your Instant Pot and NO cream of soups!

Estimated cost (6 servings = $1.64 per serving): $9.87

• ½ cup chicken broth: $0.16
• 1 cup diced onion: $0.28
• 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts: $3.00
• 1 (10 oz) can rotel: $1.00
• 1 tsp cumin: $0.05
• 1 tsp chili powder: $0.01
• 1 tsp garlic powder: $0.05
• ½ tsp dried oregano: $0.02
• 1 tsp salt: $0.01
• 1 red bell pepper: $1.25
• 1 cup half and half: $0.50
• 2 Tbsp cornstarch: $0.04
• 11 (6 inch) soft corn tortillas: $1.00
• 2 cups grated medium or sharp cheddar cheese: $2.50

#3: Instant Pot Chili Cheese Rice

Beefy chili, rice and cheddar together in one dish. Made easy (and fast) with your electric pressure cooker.

Estimated cost (6 servings = $1.66 per serving): $10.00

• 1 pound lean ground beef: $3.99
• 1 cup diced onion: $0.28
• 1 tsp kosher salt: $0.02
• 1 Tbsp chili powder: $0.03
• 1 Tbsp cumin: $0.15
• ⅛ tsp cayenne pepper: $0.01
• 1 Tbsp minced garlic: $0.10
• 1 Tbsp brown sugar: $0.02
• 2 (8 oz) cans tomato sauce: $0.69
• 1 Tbsp tomato paste: $0.13
• 2 ½ cups beef broth: $0.84
• 2 cups uncooked brown rice: $0.82
• ½ cup warmed half and half or heavy cream: $0.25
• 1 (14.5 oz) can kidney beans: $0.79
• 1 ½ cups grated sharp cheddar cheese: $1.88

#4: Instant Pot Loaded Baked Potatoes

Create a baked potato bar for an easy and cheap dinner. I love making baked potatoes in the Instant Pot because they are faster than the oven, fluffy and moist, don’t require foil and you can make a bunch at the same time.

Estimated cost (8 servings = $1.15 per serving): $9.17

• 5 pound bag of potatoes: $2.29
• Carton of sour cream: $1.39
• Frozen Broccoli: $1.00
• Bacon crumbles: $1.99
• Grated cheese: $2.50

Instant Pot baked potatoes can be customized to your preferences. Here are some topping ideas:

• crumbled bacon
• grated cheese
• cheese sauce
• steamed broccoli
• chili
• sour cream
• plain yogurt
• butter
• salt and pepper
• chives
• green onions
• cubes of ham
• chunks of chicken
• taco meat
• salsa
• cottage cheese
• everything bagel seasoning

#5: Instant Pot Pasta Primavera

Pasta primavera is a pasta and vegetable dish. Rigatoni pasta is cooked quickly in your pressure cooker along with tomatoes, fresh green beans, carrots, mushrooms, garlic and zucchini. The whole dish is tossed with grated parmesan cheese.

Estimated cost (4 servings = $2.36 per serving): $9.42

• 8 ounces uncooked rigatoni: $0.84
• 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth: $0.67
• 1 large garlic clove: $0.05
• 1 large carrot: $0.20
• 8 ounces mushrooms: $1.99
• 3/4 pound fresh green beans: $1.34
• 1 (14.5 oz) can petite diced tomatoes: $0.69
• 1 tsp salt: $0.01
• 2 tsp dried basil: $0.18
• 1/2 tsp dried oregano: $0.02
• 1 zucchini: $1.75
• 1 Tbsp cornstarch: $0.02
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese: $1.66

#6: Instant Pot Bacon Cheddar Egg Casserole

Hashbrowns, eggs, bacon, cheddar and spinach are all combined to make a scrumptious breakfast for dinner.

Estimated Cost (4-6 servings = $1.01 per serving): $3.93

• 6 eggs: $0.65
• 1/2 cup half and half: $0.25
• 1/2 tsp salt: $0.01
• 1/4 tsp pepper: $0.01
• 1 cup frozen hashbrowns: $0.19
• 2 handfuls of spinach: $0.57
• 1/2 cup bacon bits: $1.00
• 1 cup grated cheddar cheese: $1.25

#7: Instant Pot Spaghetti Sauce

This spaghetti sauce is so delicious you’ll be licking your plate. The funny part is that it only takes a handful of easy ingredients and a few minutes in your pressure cooker. Bonus–if you want to cook a spaghetti squash at the same time as the sauce you can!

Estimated Cost (4-6 servings = $0.52-$2.36 per serving): $2.11-$9.47

• 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes: $1.09
• 4 Tbsp butter: $0.41
• 1 tsp onion powder: $0.05
• 1 tsp garlic powder: $0.05
• 1/2 tsp kosher salt: $0.01
• Optional: 1 small spaghetti squash ($3.87) or 8 oz pasta ($0.50)
• Optional : 1 pound ground beef ($3.99) or ground Italian sausage ($3.49)

#8: Instant Pot Chicken and Rice Soup

A broth based soup with chicken, celery, carrots and brown rice. This soup reminds me of chicken noodle soup except it has rice instead of noodles.

Estimated Cost (8-10 servings = $1.31 per serving): $10.53

• 8 cups chicken broth: $3.78
• 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts: $4.03
• 1 cup uncooked brown rice: $0.41
• 1 onion: $0.28
• 3  large carrots: $0.60
• 3 celery ribs: $0.55
• 1 tsp garlic powder: $0.05
• 2 tsp dried parsley: $0.05
• 1 tsp dried thyme: $0.13
• 1/2 tsp dried rosemary: $0.13
• 1/2 tsp dried sage: $0.13
• 1 bay leaf: $0.16
• 1 1/2 tsp salt: $0.02
• 2 Tbsp butter: $0.21

#9: Instant Pot Appalachian Soup Beans

A comforting bowl of creamy pinto beans flavored with smoky ham. A winter staple in the Appalachian states.

Estimated Cost (8 servings = $1.15 per serving): $9.24

• 4 strips of uncooked bacon: $1.06
• 1 medium onion: $0.28
• 1 Tbsp garlic: $0.10
• ½ tsp cayenne pepper: $0.03
• 1 ham hock: $3.84
• 6 cups chicken broth: $2.02
• 1 pound dry pinto beans: $0.99
• ¾ tsp kosher salt: $0.02

#10: Instant Pot Mexican Black Beans And Rice

The easiest and tastiest rice ever! Brown rice is cooked in flavorful salsa with garlic salt, a bay leaf and cumin. Canned black beans make this recipe very convenient. And my favorite part is a squeeze of lime juice and a dollop of sour cream on top. Make this as a meal or as a side dish.

Estimated Cost (4 servings = $0.78 -$1.80 per serving): $3.11-$7.22

• 1 (15 oz) can of black beans: $0.79
• 1 cup uncooked long grain brown rice: $0.41
• 3/4 cup picante sauce or salsa: $1.15
• 1 bay leaf: $0.16
• 1 tsp cumin: $0.05
• 1 tsp garlic salt: $0.05
• Fresh lime juice, to taste: $0.50
• Optional toppings: sour cream $0.74, tortilla chips $0.62, grated cheese $1.25, sliced avocado $1.50

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What Pressure Cooker Do You Use?

I use a 6 quart Instant Pot Duo 60 7 in 1*. I love this Instant Pot because it has the yogurt making function which I use almost weekly.  It has two pressure settings (high and low), and there are also little slots in the handles so that you can rest the lid there instead of putting it down on your counter-top.

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