Pressure Cookers: Tutorials, Guides & Recipes

Curious about pressure-cooking? You’re in the right place. We’ll show you how to use a pressure cooker pot, plus offer tips, recipes and techniques.

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    97 Pressure-Cooker Recipes

    These pressure cooker recipes are perfect for those nights when you're just running out of steam. Fill, lock and go!


    Pressure-Cooker Carolina-Style Vinegar BBQ Chicken

    1 review

    I live in Georgia but I appreciate the tangy, sweet and slightly spicy taste of Carolina vinegar chicken. —Ramona Parris,...


    Pressure-Cooker Chicken Marbella

    It's sweet, briny, savory and herbal, and it packs a big punch of garlic. The Mediterranean flavors make me think...


    Pressure Cooker Apple-Pear Compote

    1 review

    Apples and pears are almost always popular, so this warm, comforting dessert recipe is great for potlucks or other get-togethers....


    Pressure-Cooker Pork Chili Verde

    2 reviews

    Pork simmers with jalapenos, onion, green enchilada sauce and spices in this flavor-packed Mexican dish. It is fantastic on its...


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    Pressure-Cooker Easy Corned Beef and Cabbage

    4 reviews

    I first tried this fuss-free way to cook the traditional dish for St. Patrick's Day a few years ago. Now...


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    Pressure-Cooker Sauerbraten

    9 reviews

    One of my all-time favorite German dishes is sauerbraten, but I don't love that it normally takes five to 10...


    Pressure Cooker vs. Instant Pot: Here’s Why You Should Try the Newest Kitchen Gadget

    Pressure cookers have been around a long time, but the Instant Pot has been garnering a lot of buzz. Should...

    Pressure Cooker Shredded Beef Burrito Filling

    2 reviews

    Create a taco or burrito bar! For a variation, I make beef and bean burritos by mixing a can of...


    Pressure-Cooker Chicken Mole

    Chocolate with chicken? If you’re not familiar with mole, don’t be afraid of this versatile Mexican sauce. I love sharing...


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    Pressure-Cooker Chicken Thighs in Wine Sauce

    12 reviews

    I love this recipe for its incredible flavor—and it seems everyone who tries it does, too. For an easy pairing,...


    Pressure-Cooker Cajun Pork and Rice

    4 reviews

    I created this recipe after returning home from a trip and finding little food in the house. I used ingredients...


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    Pressure-Cooker Barbecued Beef Ribs

    2 reviews

    These tender, tangy ribs taste slow-cooked but are a cinch to make. They’re great for picnics as well as a...


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    Pressure Cooker Savory Mustard Pork Roast

    1 review

    The unique pairing of honey and molasses with diced tomatoes, red wine and stone-ground mustard yields the most delightful mustard...


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    Pressure-Cooker Chinese-Style Ribs

    1 review

    It's nice to walk in after a hard day's work and have dinner ready in a short amount of time....


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    Pressure-Cooker Risotto with Chicken and Mushrooms

    6 reviews

    Portobello mushrooms add an earthy flavor to this creamy classic, while shredded rotisserie chicken makes it a snap to prepare....


    Pressure-Cooker Marinated Mushrooms

    3 reviews

    Here's a terrific healthy addition to any buffet spread. Mushrooms and pearl onions seasoned with herbs, balsamic and red wine...

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    Pressure-Cooker Maple French Toast

    My family and friends all love it when I make this delicious French toast in the morning. It's so delicious...


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    Pressure-Cooker Pork and Cabbage Dinner

    I put on this pressure cooker pork roast in the morning to avoid that evening dinner rush so common on...


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    Pressure Cooker Denver Omelet Frittata

    1 review

    Pepper, onion and ham go into this classic breakfast preparation, made simple thanks to the pressure cooker. Here's the perfect...


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    Pressure Cooker Chicken Enchilada Soup

    3 reviews

    What's the quickest and tastiest way to bring the flavor to your favorite chicken tortilla soup? Instant Pot! This soup...


    Pressure Cooker Rigatoni with Sausage & Peas

    5 reviews

    With a tomatoey meat sauce and tangy goat cheese, this weeknight wonder is my version of comfort food. You want...


    Lora’s Pressure-Cooker Red Beans & Rice

    4 reviews

    My dear mother-in-law passed this simple recipe to me. With meats, beans and savory veggies, it's tasty, easy and economical,...

    Pressure Cooker Hearty Pork & Black Bean Nachos

    2 reviews

    My husband and I are both graduate students right now, so we don't have a lot of time to cook...


    Pot Roast and Vegetables

    1 review

    “My mother used this recipe at least once a week when I was a child,” says Cheryl Rihn of Bloomer,...


    Beef and Pasta Vegetable Soup

    1 review

    Brimming with meat and vegetables, this full-bodied soup is sure to take the chill off frosty weather. Vary the veggies...


    Pressure-Cooker French Dip Sandwiches

    6 reviews

    Beef chuck roast gives this classic sandwich and its rich broth a hearty flavor. Add a crusty roll and you...


    Cornbread-Stuffed Pork Chops

    1 review

    Tart apple adds a delicious flavor to the moist stuffing that fills these savory chops. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen


    Salmon with Spinach Sauce

    You won't have to fish for compliments with this tasty recipe. Poaching is a quick and healthy way to prepare...