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Instant Pot Spaghetti and Meatballs

A quick and easy Instant Pot spaghetti and meatballs recipe made in one pot with rich marinara sauce, tender pasta, and juicy meatballs. Perfect for easy weeknight dinners and quick pasta recipes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Pressure Time 7 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz spaghetti regular
  • 12 to 16 frozen meatballs
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 2 1/4 cups water or broth
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Method
 

  1. Pour water or broth into the Instant Pot insert. Add marinara sauce on top and spread gently without fully mixing.
  2. Break spaghetti in half and place it in a crisscross pattern. Do not stir.
  3. Lightly press the spaghetti so most of it touches the liquid, but do not fully submerge.
  4. Place frozen meatballs evenly on top. Sprinkle garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper over everything. Do not press down.
  5. Close the lid and set the valve to sealing. Cook on high pressure for 5 minutes.
  6. Once cooking is complete, let it rest for 5 minutes, then carefully perform a quick release.
  7. Open the lid and gently stir to separate the noodles. Let the pasta rest for 2 to 3 minutes so the sauce thickens.
  8. Add parmesan cheese, mix gently until melted, and serve warm.

Notes

  • Do not stir before cooking
  • Use regular spaghetti, not thin pasta
  • Follow cook time exactly for best texture
  • Let pasta rest before serving
  • Add extra liquid only if needed after cooking