Easy Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes Recipe
If you’re looking for a quick, delicious side dish that tastes like you’ve been slaving away in the kitchen for hours, then this instant pot mashed potatoes recipe is it. These mashed potatoes are creamy, dreamy, and oh-so-easy to make.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
First off, let’s talk about why this recipe is a game changer for an easy side dish. Imagine perfect, fluffy mashed potatoes with minimal effort. Yes, please! Using the Instant Pot not only saves you time but also ensures consistent, mouth-watering results every single time. Plus, you can set it and forget it while you wrangle the kids. No more stovetop version that requires you to watch it and takes up space on your stove top. Perfect for special occasions or normal weeknight dinners. These truly are the best potatoes ever!
For those of you with a green thumb, growing your own potatoes, can be incredibly rewarding. Not only do you get the freshest potatoes possible, but it’s also a fun activity to do with the kids. Potatoes are relatively easy to grow and don’t require much space. Harvesting your own potatoes brings a whole new level of satisfaction to making mashed potatoes.
Equipment You’ll Need
- Instant Pot or Other Electric Pressure Cooker of Your Choice
- Potato Masher or Electric Mixer
- Wooden Spoon
Simple Ingredients You’ll Need
To whip up this creamy goodness, you’ll need:
- 3 pounds Russet Potaotes or Yukon Gold Potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
- 1 cup Chicken Broth
- 4 tbsp Butter
- 1/2 cup Milk
- Sour Cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: garlic, chives, cheese, or any of your favorite fresh herbs for extra flavor
How to Make Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes Recipe
Prepare the Potatoes: Peel and cut your potatoes into even chunks. This helps them cook evenly.
Instant Pot Time: Add the potato chunks, chicken broth, garlic, and salt to the Instant Pot. Secure the lid and set the valve to sealing. Cook on high pressure for 10 minutes.
Quick Release: Once the cooking time is up, perform a quick release by carefully turning the valve to venting. Make sure to keep your face and hands away from the steam!
Mash Away: Add butter, milk, sour cream, salt and black pepper (optional). Mash the potatoes directly in the Instant Pot using a potato masher or a hand mixer for ultra-smooth potatoes.
Season to Taste: Taste and adjust the seasoning. If you’re feeling fancy, now’s the time to stir in any additional flavors like fresh chives or garlic scape butter.
Tips for the Best Mashed Potatoes
- Choose the Right Potatoes: Russet and Yukon Gold potatoes yield the creamiest texture.
- Don’t Overwork: Over-mashing can make potatoes gummy. Mix just until smooth.
- Don’t Be Afraid To Add More: That buttery flavor provides the best results for these perfect mashed potatoes. If you feel you need to add a little bit more, go for it! Alternatively, if you prefer less butter, use less.
Serving Suggestions
These mashed potatoes are the perfect sidekick for just about any meal. Pair them with roast chicken, beef stew, or a holiday feast. Top with a pat of butter or a drizzle of gravy.
The best part about this instant pot mashed potatoes recipe is that you can leave the mashed potatoes on the warm setting for hours. It makes this the perfect recipe for those busy big meals, like Christmas dinner or Thanksgiving!
Storing and Reheating
Got leftovers? Lucky you! Store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. To reheat, add a splash of milk and warm them in the microwave or on the stove, stirring occasionally until heated through. You can also use them in other ways, like
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Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes Recipe
Ingredients
- 3 pounds Russet Potaotes or Yukon Gold Potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
- 1 cup Chicken Broth
- 4 tbsp Butter
- 1/2 cup Milk
- Sour Cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: garlic, chives, cheese, or any of your favorite fresh herbs for extra flavor
Instructions
- Prepare the Potatoes: Peel and cut your potatoes into even chunks. This helps them cook evenly.
- Instant Pot Time: Add the potato chunks, chicken broth, garlic, and salt to the Instant Pot. Secure the lid and set the valve to sealing. Cook on high pressure for 10 minutes.
- Quick Release: Once the cooking time is up, perform a quick release by carefully turning the valve to venting. Make sure to keep your face and hands away from the steam!
- Mash Away: Add butter, milk, sour cream, salt and black pepper (optional). Mash the potatoes directly in the Instant Pot using a potato masher or a hand mixer for ultra-smooth potatoes.
- Season to Taste: Taste and adjust the seasoning. If you’re feeling fancy, now’s the time to stir in any additional flavors like fresh chives or garlic scape butter.
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