Instant Pot Chicken Alfredo Meatballs are served with pasta in a rich, homemade Alfredo sauce, all cooked together in one pot—your Instant Pot. This easy and convenient recipe ensures a delicious meal with minimal cleanup.
Instant Pot Chicken Alfredo Meatballs is a great and flavorful pasta dish. Loaded with ground chicken, pasta, garlic, and covered in Alfredo sauce, this is a great and simple dish, with loads and loads of flavor.
This recipe is so easy to make. It’s such an easy and delicious recipe. This is such a great recipe to make and only takes a few minutes in the Instant Pot to prepare. I love making this, when I am in a rush for dinner, as it could not be easier. It is a family favorite and kid-friendly meal.
Why You Will Love Making Instant Pot Chicken Alfredo Meatballs!
- Quick and Easy: The Instant Pot significantly reduces cooking time, allowing you to prepare a delicious meal in under 30 minutes.
- One-Pot Meal: With pasta, meatballs, and sauce all cooked in a single pot, cleanup is a breeze, making weeknight dinners hassle-free.
- Flavorful and Creamy: The homemade Alfredo sauce infuses rich, creamy flavors into the dish, perfectly complementing the tender chicken meatballs.
- Family-Friendly: This dish is a hit with both kids and adults, offering a comforting and satisfying meal that everyone will enjoy.
- Versatile: You can customize the recipe by adding your favorite vegetables or spices, making it adaptable to your taste preferences.
- Healthy Option: Using chicken meatballs provides a leaner protein option, making the dish a healthier choice without sacrificing flavor.
- Perfectly Cooked Pasta: The Instant Pot ensures the pasta is cooked to perfection, absorbing all the delicious flavors of the sauce and meatballs.
Ingredients Needed For Instant Pot Chicken Alfredo Meatballs
Here are the simple ingredients, you will need for making a delicious batch of Instant Pot Ground Chicken Alfredo Meatballs.
Remember the step-by-step directions and detailed ingredient list below in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post and the nutritional information.
- Ground Chicken: Provides a lean and tender base for the meatballs, ensuring they are juicy and flavorful.
- Large Egg: Acts as a binder to hold the meatball mixture together, giving them a perfect texture.
- Breadcrumbs: Adds structure and helps to keep the meatballs moist and tender.
- Onion Powder: Adds a subtle sweetness and depth of flavor to the meatballs.
- Salt: Enhances the overall taste, ensuring the meatballs are well-seasoned.
- Black Pepper: Adds a mild heat and rounds out the flavors of the meatballs.
- Butter: Provides a rich, creamy base for the Alfredo sauce, adding depth and flavor.
- Heavy Cream: Creates a luxurious, creamy texture that makes the sauce irresistibly smooth.
- Water: Helps to thin the sauce slightly, ensuring it coats the pasta and meatballs evenly.
- Garlic Powder: Infuses the sauce with a delicious, savory garlic flavor.
- Kosher Salt: Enhances the flavors of the sauce, making it perfectly seasoned.
- Nutmeg Powder: Adds a subtle warmth and complexity to the Alfredo sauce.
- Black Pepper: Provides a touch of spice, balancing the richness of the cream and butter.
- Parmesan Cheese: Melts into the sauce, adding a rich, cheesy flavor and a smooth, creamy consistency.
How To Make Chicken Alfredo Meatballs In Instant Pot
Here are the simple steps for making chicken alfredo instant pot meatballs.
In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken with the egg, breadcrumbs, onion powder, salt, and ground black pepper. Mix thoroughly and form the mixture into golf-sized meatballs, setting them aside.
Turn on the Instant Pot and select the Sauté function. Melt the butter in the Instant Pot, then add the heavy cream, water, garlic powder, salt, nutmeg powder, and ground black pepper. Add the prepared meatballs and stir gently to coat them in the sauce.
Select the PRESSURE COOK button and set it to HIGH PRESSURE for 7 minutes, ensuring the valve is in the SEALING position. Once the pressure-cooking cycle is complete, perform a quick release by moving the valve from SEALING to VENTING.
Carefully remove the lid and select the Sauté function again. Stir in the Parmesan cheese and let the sauce simmer and bubble for about 5 minutes. Select the CANCEL button and serve the meatballs hot over pasta or with bread.
Pro Tips For Instant Pot Chicken Alfredo Meatballs
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Use Fresh Ingredients: Freshly ground chicken and high-quality Parmesan cheese can significantly enhance the flavor of your dish.
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Properly Season Meatballs: Make sure to evenly distribute the seasonings in the meatball mixture for consistent taste in every bite.
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Don’t Overmix: When combining the meatball ingredients, mix just until combined to keep the meatballs tender.
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Uniform Meatballs: Form meatballs of the same size to ensure they cook evenly. A small ice cream scoop can help with this.
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Deglaze the Pot: After sautéing the butter and cream, deglaze the pot with the water to prevent any bits from burning during pressure cooking.
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Layer Meatballs Gently: Place the meatballs gently into the Instant Pot to avoid breaking them and ensure they are evenly coated with the sauce.
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Check Sealing Ring: Ensure the Instant Pot’s sealing ring is properly in place to avoid any steam leaks and ensure proper pressure cooking.
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Quick Release Carefully: When performing the quick release, be cautious of the steam to prevent burns. Use a long-handled utensil to move the valve.
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Adjust Sauce Consistency: If the sauce is too thick after adding the Parmesan cheese, you can thin it with a little more cream or water.
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Serve Immediately: For the best texture and flavor, serve the meatballs and sauce immediately over freshly cooked pasta or alongside warm bread.
Instant Pot Chicken Alfredo Meatballs Recipe Faqs
Can I use ground turkey instead of ground chicken? Yes, ground turkey can be used as a substitute for ground chicken. The cooking time and method remain the same.
Can I make this dish ahead of time? Yes, you can prepare the meatballs and sauce ahead of time. Store them separately in the refrigerator and reheat in the Instant Pot on the Sauté setting before serving.
What type of pasta pairs well with chicken Alfredo meatballs? Fettuccine, penne, or spaghetti are great choices. The Alfredo sauce coats these pasta types well, complementing the meatballs perfectly.
How do I prevent the meatballs from falling apart in the Instant Pot? Ensure the meatball mixture is well-combined and form firm, compact meatballs. Avoid overmixing, which can make the meatballs too soft.
Can I use store-bought Alfredo sauce instead of making it from scratch? Yes, you can use store-bought Alfredo sauce. Add it after the meatballs are cooked to avoid burning the sauce during the pressure cooking process.
Is it possible to double the recipe? Yes, you can double the recipe, but ensure your Instant Pot has enough capacity. You may need to cook the meatballs in batches.
What if my sauce is too thin? If the sauce is too thin, you can thicken it by simmering on the Sauté setting for a few more minutes or adding a slurry of cornstarch and water.
Can I add vegetables to this recipe? Yes, you can add vegetables such as broccoli, spinach, or peas. Add them after pressure cooking and cook on the Sauté setting until tender.
How do I store and reheat leftovers? Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the Instant Pot on the Sauté setting or in the microwave until heated through.
Can I freeze the meatballs and sauce? Yes, you can freeze the cooked meatballs and sauce in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before reheating in the Instant Pot or on the stovetop.
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Instant Pot Chicken Alfredo Meatballs
Description
Ingredients
Meatball Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
Alfredo Sauce Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoon butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup water
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg powder
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a large bowl, take ground chicken, add all the ingredients given under meatballs, and mix. Form golf-size balls with your hands and set them aside.
- Turn the Instant pot on and select the Sauté button.
- Melt butter and add heavy cream, water, garlic powder, salt, nutmeg powder, and ground black pepper. Next, add the prepared meatballs and stir to coat.
- Select the PRESSURE COOK button on HIGH PRESSURE for 7 minutes. (Make sure the valve is in SEALING position).
- Once the pressure-cooking cycle is over, quick release pressure by manually moving the valve from SEALING to VENTING position.
- Select the CANCEL button and take the lid off carefully.
- Turn the Instant pot on and select the Sauté button.
- Add parmesan cheese and let the sauce bubble for 5 minutes.
- Select the CANCEL button.
- Serve hot over pasta or with bread and enjoy.
Equipment
- Instant Pot
- Cooking Spray
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MsMz
one package of pasta = ?
I buy in bulk and one package of what I buy would be way too much!
let me know, please.
definitely want to try this recipe!
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