One of the most popular items on grocery store shelves is boxed pasta. One of my family’s favorite boxed pasta is Pasta Roni, and it’s so good! Today, I tried it in the Instant Pot, and it was amazing!

How to Make Pasta Roni in the Instant Pot
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The Instant Pot is the latest in kitchen appliances, and it’s taking over the cooking scene. How can you resist a cooking method that takes less than 10 minutes to cook pasta? It has taken the internet by storm with its easy, one-pot quick-cooking capabilities. This blog post will walk you through how to make Pasta Roni in your very own Instant Pot!

If you are like me, you got the Instant Pot to make everything you already cook faster, and what can be better than a quick one package dinner or lunch! Of course, this makes for an amazing side dish as well.

After I made with the help of my 15-year-old son, Kraft Macaroni and Cheese in the Instant Pot, I reached or another family favorite, Pasta Roni!

Making pasta has never been easier with the help of the Instant Pot, and over the years, I have made a lot of pasta in my Instant Pot. My favorite Instant Pot Pasta Recipes are Instant Pot Chicken Fajita Pasta, Instant Pot Pasta, Feta, and Tomatoes, Instant Pot Pasta Carbonara, and Instant Pot Copycat Chili’s Cajun Chicken Pasta.

What Is Pasta Roni?

Pasta Roni is a quick and easy meal for people on the go. It can be eaten as a side dish or even as a main entrée. Pasta Roni is full of flavor, which makes it perfect for any time of day!

The boxed pasta comes in many different flavors, such as White Cheddar and Broccoli, Shells and White Cheddar, Garlic & Olive Oil Vermicelli, and Jalapeno Cheddar. The recipe will work the same on all of the boxed pasta dishes.

Ingredients Needed For Instant Pot Pasta Roni

Ingredients Needed For Instant Pot Pasta Roni

Package of Any Pasta Roni

How to Make Pasta Roni in the Instant Pot

Add Pasta Roni To Instant Pot Bowl

Add enough water to cover the noodles. Add your lid, place the vent to sealing, and set the manual high pressure for 4 minutes. When the time is up, do a quick release.

Drain the pasta.

Pasta Roni in Bowl Instant Pot

Add the seasoning mix, butter, and mix, and mix well until the butter is melted.

How to Make Pasta Roni in the Instant Pot

Tips On How To Make Pasta In The Instant Pot

The real key for making a successful batch of dried pasta in the Instant Pot is twofold.

  • The first is to make sure that all of the pasta is submerged in water. Otherwise, you will get hard pasta (or uncooked) on top. Use your spoon, and push down on the pasta. If you need more water than what is called for in the recipe, add it. You can always drain it later.
  • The other key is to stack it so that it’s in different directions, which will prevent the pasta from sticking together.

More Instant Pot Pasta Recipes:

Instant Pot Chicken Fajita Pasta

Instant Pot Pasta, Feta, and Tomatoes

EASY Instant Pot Pasta Carbonara

Instant Pot Copycat Chili’s Cajun Chicken Pasta

Instant Pot Ground Beef and Pasta

Favorite Tools:

6 Quart Instant Pot Duo: 7-IN-1 APPLIANCES: electric pressure cooker, rice cooker, slow cooker, yogurt maker, steamer, sauté pan, and food warmer

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How to Make Pasta Roni in the Instant Pot
How to Make Pasta Roni in the Instant Pot

How to Make Pasta Roni in the Instant Pot

5 from 2 votes
Author: ForkToSpoon.com
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 4 minutes
10 minutes
Total Time: 19 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings

Description

One of the most popular items on grocery store shelves is boxed pasta. One of my family's favorite boxed pasta is Pasta Roni, and it's so good! Today, I tried it in the Instant Pot, and it was amazing!

Ingredients 

  • 1 package Pasta Roni, any variety

ingredient on the back of the package

Instructions

  • Add the noodles to the Instant pot bowl. 
  • Add enough water to cover the noodles. Add your lid, place the vent to sealing, and set the manual high pressure for 4 minutes. When the time is up, do a quick release.
  • Drain the pasta.
  • Add the seasoning mix, butter, and mix, and mix well until the butter is melted.
  • Plate, serve, and enjoy! 

Equipment

  • Instant Pot, or Ninja Foodi, Pressure Cooker

Notes

Tips On How To Make Pasta In The Instant Pot

The real key for making a successful batch of dried pasta in the Instant Pot is twofold.
  • The first is to make sure that all of the pasta is submerged in water. Otherwise, you will get hard pasta (or uncooked) on top. Use your spoon, and push down on the pasta. If you need more water than what is called for in the recipe, add it. You can always drain it later.
  • The other key is to stack it so that it’s in different directions, which will prevent the pasta from sticking together.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 417kcalCarbohydrates: 84gProtein: 15gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 0.3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.2gSodium: 7mgPotassium: 251mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gCalcium: 24mgIron: 1mg

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