Flavorful Instant Pot Spaghetti Recipe

The Easiest Instant Pot Spaghetti with Meat Sauce – A One-Pot Wonder!

Craving a hearty, homemade meal but short on time? This Instant Pot Spaghetti with Meat Sauce is the perfect solution! With just a handful of ingredients and one pot, you can have a delicious, comforting dinner on the table in under 30 minutes—no boiling, draining, or extra dishes required. The Instant Pot does all the work, infusing the pasta with rich, savory flavors as it cooks. Whether you're feeding a busy family or just want an easy meal with minimal cleanup, this recipe is sure to become a weeknight favorite. Let’s get cooking!

What You’ll Need & How to Make It

For this Instant Pot Spaghetti with Meat Sauce, you’ll need an Instant Pot, lean ground beef, spaghetti noodles, your favorite pasta sauce, water, and seasonings like salt, pepper, italian seasoning, onion and garlic powder. Start by setting your Instant Pot to Sauté mode, then cook the ground beef with the seasonings until browned. Next, break the spaghetti in half and layer it over the meat. Pour the pasta sauce and water over the top, ensuring the noodles are fully covered (but don’t stir!). Seal the lid and cook on High Pressure for 8 minutes. Once done, do a manual quick release of the steam, stir everything together, and enjoy your perfectly cooked, one-pot spaghetti!

Delicious Variations & Customizations

One of the best things about this Instant Pot Spaghetti with Meat Sauce is how easy it is to customize! Instead of ground beef, you can use Italian sausage for a bolder, spicier flavor, or go with frozen or homemade meatballs for a classic twist. If you’re looking for a lighter option, ground turkey or chicken work great too!

Want to switch up the pasta? While traditional spaghetti is a favorite, you can also use linguine, fettuccine, or even penne—just be sure to adjust the cooking time slightly based on the pasta type. For extra richness, stir in some Parmesan or mozzarella cheese after cooking, or top each serving with shredded cheese for a melty, cheesy finish. No matter how you make it, this one-pot meal is guaranteed to be delicious and satisfying!

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