So you are planning to host some family and friends over but then worry takes over. Not only do you have mediocre cooking skills but also not enough time to prepare an amazing feast due to your busy schedule.
Worry not because, with the Instant Pot, you can prepare a whole array of meals that will surely leave a lasting impression on your guests. And the best thing is that you'll be saving a lot of time!
The Instant Pot has been around for a few years, so you have probably heard just how useful it can be. It's a multi-cooker that functions as a pressure cooker, rice cooker, steamer, saute pan and many more. In fact, you can even make your own yogurt with this nifty gadget!
With the Instant Pot, your food will taste like you've been cooking it for hours even though you only spent a portion of that time cooking. It will also save you money in the long run.
If you already have an Instant Pot at home, it's time to make full use of it. Here are some of the best recipes you can serve to your guests.
6 Creative Instant Pot recipes for your next party
Instant Pot Orange Chicken
For Asian night, try cooking this Instant Pot Orange Chicken recipe. It will taste even better than the ones from Panda Express. The best thing is that this version will surely be healthier because it is homemade.
If you want something with a little more kick to it, you can add your favorite pepper or just Sriracha. This dish would be perfect with some white rice. Make more than enough so you can freeze the leftovers. This way you can just heat up a portion when you start craving!
Instant Pot Rice
You'll never have to worry about serving burnt or undercooked rice ever again. The Instant Pot Rice is so easy to prepare, all you need to remember is that the time of cooking will differ depending on what kind of rice you will be using.
The ratio between the rice and water remains at 1 is to 1 so you don't need to worry about measurements. If you want a more delicious result, you can use broth instead of water.
Instant Pot Chicken Breasts
So you've rushed home to prepare some food for your dinner party, only to realize that you forgot to thaw the chicken for dinner! Don't panic yet! You can easily make Instant Pot Chicken Breasts in half an hour. Yes, you can put it onto the cooker straight from the freezer.
Just make sure to add some of your favorite seasonings so that the chicken will be more flavorful. In the absence of herbs like rosemary and thyme, you can easily use some good quality olive oil, butter and of course, salt and pepper.
Instant Pot Chicken Tikka Masala
If you're looking for a dish to satisfy some Indian food cravings, then the Instant Pot Chicken Tikka Masala is a perfect choice. This is another dish that would be perfect with rice.
Before cooking this dish, it's important to have all the ingredients ready, most especially the spices as they will make or break your dish. Have on hand turmeric, ground cumin, curry powder, ginger, ground coriander, and of course, ground masala. If you cannot find them in your supermarkets, look for them in an Asian grocery.
Instant Pot Pork Chops
If you want a heavy entree, the Instant Pot Pork Chops will truly satisfy. Be sure to choose the bone-in kind as this will bring more flavor. You only need less than an hour for this dish to be done and for most of it, you will just wait for the meat to cook.
Use the free time to prepare some great side dish to go with your meat, such as mashed potatoes or green beans.
Instant Pot Creme Brulee
If you really want to impress your guests, better make sure that the food you serve them will include dessert. The great thing about this all-around kitchen tool is that you can even bake some desserts with them! This Instant Pot Creme Brulee will surely be a hit with your guests.
The thing with this, though, is that it would be better to prepare it ahead. This is so that they will be able to set properly. If you do not have time the day before, why not try making it during the weekend? They can be kept in your fridge for up to four days. If you decide to freeze them, you can actually make them months in advance!
Just make sure to add the sugar before serving and use your trusty torch for the sugar to be caramelized. If you do not have that tool on hand, a broiler will achieve the same effect.
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