21 Day Fix Instant Pot Recipes You'll Actually Want to Eat - unOriginal Mom (2024)

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Looking for healthy recipe ideas? Here’s a list of 21 Day Fix Instant Pot Recipes that look and sound so delicious, you’ll actually be excited about eating them! Great for 21 Day Fix meal planning.

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Happy New Year! It’s time for everybody and their brother to jump on board the “exercise and eat better” bandwagon, right? Right! Well, as cliche as it may seem, I’m jumping into another round of the 21 Day Fix today.Quite honestly, not a lot of it has to do with the fact that it’s January 1…I’ve been needing to (andwanting to)get back into a better regimen of exercise and eating well, but there have been some things in life lately that have kept that from happening. I put it off repeatedly – for good reason, actually – and now it seems like the reason I was putting it off may be the reason I shouldn’t have been putting it off. Ha! That’s clear as mud, I know. Bottom line is, I need a reset on my eating and exercise habits, and 21 Day Fix is a great way to do that!

First things first…what is the 21 Day Fix? I first tried this program two summers ago and saw amazing results. I lost 8 pounds and 7 inches over the first 3 weeks,for a total of 15 pounds and 17 inches over the first 2 months. It’s not so much a “diet program” as it is a lifestyle re-set. I wrote all about my 21 Day Fix Journey here. (No, I’m not a Beachbody coach, and no, I’m not trying to sell you anything. It’s just my honest take on what the experience was like.)

But in any case, as I was looking up new recipes and putting together my meal plan, I found some really amazing looking21 Day FixInstant Potrecipes that I really wanted to try…and I thought they were worth sharing with you! So if you’re jumping into a round of 21 Day Fix, or just looking for some healthy recipes,here’s a great collection of pressure cooker recipes to try. I’ve included the container counts for each recipe for your convenience as you are working on your meal plan.

I love my electric pressure cooker (most people have an Instant Pot, but this is the electric pressure cooker I have), though I’m not as raving mad about it as some people. It works really well for things like soups, stews, and chilis, and makes a terrific pot roast. It’s good for shredded chicken and beef, too. It’s not nearly as fast as people make it out to be, though – the cook time for a pressure cooker is faster than a stove top, but that doesn’t include the time it takes to come to pressure (about 10-15 minutes) plus the time it takes to release the pressure after it’s done (another 5-15 minutes depending on whether you do quick release or natural release). Don’t forget to account for that in your meal prep time. I do think it is a handy appliance to have, so if you have the funds and the storage space for it, I’d recommend it!

In any case, I’m looking forward to adding some of these 21 Day FixInstant Pot recipes to my meal plan this time around. I’ll try to remember to come back and update this post as I try out these recipes. And if you try them, leave a comment and let me know what you think!

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Instant Pot Chicken Bruschetta from Carrie Elle

Nothing but apples and water in this applesauce! Add some pumpkin pie spice and heat it up for a delicious dessert-like treat that’s totally Fix-approved.Pressure Cooker Applesauce from Provincial Paleo(1 P)

Instant Pot Lemon Chicken Noodle Soup from The Foodie and the Fix (1G, 1.5R, 1Y)

21 Day Fix Broccoli Cheddar Soup from The Foodie and the Fix (1.5G, 1B, 1/4R, 1/2tsp)

21 Day Fix Italian Wedding Soup from The Foodie and the Fix(1/2G, 1R, 1Y, 1B)

Coconut Curry Butternut Squash Soup from The Foodie and the Fix (1G, 1/3B)
[This is one of my favorites! I make a big batch and eat it for lunch all week long.]

Chipotle Pumpkin Turkey Chili from The Foodie and the Fix (2/3R, 2/3G, 1/4P, 1/2Y)

21 Day Fix Instant Pot Beef Stew from The Foodie and the Fix(1.5R, 1G)

Instant Pot Clean Chicken Teriyaki from Clean Eats and Treats
(I’d just count this as 1R and serve over brown rice which would be 1Y)

Pressure Cooker Chili-Lime Chicken from Our Best Bites
(the chicken counts as 1R, perfect for putting with a salad, burrito bowl, wrap, etc.)

21 Day Fix Instant Pot Chicken Marsala from Confessions of a Fit Foodie (1R, 1/2G, 1tsp)

21 Day fix Instant Pot Asian Chicken Thighs from Confessions of a Fit Foodie (1R, 1tsp)

21 Day Fix Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Chili from Confessions of a Fit Foodie (1R, 1G, 1/4B)


21 Day Fix Instant Pot Beef Bolognese with Spaghetti Squash from Confessions of a Fit Foodie
(1R, 2G, 1tsp)

21 Day Fix Instant Pot Mac and Cheese (gluten free) from Confessions of a Fit Foodie
(1 1/3Y, 1/3G, 1B, 1/2 tsp)

Instant Pot Sweet Potatoes from Add a Pinch (1Y)

Chipotle Shredded Beef from Savory Made Simple
(1R – serve in tacos, over salad, over rice, in a burrito bowl, etc)

21 Day Fix Instant Pot Shrimp and Spaghetti Squash Fra Diavolo from The Foodie and the Fix
(1R, 2G)

21 Day Fix Zuppa Toscana from Confessions of a Fit Foodie(1R, 1Y, 2/3G, 1/3 B)

I hope you’re inspired by these 21 Day Fix Instant Pot recipes! Let me know if you have any other favorite recipes for the 21 Day Fix, I’m always looking for new ones to try.

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FAQs

Are instant pot meals healthy? ›

Instant pot recipes are absolutely healthy as long as what you put in the recipe is healthy,” she says.

Is Instant Pot good for meal prep? ›

I love the Instant Pot for its ability to quickly cook weeknight dinners and because it's great for batch cooking. This Power Hour takes advantage of both by using the Instant Pot to prep breakfast and lunch options while you prep dinners that will be cooked in the Instant Pot later in the week.

Can you make everything in an Instant Pot? ›

In general, Instant Pots do so much more than just pressure cooking and can be used as a rice cooker, slow cooker, steamer yogurt maker, sauté pan, and a meal warmer.

Can instant pot cook anything? ›

But just because this versatile gadget can technically do it all, that doesn't mean it should. In fact, there are a handful of foods that just shouldn't be pressure-cooked. Among them are dairy and fried foods, as well as burgers and steaks. These foods are not Instant-Pot-friendly for a multitude of reasons.

What foods should not be cooked in an Instant Pot? ›

6 Things You Should Never Cook in an Instant Pot
  1. Creamy Sauces. If there's one food group you should avoid in the Instant Pot, it's dairy. ...
  2. Fried Chicken. The best fried chicken is crisp on the outside, juicy on the inside and perfectly golden brown. ...
  3. Cookies. ...
  4. Burgers. ...
  5. Pie. ...
  6. Steak.

What is the disadvantage of Instant Pot? ›

Con– The Instant Pot uses steam under pressure to cook food and not everything is meant to be cooked in the Instant Pot. I attempted a crustless quiche which turned out well but it was too wet and moist to my liking and I prefer to cook it in the oven with dry heat.

Are Instapots better than crockpots? ›

An Instant Pot does have more functionality (like sautéing, pressure cooking, slow cooking, and acts as a rice cooker, steamer, and warmer!) than a slow cooker, but if you don't plan to use all of its extra functions and just prefer the simplicity of a slow-cooker, then you might prefer a Crock-Pot.

Is it better to meal prep or cook everyday? ›

It allows for greater control over portion sizes, and the flexibility to plan for specific dietary needs or preferences. Meal prepping is a great option for those who want to eat healthy, homemade meals, but may not have the time to cook from scratch every day.

What is the best long lasting meal prep? ›

Soups, stews, and chili are the ideal meal prep because they last a little longer than most meals (up to five or six days) AND they're extremely freezer-friendly. If you're new to meal prep and are nervous about how foods taste after a few days, I recommend starting with a soup, stew, or chili.

What's the first thing I should cook in my Instant Pot? ›

Try making staples like eggs, sweet potatoes, rice, or lentils using just the pressure cooker function. Then move on to a recipe that uses both the sauté and pressure cooker functions, like Kalua pork, or spaghetti with meat sauce (hands down my favorite Instant Pot recipe).

Why shouldn't potatoes be cooked in a pressure cooker? ›

Mostly we boil potatoes in a pressure cooker, but like rice, potatoes also contain a lot of starch. This is the reason why boiling or cooking in this pressure cooker is not considered good for health. If you still plan to use cooker for the same, add a lot of water and wash them thoroughly post cooking.

Can you overcook in an Instant Pot? ›

Unfortunately, once you overcook a piece of meat in the pressure cooker, there's no going back. You'll be left with a pile of dry, crunchy, tasteless fibers and no amount of additional pressure cooking is going to put that moisture back into the meat.

Is cooking in a pressure cooker unhealthy? ›

Yes, cooking in a pressure cooker is healthy as it uses steam to cook food, the insulated and sealed body does not allow the water to evaporate thus preserving the nutrients in the food. Pressure cookers do not require oil to cook making them even healthier.

Are Instant Pots safe to eat from? ›

Yes, electric pressure cookers like the Instant Pot are generally safe and easy to use.

What's healthier Instant Pot or air fryer? ›

Instant Pot uses pressure cooking method to make food faster and easier, while air fryer uses hot air method to make oil-free and healthier food. Yes, you can make healthy and oil-free recipes using Instant Pot, but you can also use it to make cakes and junk food.

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