Pressure Cooker Macaroni and Cheese

Name: Pressure Cooker Macaroni and Cheese
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 10 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 0.5 tsp Black Pepper; 2 tbsp Butter; 1 qt Chicken Stock; 0.5 tsp Dry Mustard; 0.5 tsp Garlic Powder; 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese; 0.5 tsp Liquid Smoke; 16 oz Macaroni; 1 cup Milk; 0.5 tsp Paprika; 0.5 tsp Salt; 8 oz Shredded Cheddar Cheese

Side Dish 🥗Dinner 🍽️Lunch 🥪 American Sugar-Free Vegetarian 🥦Comfort-Food

Pressure Cooker Macaroni and Cheese delivers tender elbows coated in a rich, velvety blend of Cheddar and Parmesan with a whisper of smoke, mustard, and paprika. It’s creamy, comforting, and weeknight-friendly—perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or a cozy side alongside roasted meats.

Prep5 mins
Cook15 mins
Serves10
DifficultyEasy

1

Place the macaroni, chicken stock, salt, dry mustard, liquid smoke, paprika, pepper, and garlic powder into a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as an Instant Pot). Close and lock the lid. Choose high pressure per the manufacturer's directions and set the timer for 4 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for the pressure to build.
2

Carefully release the pressure using the quick-release method as directed by the manufacturer, about 5 minutes. Unlock and lift off the lid.
3

Stir in the butter, then the milk. Add the Cheddar and Parmesan cheese and stir until melted. The mixture will be soupy at first.
4

Select the Keep Warm setting on the Instant Pot and let the macaroni sit, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the liquid is absorbed and the texture is smooth and creamy, about 15 minutes.