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Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes

November 12, 2020 By Vicky 4 Comments

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Mashed potatoes are one of the classic side dishes. One of the things that make mashed potatoes so popular is that they pair well with so many meals. Making mashed potatoes is super easy when you use an Instant Pot. This recipe for Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes will make the creamiest, fluffiest mashed potatoes you’ve ever tried in just 15 minutes. So whether you’re preparing mashed potatoes for Thanksgiving, Christmas or any other day of the week, here is your new go-to recipe.

This recipe for Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes will make the creamiest, fluffiest mashed potatoes you've ever tried in just 15 minutes. #instantpotmashedpotatoes #pressurecookermashedpotatoes


INSTANT POT MASHED POTATOES

You’ve been making mashed potatoes the old fashioned way for years, so why change? Well, the biggest reason for me is that you can have mashed potatoes in just 15 minutes when you make them in the Instant Pot. Plus, they taste just as good if not better that typically prepared mashed potatoes.

WHAT YOU NEED TO MASHED POTATOES IN AN INSTANT POT

  • Russet potatoes 
  • Chicken Stock
  • Milk
  • Butter
  • Salt
  • Pepper

peeled potatoes salt pepper broth

HOW TO COOK MASHED POTATOES IN AN INSTANT POT

Making pressure cooker mashed potatoes is super simple. Start by peeling some russet potatoes. You can also use Yukon potatoes for this recipe. Place the peeled potatoes in the instant pot and pour in the chicken stock.

potatoes in an instant pot

Pressure cook the potatoes for 15 minutes and do a quick release. Mash the potatoes with a potato masher. 

potatoes mashed in an Instant Pot

Add butter and milk to the potatoes and continue mashing.

adding milk to mashed potatoes

Stir in salt and pepper.

 

You can keep the mashed potatoes warm in the Instant Pot for up to 2 hours on the Keep Warm setting. I hope you enjoy this tasty side dish!

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Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes

This recipe for Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes will make the creamiest, fluffiest mashed potatoes you've ever tried in just 15 minutes.

Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword instant pot mashed potatoes
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 141 kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 lb Russet Potatoes Peeled
  • 1 Cup Chicken Stock
  • 1/4 Cup Milk
  • 1/2 Stick Butter
  • 1 Tsp Salt
  • 1 Tsp Pepper

Instructions

  1. Place potatoes in instant pot.
  2. Pour in Chicken Stock.
  3. Pressure Cook for 15 minutes and Quick Release.

  4. Open the pot. Add butter and milk then mash with the potato masher.

  5. Stir in salt and pepper.

  6. Serve & enjoy.

Nutrition Facts
Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes
Amount Per Serving
Calories 141 Calories from Fat 9
% Daily Value*
Fat 1g2%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Cholesterol 2mg1%
Sodium 457mg20%
Potassium 686mg20%
Carbohydrates 29g10%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 2g2%
Protein 5g10%
Vitamin A 16IU0%
Vitamin C 9mg11%
Calcium 31mg3%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

This nutritional information is approximate and was calculated using online calculators. Your nutritional information may vary depending on numerous factors.

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Comments

  1. Chris Collins says

    November 14, 2020 at 5:52 am

    5 stars
    I’ve actually never made mashed potatoes in the IP, but after seeing this I’ll definitely give it a go!!

    Reply
  2. Kushigalu says

    November 14, 2020 at 6:09 am

    5 stars
    Never tried mashed potatoes on IP. sounds delicious. I would love to try this way soon.

    Reply
  3. Elizabeth says

    November 14, 2020 at 8:48 am

    5 stars
    These are so good! My husband loves mashed potatoes and said these were some of the best he’s ever had. Thanks for a great recipe!

    Reply
  4. Jen says

    November 14, 2020 at 9:11 am

    5 stars
    This recipe will definitely come in handy during the holidays when my stovetop and oven are working overtime! Thanks for helping to free up space without having to lose a classic side dish. Love it!

    Reply

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