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    Instant Pot Swedish Meatballs

    Modified: Jul 25, 2022 · Published: Sep 24, 2020 by Vicky · This post may contain affiliate links · 6 Comments

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    These Instant Pot Swedish Meatballs will take 10 minutes of prep time and 15 minutes of cooking time! That’s it - just 25 minutes to “dinner is ready”!

    It can be easy to fall into a rut of fixing the same meals for our families but this recipe will give you something new to try. It’s comfort food with a different flavor and the Instant Pot makes it super convenient for you.

    For more yummy pasta dishes, check out our Instant Pot Creamy Sausage Pasta and our Meatball Casserole Recipe.

    This Instant Pot Swedish Meatball recipe from Mess for Less takes just 25 minutes to “dinner is ready”! A family friendly meal!

    What makes these Instant Pot Meatballs awesome

    • With the addition of the noodles, you have a whole meal cooked in one pot.
    • Cooks in 15 minutes thanks to the pressure cooker
    • Perfect to make on a busy evening when you don't have time to cook just like our Crockpot Meatball Subs Recipe.
    Swedish Meatballs in a black bowl

    Ingredients

    • frozen homestyle beef meatballs
    • white onion
    • beef broth
    • rotini pasta
    • heavy cream
    • cornstarch
    • cracked black pepper
    • salt (add more as tasted)
    • paprika
    • water

    How to make Instant Pot Swedish meatballs using frozen meatballs

    Cook pasta on the stove as directed on the box. Drain and set aside. I prefer not to do pasta in the Instant Pot as the results are inconsistent. This can be done as the meatballs are steaming.

    This recipe uses a steamer basket accessory. If you don't already have one, I suggest getting one as it makes your Instant Pot so versatile. Place the steamer basket into the instant pot and pour in 1 cup of water. Add in the frozen meatballs.

    Place lid on instant pot. Set valve to sealed position. Cook on manual or high pressure for 6 minutes. Once the instant pot stops counting, release pressure. Remove the lid.

    meatballs in an instant pot

    Remove meatballs from Instant Pot and place in a bowl and cover.

    Meatballs cooked in the Instant Pot

    Drain the  juice from the Instant Pot insert. Place the insert back into the pot. Pour in beef broth and sliced onions. Set to saute mode.

    broth in an instant pot
    slicked onions on a cutting board

    In a liquid measuring cup, whisk heavy cream, cornstarch, and seasonings. This will make the cornstarch slurry that will thicken the sauce like a gravy. Pour cornstarch slurry into the pot with the beef broth. Bring to a boil on saute mode for about 5 minutes. As it starts to thicken, turn off the pot and let it cook for a few minutes.

    broth and cornstarch in an Instant pot

    Add meatballs and pasta to the pot and toss well. Taste to see if more pepper or salt is needed.

    swedish meatballs in an Instant Pot

    Serve with fresh rosemary for a little extra flavor.

    swedish meatballs in a bowl

    This dinner is going into my meal plan for sure!

    swedish meatballs in a bowl on a checked napkin

    📖 Recipe

    Instant Pot Swedish Meatballs

    Vicky
    This Instant Pot Swedish Meatball recipe from Mess for Less takes just 25 minutes to “dinner is ready”! A family friendly meal!
    5 from 6 votes
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 15 minutes mins
    Total Time 25 minutes mins
    Course Dinner
    Cuisine Swedish
    Servings 6
    Calories 603 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 bag homestyle beef meatballs
    • 1 white onion
    • 28 oz beef broth
    • 16 oz rotini pasta; cook as directed on box I prefer not to do pasta in the pot as the results are inconsistent.
    • 1 cup heavy cream
    • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
    • 2 teaspoons cracked black pepper
    • 1 teaspoon salt add more as tasted
    • 1 tablespoon paprika
    • 1 cup water

    Instructions
     

    • Cook pasta on stove as directed on the box. Drain and set aside. This can be done as the meatballs are steaming.
    • Place steamer basket into the instant pot. Pour in 1 cup water. Add in meatballs. Place lid on instant pot. Set valve to sealed position. Cook on manual or high pressure for 6 minutes. Once the instant pot stops counting release pressure. Remove lid. Remove meatballs to a bowl and cover.
    • Drain juice from pot insert. Place insert back into the pot. Pour in beef broth and sliced onions. Set to saute mode.
    • In a liquid measuring cup whisk heavy cream, cornstarch, and seasonings. This will make the cornstarch slurry that will thicken the sauce like a gravy.
    • Pour cornstarch slurry into the pot witht he beef broth. Bring to a boil on saute mode for about 5 minutes as it starts to thicken turn of pot and let cook for a few minutes. Add meatballs and pasta to the pot and toss well. Taste to see if more pepper or salt is needed.
    • Serve with fresh rosemary for a little extra flavor.

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    Nutrition

    Serving: 6gCalories: 603kcalCarbohydrates: 64gProtein: 22gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 935mgPotassium: 495mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1158IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 67mgIron: 2mg
    Keyword instant pot, instant pot swedish meatballs
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    This nutritional information is approximate and was calculated using online calculators. Your nutritional information may vary depending on numerous factors.

    Frequently asked questions

    How can I make this recipe meatless?

    You can use Quorn Meatless meatballs and substitute vegetable broth for the beef broth.

    How do I store these Instant Pot Swedish Meatballs with noodles?

    They can be refrigerated for 5 days in an airtight container.

    What is the best pressure cooker to use?

    There are lots of varieties of pressure cookers. This one by Instant Pot is a favorite since it holds a lot (8 quarts) and is also a slow cooker in addition to doing lots of other things.

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    1. Marina Olsson says

      December 19, 2020 at 5:11 am

      Hi. Thank you for sharing! Can it be done with fresh meatballs?? Is process and timing same?
      Kind regards,
      Marina

      Reply
    2. Andrea Metlika says

      September 24, 2020 at 2:59 pm

      5 stars
      This is a perfect weeknight meal. Quick, easy and delicious!

      Reply
    3. Sues says

      September 24, 2020 at 2:34 pm

      5 stars
      This is the perfect any night dinner! I've been trying to use my Instant Pot more often now that the weather is getting cooler and this recipe is one that can be made over and over again!

      Reply
    4. Mary says

      September 24, 2020 at 2:30 pm

      5 stars
      I love how easy this is! Popular with the kiddos!

      Reply
    5. Lisa | Garlic & Zest says

      September 24, 2020 at 2:26 pm

      5 stars
      This is such a convenient recipe for last minute meals. Especially if you're using frozen meatballs. So easy.

      Reply
    6. Anita says

      September 24, 2020 at 2:25 pm

      5 stars
      Oh my, a Swedish meatball recipe that can be done under 30 minutes! This will be on a repeat mode for sure. 🙂

      Reply
    Vicky from Mess for Less

    I'm Vicky, the founder of Mess For Less, which I started in 2011 to share easy, family-friendly recipes. With over a decade of experience as a home chef and recipe developer, I love creating meals that bring people together. I also design play and learning activities for kids, using my background as a former teacher with a Master’s degree in education. Learn more about me.

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