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Creamy Instant Pot Penne Pasta

A rich and comforting one-pot penne pasta cooked in the Instant Pot with a silky parmesan cream sauce.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian-inspired
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 12 oz penne pasta dry
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup parmesan cheese freshly grated

Equipment

  • Instant Pot
  • Wooden spoon
  • Measuring cups

Method
 

  1. Sauté garlic in butter and olive oil using Instant Pot Sauté mode.
  2. Add penne, broth, and seasonings; stir gently.
  3. Pressure cook on High for 5 minutes.
  4. Quick release pressure and stir.
  5. Add heavy cream and parmesan; stir until creamy.
  6. Adjust seasoning and serve warm.

Notes

Add a splash of broth when reheating to loosen sauce.