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    Instant Pot Meatballs

    Published: Dec 19, 2022 Modified: Jan 23, 2023 by Isabel Laessig

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    Quick, easy, and so delicious! My juicy Instant Pot Meatballs Recipe is as simple as it gets and ready in 15 minutes. Moist and flavorful, these are the best beef meatballs for spaghetti, meatball subs, over rice, and more. They are so quick and easy to make!

    Close up of instant pot meatballs on a white dish with a side of dipping sauce

    Meatballs in the Instant Pot

    You haven't tried juicy meatballs until you try making them my way. Trust me, I was super hesitant to try making meatballs in the instant pot but once I did, I have never looked back! These are hands down the best meatballs around.

    These meatballs in the instant pot recipe use a tasty seasoning blend that takes them over the top. I guarantee you're going to love this recipe. It's so easy!

    Try this recipe once and it will become your new favorite ground beef recipe! My family's other favorite is my Instant Pot Hamburger Soup. It is super easy and so amazingly delicious.

    This recipe was so easy to follow and delicious. Added bonus, I love making meatballs without using my oven in the summer!

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    ingredients to make instant pot beef meatballs labeled on a table

    Instant Pot Meatball Ingredients

    • Ground beef
    • Ground sausage
    • Eggs
    • Italian bread crumbs
    • Garlic powder
    • Onion powder
    • Italian seasoning
    • Parmesan cheese
    • Sea salt to taste
    • Beef broth
    • Olive oil

    A mix of ground beef and ground sausage is perfect for this recipe. Paired with Italian bread crumbs and seasoning, plus Parmesan cheese, these meatballs have so much flavor and are perfectly moist.

    What really sets this simple meatball recipe apart from others is the use of beef broth. They cook on a trivet over the top of the broth, absorbing so much flavor!

    How to Make Meatballs in the Instant Pot

    1. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef and ground sausage.
      Ground beef in a glass bowl
    2. Beat eggs in a separate bowl, then combine it with the meat mixture.
      Mixing egg into ground beef in a glass bowl
    3. Add Italian bread crumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian seasoning to the bowl. Mix well.
      Seasonings and breadcrumbs over ground beef in a glass bowl
    4. Mix Parmesan cheese in with the beef mixture until fully combined.
      Parmesan over ground beef in a glass bowl
    5. Form the meat mixture into balls by rolling them in your hands. You can make regular size or even mini meatballs.
      Rolling instant pot meatballs next to a plate of rolled meatballs
    6. Add your trivet to the Instant Pot, then pour in beef broth.
      Adding beef stock to the instant pot under a trivet
      Place your meatballs on the trivet, stacking up as necessary.
      Adding meatballs to the instant pot
      Add the lid, then cook on high pressure for 7 minutes and natural release for 5 minutes.
    7. Remove from the Instant Pot when done and drain the liquid.
      Removing instant pot meatballs from the pot after cooking
      Set the pot to saute mode and add olive oil. Place meatballs back into the pot once the oil is hot and cook until they brown. Serve, and enjoy!
      Cooked meatballs browning in the instant pot

    Pressure Cooker Meatballs Tips

    • Don't over-mix! This is the most important step, mix just enough to combine all the flavors.
    • Don't overcook! Even in the Instant Pot, you have to be careful not to overcook ground beef.
    • Don't skip the sausage. The sausage adds amazing flavor and creates a juicy middle.

    Instant Pot Meatball Recipes FAQs

    Can you make this recipe ahead of time?

    Yes! These Instant Pot Meatballs will last in your fridge for 3-5 days.We love to prepare them ahead of time to add to dinner throughout the week, like spaghetti and meatballs or meatball subs.

    Can you freeze meatballs after they are cooked?

    Yes! Prepare the recipe as directed, then allow them to cool. Place in a single layer on a baking sheet, then add them to the freezer until frozen solid, about 1 hour or so. Once frozen, transfer it to a freezer-safe bag and label it with the freezing date.

    What makes this the best meatball recipe?

    Pressure cooker meatballs are so easy and so juicy!
    They are ready in 15 minutes or less with only 7 minutes of cooking time.
    The moistest meatballs recipe ever!
    So flavorful, you can eat them as-is or in your favorite dishes!

    Dipping a meatball in dipping sauce with parmesan on top

    How to Reheat Meatballs

    Reheating meatballs in the oven

    1. Preheat oven to 300°F.
    2. Line a baking sheet or dish with your leftover meatballs.
    3. Cover the sheet or dish with foil so the meatballs won't dry out.
    4. Heat until warmed through, about 5-10 minutes.

    If you're reheating meatballs without sauce, this is the best way to do it in the oven.

    Reheating meatballs in the Instant Pot

    1. Add 1 cup of water to your Instant Pot. Place the trivet over top.
    2. Place leftover Instant Pot meatballs in a heatproof container that fits into the pot. Add about 1 Tbsp. water or beef broth to the container. If reheating with sauce, you do not need to add water or broth. Cover the container with foil.
    3. Place the container on the trivet in the pot and close the lid. Set to the Steam function for 3-5 minutes depending on the amount you are reheating. Vent, serve, and enjoy!
    Instant pot meatballs stacked on a white dish with a side of dipping sauce

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    Instant Pot Meatballs

    Our Instant Pot Meatballs recipe is as easy as it gets! These are the best beef meatballs, ready in 15 minutes and with so much flavor.
    Prep Time10 mins
    Cook Time7 mins
    Additional Time5 mins
    Total Time22 mins
    Course: Instant Pot Beef Recipes
    Cuisine: American, Italian
    Keyword: instant pot meatball recipe, instant pot meatballs, meatballs in instant pot, pressure cooker meatballs
    Servings: 25 meatballs
    Calories: 83kcal
    Author: Isabel Laessig

    Equipment

    • Instant Pot pressure cooker

    Ingredients

    • ½ lb. ground sausage
    • 1 lb. ground beef
    • 2 eggs
    • ½ cup Italian breadcrumbs
    • 1 tsp. garlic powder
    • 1 tsp. onion powder
    • ½ tablespoon Italian seasoning
    • ½ cup Parmesan cheese
    • Sea salt to taste
    • 1 cup beef broth
    • 1 Tbsp. olive oil

    Instructions

    • In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef and ground sausage.
      Ground beef in a glass bowl
    • Beat 2 eggs in a separate bowl, then combine it with the meat mixture.
      Mixing egg into ground beef in a glass bowl
    • Add Italian bread crumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian seasoning to the bowl. Mix well.
      Seasonings and breadcrumbs over ground beef in a glass bowl
    • Mix Parmesan cheese in with the beef mixture until fully combined.
      Parmesan over ground beef in a glass bowl
    • Form the meat mixture into balls by rolling them in your hands. You can make regular size meatballs or even mini meatballs.
      Rolling instant pot meatballs next to a plate of rolled meatballs
    • Add your trivet to the Instant Pot, then pour in beef broth.
      Adding beef stock to the instant pot under a trivet
    • Place your meatballs on the trivet, stacking up as necessary. Add the lid, then cook on high pressure for 7 minutes and natural release for 5 minutes.
      Adding meatballs to the instant pot
    • Remove your meatballs from the Instant Pot when done and drain the liquid.
      Removing instant pot meatballs from the pot after cooking
    • Set the pot to saute mode and add olive oil. Place the meatballs back into the pot once the oil is hot and cook until they brown. Serve, and enjoy!
      Cooked meatballs browning in the instant pot

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    Notes

    • Don't over mix! This is the most important step, mix just enough to combine all the flavors.
    • Don't overcook! Ideally, you want a crispy outer layer with a juicy inside.
    • Don't skip the sausage. The sausage adds amazing flavor and creates a juicy middle.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1g | Calories: 83kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 34mg | Sodium: 161mg

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    About Isabel Laessig

    Isabel Laessig, better known as Family Foodie and the founder of the Sunday Supper Movement, is passionate about food and family! She is the author of the Boujee Steak Cookbook, and makes regular television appearances to spread her mission of bringing Sunday Supper back around the family table in every home.

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    1. Beth says

      May 20, 2021 at 7:33 pm

      5 stars
      Turned out great. Meatballs stayed together and were delicious. Doubled the batch, but still only cooked half at a time. Put then2 cups of broth in the bottom of my 8qt IP. Left the broth in the bottom and cooked the 2nd half. With the broth already hot the 2nd batch gets to pressure quicker.

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      • Em Beitel says

        May 21, 2021 at 10:33 am

        That's awesome, Beth! We're so glad you enjoyed them - thank you for your feedback! That's a great tip about leaving the broth in to cook another batch!

        Reply
    2. Tyler says

      August 20, 2021 at 7:06 pm

      5 stars
      This is outstanding. Followed to a T but left out the breadcrumbs as I am gluten intolerant. They're a little stickier to work with that way but they still kept their form and came out perfect. My wife and I have both been making meatballs for around 25 years and these are by far the best we've ever had, both agreed.
      That sausage mixed in there takes them to a whole other level, plus the beef broth kicker. Thanks so much for sharing this!

      Reply
      • Em Beitel says

        August 23, 2021 at 1:03 pm

        Thank you so much, Tyler! That's incredible! We're so glad you and your wife enjoyed them!

        Reply
    3. Ixchel says

      November 13, 2021 at 6:07 pm

      If cooking turkey meatballs how long do we cook in instant pot for?

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      • Em Beitel says

        November 16, 2021 at 5:43 pm

        Hi Ixchel! Cook them for 10 minutes on high pressure if you're using turkey. Enjoy!

        Reply
    4. Sheri says

      January 15, 2022 at 12:43 pm

      5 stars
      The only hing I did different was I seared the meatballs first and then again at the end. This was mainly as I made them nice an small and so it avoided them breaking and falling through the trivet. They were excellent!

      Reply
      • Em Beitel says

        January 17, 2022 at 10:45 am

        That is awesome, Sheri! We're so glad you enjoyed it! Thank you so much!

        Reply

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