Simple Instant Pot Macaroni and Cheese

Two bowls of instant pot mac and cheese are on a wooden cutting board with shredded cheese around the bowls.

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Simple Instant Pot Macaroni and Cheese

Creamy, cheesy Instant Pot mac and cheese that comes together fast with just a few simple ingredients. It’s cozy, comforting, and always a family favorite. It's perfect for busy nights when you want something everyone loves.

Prep Time2

Cook Time4

Total Time6

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Servings: Servings

Calories: 608kcal

Author: Lynn Polito

Equipment

Ingredients

16 oz Elbow Macaroni or your favorite variety
3 cups Broth Low sodium, chicken or vegetable
1 teaspoon Salt
¼ teaspoon Black Pepper
2 tablespoon Butter
¾ cup Milk Whole milk is best
½ teaspoon Garlic powder
3 ½ cups Sharp Cheddar Cheese Freshly Shredded

Instructions

Add the macaroni, broth, butter, salt, and black pepper to the Instant Pot. Give everything a quick stir so the pasta is mostly submerged.
Close the lid. Make sure the knob is on "sealing" and set the Instant Pot to "high pressure" for 4 minutes.
When the time is up, carefully release all the pressure.
Open the Instant Pot and add the milk, garlic powder, and shredded cheese. Mix until the cheese is fully melted. Serve immediately.

Notes

You can use store bought broth or you can use your own homemade broth. I always have chicken broth and turkey broth on hand, but feel free to use vegetable broth too if you would prefer.
Sharp cheddar is classic in mac and cheese, but you can use whatever kind of cheese you have on hand! Use some gouda, Monterey jack, mozzerella cheese, Colby jack, or even a combination of different cheeses. Just make sure you have 3 ½ cups of cheese.

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