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Delicious homemade meatballs served in a white bowl, perfect comfort food.

Instant Pot Frozen Meatballs

These Instant Pot Frozen Meatballs are tender, juicy and cooked in rich marinara sauce in about 15 minutes. No thawing required, making this the perfect easy dinner for busy weeknights.
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Course: dinner, Main Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Prep Time: 2 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 639kcal
Author: Megan Porta

Equipment

  • 1 Pressure Cooker

Ingredients

  • 24 oz marinara or pasta sauce
  • 1/2 cup beef broth or water
  • 32 oz frozen meatballs ~24-30 meatballs
  • Italian seasoning, garlic powder, red pepper flakes optional seasonings

Instructions

  • Pour the jar of marinara and the water (or broth) into the Instant Pot. Stir.
  • Dump the frozen meatballs directly into the sauce. No thawing required. Stir gently to coat.
  • Sprinkle on Italian seasoning, garlic powder or red pepper flakes, if desired.
  • Secure the lid and set the valve to Sealing. Pressure Cook on High for 5 minutes. The pot will take about 10 minutes to come to pressure.
  • Let the pot naturally release for 5 minutes, then quick release the remaining pressure. Stir gently and serve over pasta, in hoagie rolls or as-is for meal prep.

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Notes

  • Frozen meatballs do not need to be thawed before cooking.
  • The Instant Pot will take about 10 minutes to come to pressure before the cook time begins.
  • Beef broth can be used instead of water for extra flavor.
  • For a thicker sauce, use Sauté mode for a few minutes after cooking.
  • For a thinner sauce, stir in a splash of broth or water before serving.
  • Mini meatballs may need only 3 minutes of cook time, while jumbo meatballs may need closer to 7 minutes.
  • This recipe works with beef, turkey, chicken, plant-based or homemade frozen meatballs.
  • Serve over pasta, rice or mashed potatoes, or use for meatball subs and appetizers.

Nutrition

Calories: 639kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 41g | Fat: 49g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 22g | Cholesterol: 163mg | Sodium: 1045mg | Potassium: 1172mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 752IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 57mg | Iron: 4mg
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