How to Make Ultimate Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like a perfectly creamy, indulgent serving of mashed potatoes. This classic side dish is a favorite at holiday gatherings, potlucks, and family dinners. And with the help of the Instant Pot, making the ultimate mashed potatoes has never been easier! Whether you're looking for a simple comfort food dish or a show-stopping addition to your dinner table, this recipe for Ultimate Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes delivers on flavor and texture.

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Ingredients

  • 3 large Yukon Gold potatoes, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
  • 2 cups chicken stock, or more to taste
  • 2 tablespoons salted butter, softened, or more to taste
  • 1 clove garlic, minced, or more to taste
  • 3 tablespoons cream cheese, softened (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Layer potatoes onto a steamer basket set inside a multi-functional electric pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot). Add chicken stock and secure the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 9 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.
  • Carefully remove sliced potatoes from the steamer basket; drain and reserve remaining stock.
  • Place butter and garlic in the empty pressure cooker; select Saute function. Cook and stir for 90 seconds. Return potatoes to the pot and mash with cream cheese.
  • Nutrition

    204 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 28mg
    • Sodium: 424mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 26g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 15mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 22mg