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    Home » Recipes » Instant Pot Recipes » Broccoli Cheddar Pasta | Instant Pot Pasta

    Broccoli Cheddar Pasta | Instant Pot Pasta

    Posted on Nov 15, 2021 · Last Updated on May 9, 2022 by sharmila kingsly

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    Broccoli Cheddar Pasta in Instant Pot is an easy weeknight dinner option. Just minimal effort and ingredients a delicious dinner is ready in no time.

    Broccoli Cheddar Pasta

    A bowl of hot cheese one pot pasta is a comfort food for a cold night. Very little effort and results are totally worth it. Couldn't ask for a better dinner on a busy weekday.

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    Instant Pot Pasta

    Cooking pasta is so much easier in Instant Pot. Everything comes together as a meal in less time. It is perfect for a quick meal also the pasta stays fresh and warm for a longer time.

    Mac and Cheese with broccoli

    Macaroni and Cheese also knoan as Mac n Cheese is a very famous cheddar cheese and macaroni pasta. It is traditionally baked as a casserole. However cooking in ctove top or even in Instant Pot is also common these days. Macaroni broccoli cheese goes very well together. we can adapt this delicious cheese broccoli pasta as broccoli mac n cheese . It might be a lovely variation and kids too will love this variation.

    Ingredients:

    Broccoli Cheddar Pasta Ingredients

    Liquids - I totally use 1.5 cups of liquid for 1 cup of Pasta. It is milk plus water. Adjust the quantity of liquids as if prefer. If you prefer a rich version you may use milk fully. You can also add up to 2 cups as the pasta tends to thicken as it cooks.

    Pasta- I am using shell pasta. Use any as you prefer but the cooking time and the liquid used may differ. Check the package instructions for the details.

    Broccoli - Use fresh broccoli florets. You can also add in more veggies like sweet corn, frozen peas, grated carrot, or mushroom. Add as per your preference.

    Red Chilli Flakes - Chili flakes add a nice color and touch to the pasta.

    Spice powders -I am using garlic powder and pepper powder minimal ingredients but they enhance the taste of the pasta.

    Cheddar cheese- This elevates the taste and makes a creamy pasta. You can even increase it to 1 cup for creamier pasta.

    Fresh cream - Adds richness to the pasta.

    How to make Broccoli Cheddar Pasta

    1. Add ½ cup of milk and 1 cup of water to the inner steel pot of the instant pot. and then add in 1 cup of pasta shells.

    2. Next add in 1 tbsp of red chili flakes, ½ tsp garlic powder, ½ tsp pepper powder, and the salt to taste.

    3. Combine everything and then add in 1.5 cups of broccoli florets.

    4. Close the instant pot and turn the pressure valve to the sealing position. Set 2 mins in high pressure.

    5. After 10 mins do a quick release and open the instant pot. The pasta appears lightly watery. Now turn on the Instant pot in saute mode.

    6. Add in ¾ cup of grated cheddar cheese and combine.

    7. Next add in ⅓ cup of fresh cream and mix well.

    8. Turn off the Instant Pot. Cheddar Broccoli Pasta is now ready. Pasta thickens as it cools.

    Tips & Variations

    • If you are a cheese lover you may add in more cheese for a rich and creamy cheesy broccoli pasta
    • As a variation, you may also try broccoli cheddar pasta bake. At the beginning of the year, you might notice the viral tik tok feta pasta. This too makes a yummy addition.
    • You can also add in whipping cream instead of fresh creamy for a more creamy broccoli pasta. whipping cream has more fat than fresh cream.
    • You can also modify the recipe using macaroni pasta for broccoli mac and cheese.
    • I am using taco shell pasta. You may use any pasta variety as you like.
    • The cooking time may vary based on the type of paste used.
    • You can use macraoni pasta, penne pasta, orzo pasta, bowtie pasta too.
    • Pasta with broccoli and cheese makes a yummy lunch box option too.
    • Feel free to increase or decrease the Red Chili Flakes as per your taste. If adding 1 tbsp seems a lot for you, try adding ½ tbsp of 1 tsp as you prefer.

    Serving Suggestions:

    Pasta goes well as a dinner for a cold night with some soup or bread on the side. Always serve pasta hot. You can cook the pasta ahead and keep them in warm mode. Just before you serve you may add in the cheese and cream and serve.

    Storage Options

    I do not recommend storing or reheating pasta. Pasta tastes good when served hot and fresh.

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    • White Sauce Penne Pasta | Kids Special
    • Chilli Garlic Noodles in Instant Pot
    • Prawn Noodles | Chilli Prawn Noodles

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    Instant Pot Broccoli Cheddar Pasta

    Broccoli Cheddar Pasta in Instant Pot is an easy weeknight dinner option. Just minimal effort and ingredients a delicious dinner is ready in no time.
    Prep Time10 mins
    Cook Time25 mins
    Total Time35 mins
    Course: Breakfast
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 265kcal
    Author: sharmila kingsly
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    Standard 1 cup measures 240 ml

    Equipment

    • Instant Pot 6 qt

    Ingredients

    • ½ cup Milk
    • 1 cup Water
    • 1 cup Pasta
    • 1 tbsp Red Chili Flakes
    • ½ tsp Pepper Powder
    • ½ tsp Garlic powder
    • Salt as needed
    • 1.5 cup Broccoli florets
    • ¾ cup Cheddar cheese grated
    • ⅓ cup Fresh cream

    Instructions 

    • Add ½ cups of milk and 1 cup of water to the inner steel pot of the instant pot. and then add in 1 cup of pasta shells.
    • Next add in 1 tbsp of red chili flakes, ½ tsp garlic powder, ½ tsp pepper powder, and the salt to taste.
    • Combine everything and then add in 1.5 cups of broccoli florets.
    • Close the instant pot and turn the pressure valve to the sealing position. Set 2 mins in high pressure.
    • After 10 mins do a quick release and open the instant pot. The pasta appears lightly watery. Now turn on the Instant pot in saute mode.
    • Add in ¾ cup of grated cheddar cheese and combine.
    • Next add in ⅓ cup of fresh cream and mix well.
    • Turn off the Instant Pot. Broccoli Cheddar Pasta is now ready. Pasta thickens as it cools.

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    Notes

    Feel free to increase or decrease the Red Chili Flakes as per your taste. If adding 1 tbsp seems a lot for you, try adding ½ tbsp of 1 tsp as you prefer.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 265kcal | Carbohydrates: 31.2g | Protein: 12.9g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 5.7g | Cholesterol: 64mg | Sodium: 325mg | Potassium: 244mg | Fiber: 0.9g | Sugar: 2.6g | Calcium: 219mg | Iron: 2mg
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    Disclaimer: I am not a nutritionist, the nutrition value provided here is an estimate. It will vary based on the quantity and brands of the products used.

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    1. Tavo

      November 15, 2021 at 9:23 pm

      5 stars
      Wao! So easy! I just finished making it, and it is delicious! The recipe arrived in my kitchen to stay!

      Reply
    2. Emily Flint

      November 15, 2021 at 9:53 pm

      5 stars
      My son absolutely loved this pasta which is. win in my book. And I loved how easy it was to make!

      Reply
    3. Andrea

      November 15, 2021 at 11:11 pm

      5 stars
      Love the addition of broccoli and pepper flakes in this pasta. It is a perfect meal for my family.

      Reply
    4. Artney

      November 16, 2021 at 2:29 am

      5 stars
      Broccoli and cheddar is one of my favorite combos! The red pepper flakes gives this pasta an extra kick! So tasty!

      Reply
      • Diane

        January 30, 2023 at 7:54 pm

        Would adding ham at the end work? Looking to make it a bit filling? Looks like a great recipe.

        Reply
    5. Megan

      November 17, 2021 at 7:39 am

      Says fresh broccoli. Anyone know What happens if you use frozen broccoli? Would you thaw it before?

      Reply
    6. Carolyn Schiffhouer

      December 30, 2021 at 12:19 am

      This was simple and had way more flavor than I had expected. The excellent, quick recipe that I will want to make more and more!

      Reply
    7. Jo Ann

      May 07, 2022 at 2:47 am

      We like red pepper flakes but a tablespoon of it for the 1X recipe seems like a lot. It looks delicious and I’d like to make it this weekend but wanted to verify it’s a tablespoon and not teaspoon. Thanks.

      Reply
      • sharmila kingsly

        May 09, 2022 at 8:36 am

        Hey Jo..
        1 tbsp of flakes was fine for me. You can definitely customize them as per your taste preference. Pls, add as 1 tsp of 1/2 a tsp as you prefer.

        Reply
    8. Barb

      September 27, 2022 at 1:51 am

      Looks interesting but I have a question about the cream.

      The photo of cream looks like it's a solid and not a liquid. I'm not familiar with a 'solid' cream unless it's sour cream.

      thanks for the reply

      Reply
      • sharmila kingsly

        October 03, 2022 at 11:17 am

        It's my homemade cream. We collect it from the regular whole milk. Since we store it in the fridge it appears solid.

        Reply

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