Instant Pot Macaroni and Cheese

Name: Instant Pot Macaroni and Cheese
Total time: 11 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound elbow macaroni; 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth; 3 tablespoons unsalted butter; 12 ounces shredded sharp Cheddar cheese; ½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese; ½ cup sour cream; 1½ teaspoons prepared yellow mustard; ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Creamy, cheesy macaroni and cheese made quickly in the Instant Pot with sharp cheddar, Parmesan, and a hint of mustard and cayenne for extra flavor. Perfect for a comforting meal that's ready in minutes.

6 servings

11 min

Published October 4, 2025

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Ingredients

•1 pound elbow macaroni
•4 cups low-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
•3 tablespoons unsalted butter
•12 ounces shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
•½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
•½ cup sour cream
•1½ teaspoons prepared yellow mustard
•⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Cooking Instructions

1.
Combine the macaroni, broth, and butter in the Instant Pot. Secure the lid and set the Pressure Release to Sealing. Select the Manual setting and set the cooking time for 6 minutes at high pressure.
6 min
2.
Perform a quick release by moving the Pressure Release to Venting. Open the pot and stir in the cheeses, sour cream, mustard, and cayenne pepper. Let sit for 5 minutes to thicken, then stir again and serve.
5 min