21 Cozy Instant Pot Recipes Perfect for Weight Loss This Fall

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Kiersten Hickman/Eat This, Not That! Sure, the slow cooker is pretty much made for cozy recipes . But the whole part about it being “slow” doesn’t exactly help you when you need dinner on the table—fast. It’s nice to be prepared to put something in the slow cooker for […]

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instant pot zuppa toscana in a bowl with red pepper flakes
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Sure, the slow cooker is pretty much made for cozy recipes. But the whole part about it being "slow" doesn't exactly help you when you need dinner on the table—fast. It's nice to be prepared to put something in the slow cooker for a few hours, but if you're not prepared in the slightest and you're still in the mood for a cozy meal, the Instant Pot certainly has your back.

Not only is the Instant Pot massively convenient when you need a quick meal, but it can also be an incredible tool if you're trying to lose weight. Making healthy recipes in the Instant Pot is a lot easier than you think, and quite frankly, they can easily fit into whatever type of meal plan you want to follow.

Even if weight loss isn't the goal, having a few healthy Instant Pot recipes in your arsenal can be ideal when you have a hankering for a cozy soup but don't have all day to sit in front of a hot stove—or don't have hours to wait for the slow cooker.

So here are some of our favorite cozy Instant Pot recipes to make in the chilly, fall months. And if you're on the hunt for even more easy recipe ideas, check out our list of the 100 Easiest Recipes You Can Make.

instant pot french onion soup with bread slices and melted cheese
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Use your Instant Pot to make the base of this delicious French onion soup—the perfect cozy little appetizer to serve on any occasion.

Get our recipe for French Onion Soup.

two bowls of instant pot chicken and rice soup with bread
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Looking for a cozy soup for a chilly weeknight at home? This chicken and rice soup is massively easy to throw together and will have a filling meal on the table in a matter of minutes.

Get our recipe for Chicken and Rice Soup.

four Mason jars of mug cakes
Courtesy of The Lighter Step-By-Step Instant Pot Cookbook

Nothing says cozy like a little mini cake in a jar! These cakes can be made in all kinds of flavors with the mix-ins of your choice.

Get our recipe for Mug Cakes in Mason Jars.

Whole30 instant pot chicken zoodle soup
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If you're looking for something cozy and low-carb, this chicken zoodle soup will satisfy your craving while keeping that carb count low.

Get our recipe for Chicken Zoodle Soup.

parmesan mushroom risotto
James Stefiuk

Thanks to the Instant Pot, throwing together a mushroom risotto on a weeknight just got a whole lot easier.

Get our recipe for Parmesan-Mushroom Risotto with Peas.

molten lava cherry chocolate cake with frozen yogurt and spoon on black plate
Jason Donnelly

Molten lava cake? In an Instant Pot? Say no more.

Get our recipe for Molten Lava Chocolate-Cherry Cake.

bowl of keto cheeseburger soup
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This fatty cheeseburger soup is perfect for the keto recipe lovers out there. Full of fatty meat, cream, cheese, and hearty vegetables.

Get our recipe for Keto Cheeseburger Soup.

cooked lemon chicken inside an Instant Pot
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This lemon chicken makes for an easy weeknight meal! Serve with a side of roasted Brussels sprouts or potatoes. Or both!

Get our recipe for Lemon Chicken.

holding steak fajita filling with tongs from an Instant Pot
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If you're looking for a cozy crowd-pleaser, you can't ever go wrong with a taco night. Especially with these easy Instant Pot steak fajitas!

Get our recipe for Steak Fajitas.

scoop of cheesy cauliflower mac and cheese from an instant pot
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For an easy, cheesy side, this creamy cauliflower is the perfect side dish for any meal.

Get our recipe for Creamy Cauliflower "Mac" and Cheese.

spoon holding up chili from a bowl
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Just because you're craving something cozy doesn't mean you have to settle for a starchy meal! This keto chili keeps it low carb without sacrificing any of the flavors you love.

Get our recipe for Keto Chili.

shrimp and broccoli with cauliflower rice sprinkled with sesame seeds green onions and sriracha
Kiersten Hickman/Eat This, Not That!

This spicy, savory shrimp dish is the perfect when you're looking for a takeout alternative.

Get our recipe for Shrimp and Broccoli.

creamy chicken with spinach and cracked black pepper from an instant pot
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This cozy creamy chicken recipe is quick enough for a weeknight meal, but tasty enough to impress a dinner party.

Get our recipe for Creamy Chicken with Spinach.

chicken tikka masala with naan bread
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If you're looking for something savory, spicy, creamy, and of course, cozy, this chicken tikka masala recipe has it all.

Get our recipe for Chicken Tikka Masala.

white chicken chili in two bowls with cilantro
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For a different twist on your usual cozy chili, this Instant Pot recipe gives the chili a creamy finish that you'll absolutely love.

Get our recipe for White Chicken Chili.

instant pot zuppa toscana in a bowl with red pepper flakes
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Dreaming about the zuppa toscana from Olive Garden, are you? Our Instant Pot version of this soup is about to be your new favorite soup to cozy up with.

Get our recipe for Zuppa Toscana Recipe.

instant pot tofu tikka masala
Courtesy of The Lighter Step-by-Step Instant Pot Cookbook

Looking for a few cozy vegetarian Instant Pot recipes? This tofu tikka masala is here to the rescue!

Get our recipe for Tofu Tikka Masala.

cacio e pepe spaghetti squash
Courtesy of The Lighter Step-By-Step Instant Pot Cookbook

Another delicious vegetarian option is this Cacio e Pepe spaghetti squash! Made with very few ingredients, this squash is the perfect mix of cozy, tasty, and healthy.

Get our recipe for Cacio e Pepe Spaghetti Squash.

greek chicken rice bowl
Courtesy of James Stefiuk

Looking for a warm cozy lunch bowl to replace your cold, boring salad? This chicken and rice bowl is here to save you!

Get our recipe for Greek Chicken Rice Bowl with Tzatziki Sauce.

two layered creamy pumpkin yogurt
James Stefiuk

Dying to use the Yogurt feature on your Instant Pot? This creamy pumpkin yogurt makes the perfect opportunity to finally give it a try!

Get our recipe for Two Layered Creamy Pumpkin Yogurt.

whole 30 lemon cake in pan
Posie Brien/Eat This, Not That!

For an easy-peasy dessert that doesn't overdo it on the calories, this lemon cake will satisfy that sweet craving—and still help you reach those weight loss goals.

Get our recipe for Quick & Easy Lemon Cake.

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