Instant Pot Scalloped Potatoes

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Instant Pot Scalloped Potatoes are creamy, cheesy and taste absolutely heavenly. What makes them even better is that this is the quickest and easiest way to make them.

My first thought after making these scalloped potatoes in the Instant Pot for the first time was that I was never making scalloped potatoes any other way again.

Table of Contents

• Why You’ll Love This Instant Pot Scalloped Potatoes Recipe
• What Do I Need To Make Scalloped Potatoes In An Instant Pot
• How To Make Instant Pot Scalloped Potatoes
• Tips For Making Scalloped Potatoes In the Instant Pot
• More Instant Pot Side Dishes
• What To Serve With Instant Pot Scalloped Potatoes
• Recipe
• Reviews

Why You’ll Love This Instant Pot Scalloped Potatoes Recipe

I love these Instant Pot Scalloped Potatoes for all the reasons listed below. They have such a great flavor and texture.

However, I have to admit, the reason I love this recipe, is that it is so quick and easy, and one of the fastest Instant Pot Recipes. I am always amazed at how easy it is to make in the Instant Pot.

• Creamy
• Cheesy
• Great flavor
• Great texture
• Cooks in a fraction of the time of baked scalloped potatoes

Furthermore, it goes so well with Prime Rib, or Crockpot Chuck Roast, Peach Glazed Spiral Ham, or Crockpot Brown Sugar Pineapple Ham, Oven Roasted Chicken, Roast Turkey, or Brown Sugar Meatloaf.

What Do I Need To Make Scalloped Potatoes In An Instant Pot

First, you’ll need, (SURPRISE!!!) an Instant Pot! I used a 6-quart Instant Pot Duo60.  (affiliate link) If you don’t have one, you can get one here. If you want to make scalloped potatoes using the traditional method, try my  Easy Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes recipe instead.

Ingredients

Please note that if you are looking for the ingredient list with the specific measurements, you will need to scroll down to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this blog post.

For the ingredients, you will need the following:

• Butter
• Sliced onions
• Minced garlic
• Chicken broth or vegetable broth.
  • You could also use water instead of broth, but I like the flavor that the broth adds.

If you don’t have onions, I would recommend just leaving them out because it will still be delicious.  I recommend the same for the minced garlic. If you have garlic, include it. If you don’t just leave it out.  Another option is to use 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder and 1/2 teaspoon of onion powder.

Of course, you will need potatoes. I recommend medium-sized Yukon gold or russet potatoes. You need to peel and slice them to a 1/4 inch thick.

In addition, you will need heavy cream, cheese, such are white cheddar or gruyere. Cheddar cheese would work as well.

For seasoning, you will need salt, pepper, dried thyme, and cayenne (optional).

For a more detailed discussion on ingredients and potential substitutions, see my Easy Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes recipe.

How To Make Instant Pot Scalloped Potatoes

Below is a high-level summary of how to make Instant Pot Scalloped Potatoes. For the detailed step-by-step instructions with specific ingredient measurements, scroll down to the bottom of this blog post for the printable recipe card.

1. Sauté the onions and garlic in butter in the Instant Pot.

2. Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and then add the peeled and 1/4 inch sliced potatoes.

3. Next Pressure cook for 1 minute on HIGH PRESSURE. (Yes, only 1 minute, that is NOT a typo.)

4. Do a QUICK RELEASE after it has finished pressure cooking for 1 minute.

5. Transfer the potatoes to an oven-safe casserole dish. LEAVE the liquid in the Instant Pot.

6. Pour the heavy cream into the Inner liner Pot of the Instant Pot with the remaining liquid, and then add the shredded cheese and seasonings to the Inner Liner Pot of the Instant Pot.

7. Pour the cheesy cream sauce over the potatoes and toss to coat.

8. Preheat the broiler and broil the scalloped potatoes for about 3 minutes. Be sure to watch carefully, as they can go from perfect to burned very quickly.

Tips For Making Scalloped Potatoes In the Instant Pot

1. The width of the potato slices matters because it can affect the cooking time and the texture of the potatoes.
2. Normally, an Instant Pot is set it and forget it. However, since this only requires 1 minute of pressure cooking and then a quick release, don’t go far from your Instant Pot. If you don’t do a quick release right away the potatoes may end up overcooked.
3. Watch the potatoes while broiling. The tops of the potatoes will brown very quickly. It took about 3 minutes for me but the time may vary depending on your oven and broiler.

Want More Information On Scalloped Potatoes? Visit my Easy Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes for a traditional recipe and lots of answers to questions like, Can You Freeze Scalloped Potatoes? Can Scalloped Potatoes Be Make In A Slow Cooker?

More Instant Pot Side Dishes

1. Instant Pot Acorn Squash
2. Instant Pot Mac And Cheese
3. Instant Pot Ham Green Beans And Potatoes
4. Instant Pot Cranberry Sauce

What To Serve With Instant Pot Scalloped Potatoes

1. Roast Turkey with Apple Cider Brine
2. Cajun Herb Prime Rib – perfect for a holiday dinner.
3. Oven Roasted Chicken
4. Crock Pot Chuck Roast
5. Green Bean Casserole
6. Sweet Potato Casserole With Marshmallows

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