Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes

I love finding new things to cook in my Instant Pot, and these mashed potatoes are no exception. It is such an easy recipe. You can seriously drop the potatoes and water in the pot and forget about it until the timer goes off. I especially like this method because it frees up your stove for other things. On big holidays like Thanksgiving, I need all the stovetop space I can get.This is the perfect side dish for lots of weeknight dinners too. Instant Pot mashed potatoes recipe just took mashed potatoes to the next level of ease. Have all your flavor, texture, and creaminess from potatoes with the ease of using an instant pot appliance. It is perfect for those busy nights to set the Instant Pot or when you are feeding a crowd. You can’t go wrong with this easy-to-make side dish!

Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes Ingredients

Mashed potatoes can’t be any easier! Only five ingredients create the most smooth and creamy mashed potatoes with loads of flavor. The Instant Pot will do all the work and boil the russet potatoes then combine the remainder ingredients for an amazingly delicious mashed potato side dish!

Russet potatoes – For mashed potatoes, we always use Russet potatoes. They hold up the best while they cook, and then they mash perfectly. Milk – Creamy and delicious liquid that smooths out the potatoes when blended. Butter – Every potato needs butter! It is the best way to give that rich and decadent flavor combination. Sour cream – This will thicken the potatoes as well as add intense flavor. Garlic powder – Give these potatoes just a bit of garlicky taste. The powder is the best way to distribute the garlic flavor throughout the mashed potatoes since they are creamy and smooth in texture.

How to Make Mashed Potatoes in the Instant Pot

This is a great side dish that everyone loves! It is the perfect way to have soft and creamy mashed potatoes in minutes. The Instant Pot does all the work! First, peel and cut the potatoes, add water, and relax while the pressure cooker does its job. Mash together extra flavors, and fresh herbs, then serve. It is that simple!

What to serve with Instant Pot Potatoes

These mashed potatoes are so creamy and delicious that you could almost eat them plain, right out of the bowl. However, if you’re like our family, you will want to smother your mashed potatoes with gravy. Try our Turkey Gravy, Beef Gravy, or Chicken Gravy. These mashed potatoes would also be great as a base for our Loaded Mashed Potatoes. Top them on a homemade Shepherd’s Pie or turn them into potato cakes. Read Next: 27 BEST Instant Pot Recipes

Storing Mashed Potatoes from the Instant Pot

It is hard to believe that there would be any mashed potato leftovers but if there are you can place them in the refrigerator in an airtight container for five to seven days long. When ready to reheat place in the microwave or on the stovetop until heated through.