Mother’s Day is right around the corner, and there’s no better way to celebrate than by making these delicious and effortless recipes in your Instant Pot. Not only are Instant Pots great for saving time and energy, but they can also help you create mouth-watering meals that your mother is sure to love.

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These recipes are easy to make and will put a smile on mom’s face. So, get cooking and show your mother how much you appreciate her with a delicious homemade meal made with love. Happy Mother’s Day!

Here are some Mother’s Day recipes you can make in your Instant Pot:

Berry Bread Pudding

bread pudding with fresh berries in a square bowl

Treat your mom to a delightful surprise this Mother’s Day with a luscious Berry Bread Pudding. This decadent dessert combines tender bread soaked in a creamy vanilla custard, studded with juicy mixed berries, and cooked to perfection.

Get the Berry Bread Pudding recipe.

Spinach Artichoke Lasagna

A slice of spinach artichoke lasagna in a plate

A delectable vegetarian lasagna with lots of fresh spinach, artichoke hearts, and a rich cheese sauce layered between noodles. 

Each bite combines wonderful, savory flavors that will leave your mom feeling loved and appreciated on her special day.

Get the Spinach Artichoke Lasagna recipe.

Chicken Tikka Masala

chicken tikka masala in a plate over rice

This Instant Pot Chicken Tikka Masala is a flavorful, aromatic Indian chicken curry made with marinated tender chicken cooked in a creamy tomato-based sauce. This restaurant-quality chicken tikka masala is so easy to make in the Instant Pot that you will not consider takeout for Mother’s Day.

Get the Chicken Tikka Masala recipe.

Fajita Pasta

Fajita pasta with black beans in a bowl topped with avocado

Delicious pasta shells with lots of fire-roasted tomatoes, black beans, colorful bell peppers, sour cream and cheese, made as a one-pot dish in the Instant Pot or Stovetop. Enjoy it topped with cilantro and avocado.

Get the Vegetarian Fajita Pasta

Quinoa Chili

Quinoa chili in a bowl with spoons

On Mother’s Day, show your mom how much you care with a hearty and nutritious Vegetarian Quinoa Chili. This flavorful chili is loaded with protein-packed quinoa, black beans, a colorful medley of vegetables, and aromatic spices to create a satisfying and wholesome meal.

Serve it with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro and cheese to create a bowl of warmth and love your mom will truly appreciate.

Get the Quinoa Chili recipe.

Asparagus Risotto

Asparagus risotto in a white bowl

This Instant Pot Lemon Asparagus Risotto brings all the vibrant flavors of spring in a bowl. Made with fresh asparagus, zesty lemon, and arborio rice, this gluten-free risotto is the best one-pot meal you can make for mom for her special day!

Get the Asparagus Risotto recipe.

Mushroom Pasta

instant pot mushroom pasta in a white bowl

Spaghetti tossed in a creamy cheese sauce loaded with mushrooms. If your mom loves mushrooms, this creamy mushroom pasta will be her new favorite. Make this amazingly delicious creamy dreamy pasta in the instant pot in less than 30 minutes! 

Get the Mushroom Pasta recipe.

Thai Panang Curry Chicken

Instant pot Panang Curry Chicken served with jasmine rice

Treat mom to the exotic flavors of Thailand with this delicious Panang Curry.

Panang Curry with Chicken made in the Instant Pot is just like you would enjoy at your favorite Thai restaurant. Rich, flavorful, and aromatic, with sweet and spicy flavors, this Thai curry is easy to make in under 30 minutes.

Get the Thai Panang Curry Chicken recipe.

Banana Bread Pudding

A piece of banana bread pudding drizzled with syrup and banana slices on the side.

Surprise your mom on Mother’s Day with a delightful twist on a classic dessert—warm, gooey Banana Bread Pudding. This comforting treat combines ripe bananas soaked in a luscious custard, topped with raisins, and baked to perfection. Serve warm as is or topped with ice cream. With every spoonful, the sweet aroma of bananas and the indulgent flavors of cinnamon and vanilla will make her feel cherished and loved.

Get the Banana Bread Pudding recipe.

Bombay Potatoes

Spicy bombay potatoes in a brown bowl

If Mom is a fan of potatoes, this is going to be her new favorite: Bombay Potatoes or Masala Aloo.

Baby Potatoes cooked with aromatic spices in a one-pot dish are perfect for serving as an appetizer or a side dish. These delicious and easy spicy Bombay Potatoes take just 20 minutes to make.

Get the Bombay Potatoes recipe.

Asparagus Pasta

Penne Pasta with green Asparagus and peas in a white bowl

Delight your mom on Mother’s Day with a light and elegant Asparagus Pasta dish that celebrates the flavors of spring.

This vibrant recipe combines al dente pasta with crisp asparagus spears, green peas, sautéed garlic, and a touch of lemon zest for a burst of freshness. It can be made in the Instant Pot in just 30 minutes, and the result will be a creamy bowl of pasta filled with fresh greens!

Get the Asparagus Pasta recipe.

Minestrone Soup

Minestrone soup with pasta and lots of vegetables in a white bowl

Warm your mom’s heart on Mother’s Day with a comforting bowl of homemade Minestrone Soup. This classic Italian dish is a medley of vibrant vegetables, tender beans, and hearty pasta, simmered in a flavorful tomato broth.

This minestrone soup tastes just like the Olive Garden version. It is vegetarian-friendly and can easily be made gluten-free and vegan.

Get the Minestrone Soup recipe.

Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup

greek lemon chicken soup with orzo in a bowl in front of the instant pot

Celebrate Mother’s Day with this bright and refreshing Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup made in the instant pot. This comforting soup combines tender chicken, delicate orzo pasta, and a zesty lemon-infused broth, creating a perfect balance of flavors.

Get the Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup recipe.

Lava Cake

Chocolate lava cake with the lava flowing out

Surprise mom on Mother’s Day with a decadent and indulgent Chocolate Lava Cake that will melt her heart. This delightful dessert is a rich and gooey chocolate cake with a luscious molten center, all cooked to perfection in the Instant Pot in just 20 minutes.

Get the Lava Cake recipe.

Brownies

A piece of Instant Pot Brownie in a plate with ice-cream and chocolate sauce dripping, and the whole brownie cake in the back and fresh strawberries.

These moist & fudgy Instant Pot brownies are easy to make from scratch. Whether enjoyed on their own or served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, these indulgent brownies are the best way to show your mom how much you love and appreciate her.

Get the Brownies recipe.

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About Meeta

I strongly believe that each one of us has a chef inside us, we just need to explore the ingredients and create great food. My passion is to share easy, and wholesome recipes made using Instant Pot & Air Fryer, that are well tested, so you can cook with confidence.

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