The Instant Pot has revolutionized home cooking, making it easier and more convenient to prepare delicious meals. With its multi-functionality and time-saving capabilities, it has become a staple appliance in countless kitchens. However, understanding the cooking times for different ingredients can sometimes be a challenge. In this blog post, I’m sharing the ultimate Instant Pot cooking time table, allowing you to master your Instant Pot cooking adventures with ease.
The Instant Pot has simplified meal preparation for busy households, and mastering the cooking times is key to achieving perfectly cooked dishes. With this comprehensive Instant Pot cooking timetable, you can confidently tackle a wide range of ingredients, from meats to grains and vegetables. Remember to use this table as a general guideline and refer to specific recipes for more accurate instructions. So, dust off your Instant Pot, explore new recipes, and embark on a culinary adventure that will impress your family and friends with your Instant Pot prowess. Happy cooking!
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Instant Pot Complete Cooking Time Table PDF File: Instant Pot Complete Cooking Time Table
| Items | Cooking Time | Pressure |
| Poultry | ||
| Boneless Chicken Breast/Thigh (Defrosted) | 5 Minutes | High Pressure |
| Bone-In Chicken Legs/Thigh (Defrosted) | 10 Minutes | High Pressure |
| Whole Chicken (1.5 kg or 3 Lb) (Defrosted) | 12 Minutes | High Pressure |
| Boneless Chicken Breast/Thigh (Frozen) | 20 Minutes | High Pressure |
| Bone-In Chicken Legs/Thigh (Frozen) | 30 Minutes | High Pressure |
| Ground Chicken | 5 Minutes | High Pressure |
| Beef-Lamb-Goat | ||
| Stew Cut Beef (Firm Texture) | 20 Minutes | High Pressure |
| Stew Cut Beef (Fork Tender Texture) | 25 Minutes | High Pressure |
| Meat Balls | 5 Minutes | High Pressure |
| Pot Roast (1 to 1.5 Lb) | 45 Minutes | High Pressure |
| Pot Roast (2 to 3 Lb) | 1 Hour | High Pressure |
| Beef Ribs | 30 Minutes Per Pound | High Pressure |
| Ground Beef | 5 Minutes | High Pressure |
| Stew Cut Lamb-Goat (Firm Texture) | 20 Minutes | High Pressure |
| Stew Cut Lamb-Goat (Fork Tender Texture) | 25 Minutes | High Pressure |
| Lamb-Goat Chops | 3 Minutes | High Pressure |
| Seafood | ||
| Fish Fillet (Thawed) | 2 Minutes | High Pressure |
| Fish Fillet (Frozen) | 4 Minutes | High Pressure |
| Whole Fish (Thawed) | 4 Minutes | High Pressure |
| Whole Fish (Frozen) | 6 Minutes | High Pressure |
| Lobster (Thawed) | 3 Minutes | High Pressure |
| Lobster (Frozen) | 5 Minutes | High Pressure |
| Shrimp (Thawed) | 3 Minutes | High Pressure |
| Shrimp (Frozen) | 5 Minutes | High Pressure |
| Rice & Grains | ||
| White Basmati Rice | 6 Minutes | High Pressure |
| Brown Basmati Rice | 20 Minutes | High Pressure |
| Brown Rice | 20 Minutes | High Pressure |
| White Long Grain Rice | 10 Minutes | High Pressure |
| Jasmine Rice | 6 Minutes | High Pressure |
| Wild Rice | 25 Minutes | High Pressure |
| Quinoa (Crisp Texture) | 1 Minute | High Pressure |
| Quinoa (Soft Texture) | 2 Minutes | High Pressure |
| Steel Cut Oats | 5 Minutes | High Pressure |
| Quick Cook Oats | 2 Minutes | High Pressure |
| Barley Pearls | 20 Minutes | High Pressure |
| Couscous | 2 Minutes | High Pressure |
| Legumes & Lentils | ||
| Dried Chickpeas (Firm Texture) | 20 Minutes | High Pressure |
| Dried Chickpeas (Soft Texture) | 25 Minutes | High Pressure |
| Dried Kidney Beans | 25 Minutes | High Pressure |
| Dried White Beans | 25 Minutes | High Pressure |
| Black-Navy-Lima Beans | 25 Minutes | High Pressure |
| Red Lentil | 2 Minutes | High Pressure |
| Moong Or Mung Beans | 25 Minutes | High Pressure |
| Split Mung Bean Or Dal | 3 Minutes | High Pressure |
| Split Pigeon Bean Or Toor Dal | 10 Minutes | High Pressure |
| Split Chickpeas Or Chana Dal | 10 Minutes | High Pressure |
| Vegetables | ||
| Cut Vegetables (Carrot, Broccoli, Cauliflower) | 0 Minute | High Pressure |
| Asparagus, Peppers, Eggplant, Brussel Sprouts | 1 Minute | High Pressure |
| Whole Potatoes | 10 Minutes | High Pressure |
| Diced Potatoes | 3 Minutes | High Pressure |
| Pumpkin (Large Chunks) | 10 Minutes | High Pressure |
| Pumpkin (Small Chunks) | 5 Minutes | High Pressure |
| Desserts | ||
| Cheesecake | 35 Minutes | High Pressure |
| Cake | 40 Minutes | High Pressure |
| Yogurt | 8 Hours Incubation | Medium Temperature |
| Hard Boiled Eggs | 5 Minutes | High Pressure |
