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25 Paleo Instant Pot Recipes for Nutritious Dinners

Crispy Smashed Potatoes These crispy potatoes from The Real Food Dietitians are paleo approved and can be cooked in the instant pot. Plus there are only 2 grams of sugar and spices to add flavor without spiking your blood sugar levels. Real Food Dietitians

Greek Meatballs Pop these meatballs from Real Simple Good on a skewer for easy appetizers or stack a couple on a bed of zoodles for a main meal. The Tzatziki dressing makes it nice and creamy. Real Simple Good

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Healthy Chicken Pot Pie Soup Paleo and Whole30 approved, this soup from 40 Aprons is comforting, rich, and creamyand actually good for you. It has healthy fats from coconut and cashews, and ample protein to fill you up for hours. Plus, its done in just 25 minutes! 40 Aprons

Instant Pot Honey Mustard Chicken Chicken is an easy weeknight meal, and this one from Paleo Running Momma has a sweet and tangy flavor. The skin-on thighs have a nice texture, too, and the whole meal is done in 30 minutes tops. Paleo Running Momma

Beef and Broccoli Sweet Potato Noodles Craving Chinese takeout but struggling to find a paleo-friendly dish? Dont worry, this makeover of the classic beef and broccoli from The Toasted Pine Nut gives you the same crispy texture and combination of flavors youre looking for. Toasted Pine Nut

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Chicken and Sweet Potato Shepherd's Pie Shepherds pie is a classic comfort food, but its not always paleo-friendly. This version from The Toasted Pine Nut has antioxidants and vitamins from the sweet potato and some good lean protein from the chicken. To make it paleo, swap ghee for butter. And its just 315 calories a serving! Toasted Pine Nut

Meatballs Marinara Enjoy pasta night with a bed of zoodles and these delicious marinara meatballs from The Real Food Dietitians .If you dont want beef or bison, you can sub pork as well. And the best part? Its done in 35 minutes. Real Food Dietitians

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Instant Pot Lamb Curry When its freezing outside, all you want to do is cuddle up to a bowl of curry that has some heat and creaminess to warm you up fast. This recipe from The Real Food Dietitians is super comforting and uses lamb for its soft texture and rich protein source. Real Food Dietitians

Instant Pot Applesauce Applesauce can be enjoyed whenever you want something sweet that isnt high in refined sugars. This recipe from A Saucy Kitchen can be made in the instant pot, and you dont need to worry about peeling the apples! Super easy, right? A Saucy Kitchen

Instant Pot Chicken Tinga Paleo, keto, Whole30, and gluten-free, this is a total crowd pleaser. This instant pot dish from Wholesomelicious is easy to whip up (just 20 minutes max!) and is packed with spices like cumin, onion, cilantro, and chipotle peppers. Pair with cauliflower rice for a super low carb meal. Wholesomelicious

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Instant Pot Chipotle Lime Salmon Bowl Fish is high in omega 3 fatty acids, which lower inflammation and boost satiety. This paleo bowl from Wholesomelicious uses cauliflower rice and spices for a flavorful dish. Wholesomelicious

Instant Pot Brazilian Fish Stew Make this tasty, warm fish stew from Savory Tooth in the instant pot for a paleo, keto, and gluten-free meal. With coconut milk and tomatoes, its super flavorful and has some good fats and antioxidants. Savory Tooth

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Instant Pot Green Beans A great side thats low carb and festive for holidays (hello Thanksgiving!), this green bean and ham dish from Savory Tooth is paleo and keto friendly. The instant pot makes the beans super soft and tender, and it has a nice Southern flair for flavor. Savory Tooth

Instant Pot Gumbo Chicken and sausage come together in this classic Cajun inspired dish by Savory Tooth for a yummy, hearty paleo meal. Veggies add bulk and this can easily be enjoyed over a bed of low carb, cauliflower rice, too. And its ready in 10! Savory Tooth

Instant Pot Pumpkin Butter Swap traditional butter or jam for pumpkin butter this fall. A great spread from Wholesomelicious , its paleo and vegan, and its nice and festive for the season. Spread on toast for a quick snack when youre in the pumpkin spice mood. Wholesomelicious

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Pot Pork Chops With Apple Balsamic Seasoning Pork chops have a ton of protein and take on great flavors, like in this apple balsamic seasoning dish from Real Simple Good . It also takes 40 minutes so its easy for quick weeknight meals when you feel beat after work. Real Simple Good

Instant Pot BBQ Pulled Pork Stuff this pulled pork into tacos, burgers, and sammies or top on a bed of lettuce. A great recipe from gnom-gnom , its high in protein and super low carb, so you wont feel too weighed down afterwards. A serving is under 300 calories! Gnom Gnom

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Sweet and Sour Chicken Another makeover on Chinese takeout, this dish from Paleo Running Momma has wholesome ingredients. Extra veggies like broccoli or bok choy can be added for extra nutrients.. Paleo Running Mama

Easy Tomato Soup Tomato soup is a classic, and this paleo version from A Saucy Kitchen has all the classic attributes youre looking for but with a twist thanks to cheesy nutritional yeast and spices, like garlic. A Saucy Kitchen

Instant Pot Whole30 Chili with Butternut Squash Fall and winter time call for warm chili recipes that stick to your bones. This instant pot dish from 40 Aprons has antioxidant-rich squash and protein-dense pork and beef to fill you up during the colder weather. Top with avocado slices for extra satiating fat and creaminess! 40 Aprons

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Sweet Potato, Kale and Chicken Instant Pot Soup This light recipe from A Saucy Kitchen has a nice broth to boost your immune system and help fill you up without making the meal too heavy. Add more veggies for an even heartier dish! A Saucy Kitchrn

Crock Pot Carnitas Enjoy Mexican night at home with an easy carnitas dish from 40 Aprons that has that great meaty texture and tons of spices for added flavor. Plus, its a good meal for a busy weeknight dinner, as it takes just 31 minutes to prepare. 40 Aprons

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Tastes Like Pie Instant Pot Chicken This paleo chicken dish from The Castaway Kitchen has fruity flavors like pear and blueberries and some good spice like turmeric, garlic, and cinnamon. Plus, its pretty nice to look atthose pop of colors are awesome. The Castaway Kitchen

Instant Pot Short Ribs These short ribs are soft, tender and paleo approved. A great recipe from Wholesome Yum, it takes just five ingredients to put together, and you can choose bone-in or boneless beef ribs, too. Wholesome Yum

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