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Dinner is quick, easy, and delicious when this Instant Pot Spaghetti is on the menu! Everything cooks in ONE pot for easy cleanup!

finished instant pot spaghetti in bowl garnished with basil

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Instant Pot Spaghetti

Spaghetti is a dinnertime favorite in so many households across America. My family is no different. We **LOVE** spaghetti night!

It has been one of my go-to meals throughout the years when I need something affordable and feeds a crowd. And to be honest, getting an Instant Pot was a game-changer for me when making this meal!

ground beef and seasonings cooking in instant pot

I absolutely love that I can make a whole pot of spaghetti in ONE pot! I am not a fan of dirtying what feels like 50 pots and pans for one meal. Nobody has time for that!

I learned a little trick many years ago – and I’m sharing it with you here today! I have a “secret ingredient” in my spaghetti … and it doesn’t matter if I make it the regular way on the stove top or in my Instant Pot! This secret ingredient elevates your spaghetti game so much … you’ve gotta try it!

Are you ready for it? It’s red wine!! I’m telling you, your mouth will be so happy – it just does some kind of magic on the flavor of spaghetti sauce. You can use red wine in your homemade spaghetti sauce or use it in the jarred stuff! It was life-changing for me!

pasta added to the pot

Recipe for Instant Pot Spaghetti

For the pasta:

  • lean ground beef
  • Italian seasoning
  • garlic powder
  • onion powder
  • crushed red pepper flakes
  • pot-perfect spaghetti noodles (or regular spaghetti noodles broke in half)
  • spaghetti sauce
  • diced tomatoes
  • low-sodium beef broth
  • red wine (I typically use Cabernet Sauvignon – you may use additional broth or water in place of the wine)

For serving:

  • shredded Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh basil

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sauce, broth, tomatoes, and wine added to the pot

How to make Instant Pot Spaghetti

Time needed: 30 minutes

How to make Instant Pot Spaghetti

  1. Set the Instant Pot to saute’ and add the ground beef, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and red pepper flakes. Cook and crumble the meat until it is no longer pink. Turn the Instant Pot off. Drain any excess grease from meat, if desired.

  2. Place the spaghetti on top of the meat in the Instant Pot. Pour the spaghetti sauce, diced tomatoes, beef broth, and wine over the top. Push any spaghetti noodles sticking out down into the liquid so they are covered.

  3. Seal the Instant Pot and set it to manual mode, high pressure, with 8 minutes cooking time.

  4. When the Instant Pot signals the end of the cooking cycle, use the manual quick release to open the Instant Pot. Stir the spaghetti well and serve immediately with shredded Parmesan cheese and fresh basil, if desired.

finished spaghetti on ladle

Instant Pot Spaghetti: FAQs

If you ran into any problems or would like some suggestions, be sure to read this section before leaving a comment.

➡️ What kind of wine should I use?

I typically use Cabernet Sauvignon – you may use additional broth or water in place of the wine. Any red wine that you like will work for this recipe – just be sure it’s something you would actually want to drink since you will have some of that flavor in the pasta.

Personally, I’m not a wine drinker so I buy the small bottles in the 4-pack from Sutter Home so I don’t have to worry about wasting a whole bottle of wine.

➡️ Can you double the recipe?

As long as your pressure cooker can hold a double recipe, yes! Be sure not to go over the fill line otherwise your cooker may not be able to create enough steam to come to pressure.

➡️ Does the pasta get mushy cooking it in the Instant Pot?

If you follow the directions I have provided in the recipe, your pasta should not be mushy.

➡️ Can I use a different meat?

Absolutely. I sometimes use Italian sausage or meatballs.

➡️ Can I use a different pasta shape?

Sure! You will still want to use one-pound (16 oz.).

finished spaghetti on plate

How did you like this recipe?

Wasn’t this the easiest way ever to make this family-favorite? I don’t know about you, but I love how the wine gives it just that little bit of flavor. I can’t imagine making spaghetti any other way!

What are your thoughts? Did you run into any problems? Did you add some extra veggies or switch up the seasonings? I’d love for you to leave a comment letting me know how it turned out for you.

instant ot spaghetti ready to be eaten

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4.67 from 3 votes
Servings: 6 servings

Instant Pot Spaghetti

By Jamie Sherman
Dinner is quick, easy, and delicious when this Instant Pot Spaghetti is on the menu! Everything cooks in ONE pot for easy cleanup!
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 15 minutes
Total: 20 minutes

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Ingredients 

  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 pound pot-perfect spaghetti noodles, or regular spaghetti noodles broke in half
  • 1 jar spaghetti sauce, 24 oz.
  • 1 can diced tomatoes, 14.5 oz.
  • 1 carton low-sodium beef broth, 32 oz.
  • ¼ – ⅓ cup red wine, additional broth, or water

For serving

  • Shredded Parmesan cheese and fresh basil, optional

Instructions 

  • Set the Instant Pot to saute’ and add the ground beef, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and red pepper flakes. Cook and crumble the meat until it is no longer pink. Turn the Instant Pot off. Drain any excess grease from meat, if desired.
  • Place the spaghetti on top of the meat in the Instant Pot.  Pour the spaghetti sauce, diced tomatoes, beef broth, and wine over the top.  Push any spaghetti noodles sticking out down into the liquid so they are covered.  
  • Seal the Instant Pot and set it to manual mode, high pressure, with 8 minutes cooking time.  
  • When the Instant Pot signals the end of the cooking cycle, use the manual quick release to open the Instant Pot. Stir the spaghetti well and serve immediately with shredded Parmesan cheese and fresh basil, if desired.

Notes

  • For the wine, I typically use Cabernet Sauvignon – you may use additional broth or water in place of the wine.
  • Switch things up by using ground Italian sausage in place of ground beef – or use a combination of the two!

Nutrition

Calories: 448kcal, Carbohydrates: 67g, Protein: 31g, Fat: 5g, Saturated Fat: 2g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 2g, Trans Fat: 0.3g, Cholesterol: 47mg, Sodium: 969mg, Potassium: 1277mg, Fiber: 5g, Sugar: 8g, Vitamin A: 705IU, Vitamin C: 16mg, Calcium: 67mg, Iron: 5mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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Jamie

Jamie Sherman founded Love Bakes Good Cakes in February 2012. She is a self-taught home cook passionate about sharing easy, delicious, and family-friendly recipes. From comforting classics to irresistible desserts, I believe homemade food brings people together. Join me on my journey of creating and sharing meals that bring joy to every table!

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7 Comments

  1. katerina @ diethood.com says:

    My kids love spaghetti! They will definitely enjoy this!! YUM!

  2. Toni Dash says:

    This quickly became a favorite at my house!! We loved it!

  3. Patricia @ Grab a Plate says:

    A classic dish made easily and perfectly! What a great staple for dinner! Nice!

  4. Erin | Dinners,Dishes and Dessert says:

    This Instant Pot Spaghetti is couldn’t look any more perfect!

  5. Amanda says:

    Spaghetti is my all time favorite, and what a perfect use for the instant pot!

  6. kerri says:

    i can’t believe how easy this is! looks like my IPM will be busy!

  7. Beth says:

    Oh my goodness this is going to be gone in the blink of an eye! My son loves spaghetti and so does my husband! They will be so excited for this!