Description
This Instant Pot BBQ Spaghetti is a quick and delicious one-pot meal that combines tender pulled pork with tangy BBQ sauce and classic spaghetti flavors. Perfect for a hearty dinner, this recipe uses the Instant Pot to cook everything together in just 14 minutes, resulting in perfectly cooked pasta infused with smoky, savory barbecue goodness.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Sauces
- 1 pound chopped pulled pork
- 1 (26-oz) jar spaghetti sauce
- 1½ cups BBQ sauce
Pasta and Liquids
- 12 oz spaghetti (uncooked)
- 1½ cups chicken broth or water
Seasoning
- 2 Tbsp BBQ seasoning
Instructions
- Combine sauces and pork: Add the chopped pulled pork, spaghetti sauce, and BBQ sauce to the Instant Pot. Mix gently to combine the sauces and pork evenly.
- Add pasta: Break the spaghetti in half and place it on top of the pork and sauce mixture, spreading it out evenly.
- Add broth and seasoning: Pour in the chicken broth (or water) and sprinkle the BBQ seasoning over the top. Stir gently to ensure the pasta is fully covered with liquid and the seasonings are distributed.
- Pressure cook: Close the Instant Pot lid and lock it securely. Select the Manual or High Pressure setting and set the timer for 9 minutes to cook the spaghetti and pork mixture perfectly.
- Release and serve: Perform a quick pressure release once the cooking time is complete. Open the lid carefully, then stir the spaghetti to break up any clumps and mix everything evenly. Serve hot.
Notes
- Be sure to break the spaghetti in half so it fits better inside the Instant Pot and cooks evenly.
- If you prefer a spicier dish, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes with the BBQ seasoning.
- Substitute chicken broth with water if preferred; it won’t affect the overall flavor significantly.
- For a vegetarian version, omit the pulled pork and replace with mushrooms or plant-based meat alternatives, and use vegetarian BBQ sauce.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
