10 Cold-Fighting Family Meals You Can Whip Up Right in Your Instant Pot

Published on Oct 2, 2019 at 4:28 PM

Despite how much we try to keep germs to a minimum in our homes, it seems like our little ones come down with the sniffles at least once during the colder months, especially if they're in school. Although we know the importance of getting the flu shot and washing our hands as much as possible, there's something to be said for a hearty, nutritious soup or stew that is jam-packed with vitamins. Have a sick kid — or partner — in your household? Take a stab at one of these recipes you can whip up right in your Instant Pot that will have your brood feeling better in no time. Don't forget to freeze a batch for later just in case you come down with a bug!

Lentil Soup

A lentil soup is chock-full of germ-fighting veggies that your little one will surely need to load up on once they come down with something. Add a little Greek yogurt or sour cream to finish off the dish.

Beef Stroganoff

This easy-to-freeze beef stroganoff is a great option if family members in your house are under the weather. Throw in a crusty piece of bread for a cozy meal.

Instant Pot Vegan Chili

An Instant Pot vegan chili tastes even better with a few slices of avocado.

Instant Pot Taco Soup

There's nothing like taco Tuesday, but when your kids are sick, they may not be up for assembling their own tacos. Instead, opt for a bowl of Instant Pot taco soup that combines all of their favorite ingredients to make one easy-to-digest meal.

Instant Pot Minestrone Soup

Your Italian grandmother knows the healing powers of Instant Pot minestrone soup, so take her advice and whip up a batch of the good stuff once cold and flu season rolls around.

Instant Pot Cream of Chicken Soup

A creamy take on Instant Pot cream of chicken soup includes loads of veggies and is thick enough to count as either lunch or dinner.

Potato Leek Soup

A big bowl of potato leek soup is easy for sore throats to swallow and is pretty stinkin' easy to make.

Butter Rice

Flu bug invading your house? This simple butter rice recipe might be exactly what the doctor ordered.

Vegetable Soup

A traditional vegetable soup incorporates all the good stuff from the garden. Talk about a healthy pick-me-up!

Homemade Chicken and Dumplings

A hearty bowl of homemade chicken and dumplings is a Southern staple your sick kiddos will surely gobble up.