On the Paleo Diet? These 16 Instant Pot Recipes Make Meal Planning So Simple

Updated on 8/21/2019 at 2:25 PM

There might be nothing more satisfying than an Instant Pot meal — they're always bursting with flavor and ready in a fraction of the time, saving you countless hours in the kitchen. If you're on the Paleo diet, you know just how essential quick, healthy recipes can be. After all, there's nothing that will sabotage your diet faster than needing to grab takeout on nights when you don't have the time or energy to plot out a homemade meal. That's why we've done the work for you — these 16 Instant Pot recipes range from savory to sweet and will keep you on plan with minimal effort.

Chicken Carnitas

Add this juicy and flavorful chicken to burritos, nachos, or tacos for a Paleo twist on your favorite Mexican dish.

Get the recipe: chicken carnitas

No Bean Chili

You'll love the flavor of this chili even more the second day, after the meat and veggies have soaked up the tomato sauce and spices overnight.

Get the recipe: no bean chili

Easy Paleo Italian Meatballs

Craving pasta? Serve zucchini noodles with a Paleo-friendly marinara sauce and Italian meatballs, then add some nutritional yeast in place of cheese, if you'd like.

Get the recipe: easy Paleo Italian meatballs

Chicken Creole

If you're in the mood for a hearty and filling soup, this chicken Creole recipe is a healthier take on the New Orleans classic.

Get the recipe: chicken Creole

Sweet Potatoes Smothered in Buttery Maple Ghee

Satisfy your sweet tooth with this delicious sweet potato recipe, or even serve it for breakfast on a crisp Fall morning.

Get the recipe: sweet potatoes smothered in buttery maple ghee

Egg Roll Soup

Satisfy your craving for egg rolls (which are decidedly not Paleo) with this filling, veggie-packed version. The soup is thickened with tapioca starch.

Get the recipe: egg roll soup

Barbacoa Beef

Serve this Chipotle-inspired recipe with salad and cauliflower rice (and guacamole and salsa, naturally).

Get the recipe: barbacoa beef

Cranberry Sauce with Apples and Rosemary

The Instant Pot can do savory and sweet. This cranberry sauce with apples and rosemary is the perfect addition to your Thanksgiving table and won't bring along any refined sugars.

Get the recipe: cranberry sauce with apples and rosemary

Moroccan Hearty Vegetable Beef Soup

This low-carb soup is packed with aromatic spices and herbs — and is ready in just 30 minutes.

Get the recipe: Moroccan hearty vegetable beef soup

Butter Chicken

Skip the takeout and try making this tasty butter chicken at home. The curry sauce is mild, so even those who shy away from spice will want to dig in.

Get the recipe: butter chicken

Cinnamon Rolls

The signature swirled dough is made with Paleo-friendly arrowfoot and almond flour. Top it with a classic white frosting.

Get the recipe: cinnamon rolls

Instant Pot Whole Chicken

Looking for a recipe to feed the entire family? This chicken recipe is a crowd pleaser and can easily be a full meal with some roasted veggies and salad.

Get the recipe: instant pot whole chicken

Easy Tomato Soup

It's as cheesy and creamy as traditional tomato soup but without any dairy, thanks to nutritional yeast.

Get the recipe: easy tomato soup

Turkey Breast with Gravy

This family-friendly recipe couldn't be simpler: both the turkey and gravy cook in the Instant Pot, simmering in a delicious garlic butter sauce.

Get the recipe: turkey breast with gravy

Italian Chicken Stew

This Italian stew is cooked low and slow until the chicken is literally falling apart. It's the perfect way to spend a cozy night in.

Get the recipe: Italian chicken stew

Mexican Chicken Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

They're just like tacos, except the sweet potatoes are packed with complex carbohydrates that will help keep you fuller longer.

Get the recipe: Mexican chicken stuffed sweet potatoes