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Instant Pot Rasta Pasta

Instant Pot Rasta Pasta: A Flavor-Packed Weeknight Winner

Instant Pot Rasta Pasta is a vibrant fusion dish that combines creamy sauce and jerk-seasoned chicken with pasta for a quick, budget-friendly meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Pasta
Cuisine: Caribbean
Calories: 540
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Pasta (penne or fusilli) any short pasta shape
For the Protein
  • 1 lb Chicken (diced) or shrimp, tofu, or beans for vegetarian option
For the Sauté
  • 2 tbsp Oil (olive or vegetable) for sautéing
  • 1 Red Pepper (thinly sliced)
  • 4 Garlic (minced)
For the Sauce
  • 1 can Tomato Sauce forms the base of the sauce
  • 2 tbsp Jerk Seasoning adjust based on spice tolerance
  • 1 cup Chicken Stock can substitute with vegetable stock
For the Creaminess
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or coconut milk for lighter option
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese (grated) or nutritional yeast for vegan
For Seasoning
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Instant Pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Plug in your Instant Pot and select the 'Sauté' function. Add 2 tablespoons of oil and heat for 2-3 minutes.
  2. Add 1 pound of diced chicken to the pot and sear for 2-3 minutes until lightly browned. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. Add 1 sliced red pepper and 4 chopped green onions. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.
  4. Stir in 4 minced garlic cloves and 2 tablespoons of jerk seasoning; cook for about 1 minute.
  5. Pour in 1 cup of chicken stock and 1 can of tomato sauce, deglazing the pot by scraping the bottom.
  6. Add your choice of pasta ensuring it is submerged, secure the lid and cancel the 'Sauté' function.
  7. Select 'Manual' or 'Pressure Cook' setting and set for 4 minutes. Adjust for softer pasta if needed.
  8. Perform a quick pressure release once cooking is done, and cautiously open the lid.
  9. Stir in 1 cup of heavy cream and ½ cup of grated Parmesan until well combined. Switch to 'Sauté' to thicken if desired.
  10. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Serve hot, garnished with green onions and extra Parmesan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 540kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 28gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Make sure the lid is securely locked during pressure cooking for best results. Adjust cooking time based on preferred pasta texture.

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