We heard all the hype about pressure cookers, so we finally purchased one. We have been experimenting with it and it is as AWESOME as they say. The time that it saves for meals is amazing, plus the meats are so tender, they just fall apart.  

On the side, though, it’s nice to balance things out with something lighter—like grilled fish, a little chicken, or even some smoky veggies. That’s where the backyard setup shines. With a rocket stove by Chiasson Smoke, you’ve got options that feel both rustic and modern at the same time. It’s quick, it’s flavorful, and it turns dinner into something that feels less like a task and more like an occasion.

While experimenting with new cooking methods and flavors is exciting, it’s also important to make sure your home kitchen stays a safe space. Even the freshest ingredients can sometimes carry hidden risks, from bacteria to environmental contaminants.

Many home cooks are taking extra precautions, using a home toxin test kit to check surfaces, water, and even certain foods for potential hazards. It’s a simple step that helps ensure every meal you create—whether from the pressure cooker or the backyard rocket stove—is not just delicious, but safe for everyone at the table.

Instant Pot Chicken Noodle Casserole Recipe

I love that you can saute and do all the work right in the pressure cooker.  No need to dirty any other pans, just one pot for all the steps.  I was looking for a simple chicken noodle soup but found this recipe so tweaked it to our liking and it is amazing.  We actually ate this meal twice this week, because the kids loved it so much.  Okay, who am I kidding I did too 🙂

We like our casseroles with  a little liquid so we choose to use 5 cups chicken broth.  You first set your Instant Pot to saute and add the olive oil.  Then you cook the chicken (until it is white) and the spices.  Just add the other ingredients and close the lid and BAM within 7 minutes it is done.  It usually takes about 5-6 minutes to pressurize completely before it starts cooking, so total time from start to finish, prepping included, is about 20 minutes. 

The chicken was super tender and the vegetables and noodles were cooked to perfection. 

Serves 6-8 

 

 

Ingredients

• 1 Tablespoon olive oil 
• 2 skinless/boneless chicken breast, cubed 
• 1/2 medium onion, diced or 1 Tablespoon onion powder 
• 1 Tablespoon garlic powder
• Salt & Pepper 
• 1 bag frozen mixed vegetables
• 16 oz bag egg noodles 
• 4-5 cups chicken broth 
• 1 cup heavy cream 

Pressure Cooker directions

• Turn Pressure Cooker to Saute and add olive oil 
• When simmering, add the chicken and spices.
• Saute until chicken is white on the outside.
• Add egg noodles, vegetables, and broth.
• Close and lock the lid.
• Set Pressure Cooker to “Manual” setting and program for 7 minutes.
• When done and beeps, use the quick release.
• When steam is completely released, carefully open lid
• Stir in heavy cream.
• Put IP back on saute and cook for another 3-5 minutes until thickens.
• Serve!

We love to serve this with saltine crackers or biscuits and butter

Here are some other awesome things about pressure cooker meals:

• Reduces cooking time by 70%.
• Make sure you stay out of the way of the steam when you release the pressure. 
• Less dirty dishes, because it is all prepared in the same pan. 

Instant Pot Chicken Noodle Casserole

2018-01-17 20:28:59

Serves 6

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Prep Time

5 min

Cook Time

10 min

Total Time

15 min

Prep Time

5 min

Cook Time

10 min

Total Time

15 min

Ingredients

1. 1 Tablespoon olive oil
2. 2 skinless/boneless chicken breast, cubed
3. 1/2 medium onion, diced or 1 Tablespoon onion powder
4. 1 Tablespoon garlic powder
5. Salt & Pepper
6. 1 bag frozen mixed vegetables
7. 16 oz bag egg noodles
8. 4-5 cups chicken broth
9. 1 cup heavy cream

Instructions

1. Turn Pressure Cooker to Saute and add olive oil
2. When simmering, add the chicken and spices.
3. Saute until chicken is white on the outside.
4. Add egg noodles, vegetables, and broth.
5. Close and lock the lid.
6. Set Pressure Cooker to “Manual” setting and program for 7 minutes.
7. When done and beeps, use the quick release.
8. When steam is completely released, carefully open lid
9. Stir in heavy cream.
10. Put IP back on saute and cook for another 3-5 minutes until thickens.
11. Serve!

Notes

1. We love to serve this with saltine crackers or biscuits and butter

By Joni

Adapted from Adventures of a Nurse

Adapted from Adventures of a Nurse

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Have you used a pressure cooker?  Please share your thoughts in a comments below!