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Instant Pot Rasta Pasta

Instant Pot Rasta Pasta: A Flavorful Journey in Minutes

Discover the quick and delicious Instant Pot Rasta Pasta, combining jerk chicken and vibrant veggies in 15 minutes.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Caribbean
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz pasta penne or fusilli
For the Protein
  • 1 lb chicken breasts or substitute with shrimp, tofu, or beans
For the Sauté
  • 1 tbsp oil olive or vegetable
  • 1 medium red pepper sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
For the Sauce
  • 15 oz tomato sauce
  • 1 cup chicken stock
  • 1 cup heavy cream or coconut milk for a lighter option
  • 2 tbsp jerk seasoning adjust to taste
For the Finishing Touch
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese or nutritional yeast for dairy-free
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

Equipment

  • Instant Pot

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Set your Instant Pot to the 'Sauté' function and drizzle in 1 tablespoon of oil. When hot, add diced chicken breasts and cook for 2-3 minutes until golden brown, stirring occasionally. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. Toss in the sliced red bell pepper and chopped green onions. Sauté for an additional 2-3 minutes until the vegetables soften.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and jerk seasoning. Cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Add chicken stock and tomato sauce to deglaze the pot. Scrape the bottom to incorporate all flavors.
  5. Carefully submerge pasta into the pot, mixing well with the sauce.
  6. Close the lid and set the valve to sealing. Cook on high pressure for 4 minutes.
  7. After cooking, carefully quick release the pressure. Remove the lid and stir the pasta.
  8. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until combined. Let simmer for a few minutes.
  9. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Serve hot, garnished with extra cheese and green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 6gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Customize with different proteins and adjust spice levels to your liking.

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