Creamy Instant Pot Tortellini Recipe

Name: Creamy Instant Pot Tortellini Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Ingredients: 1/2 Cup Chicken Stock Or Chicken Broth; 1/2 Cup Heavy Cream; 1/2 Red Bell Pepper - Diced; 1 Large Onion - Diced; 22 Oz Tortellini Or 650g; 1 Teaspoon Olive Oil; 1 Teaspoon Crushed Garlic; 1 Teaspoon Thyme; 1 Teaspoon Basil; 1/4 Teaspoon Salt; 1/4 Cup Chopped Baby Spinach; 1 Can Chopped Tomatoes - Pureed; 1/4 Cup Grated Parmesan Cheese

Instant Pot Tortellini is a fantastic pasta dish for the whole family. It’s got everything going for it’s full of rich, homemade tomato sauce, tender tortellini, fresh spinach, and grated Parmesan cheese!

If you love the convenience of your Instant Pot and crave comforting pasta dishes, then this easy Instant Pot Tortellini recipe is perfect for you.

a plate of creamy tortellini being held with two hands.

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Why You’ll Love Creamy Tortellini

Deliciously Creamy: This tortellini Instant Pot recipe offers a rich, velvety sauce that perfectly coats the tortellini.
Efficient Cooking: The Instant Pot cuts down on cooking time and cleanup effort.
Versatile Meal: Tortellini is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or as an impressive guest meal.

Recipe Ingredients

Here are the ingredients needed for this Instant Pot Tortellini recipe:

Chicken Stock or Chicken Broth: Adds depth and a savory note to the dish, enhancing the flavors of the other ingredients.
Heavy Cream: Contributes to the creamy texture of the dish, adding a rich, indulgent feel and helping to balance out the acidity of the tomatoes.
Red Bell Pepper: Adds a fresh, slightly sweet crunch that contrasts nicely with the soft tortellini.
Large Onion: Provides a base flavor, adding a sweet, tangy note that complements the other ingredients.
Tortellini: These filled pasta pockets are the star of the dish, offering a delightful chewy texture and often a cheese or meat filling.
Olive Oil: Helps to release the flavors of the garlic and onion and adds a subtle richness.
Crushed Garlic: Infuses the dish with a pungent, aromatic flavor that pairs well with the tomatoes and herbs.
Thyme & Basil: Add a fragrant, earthy note, enhancing the overall flavor profile of the dish.
Salt & Freshly Ground Pepper: Enhance the natural flavors of the ingredients.
Chopped Baby Spinach: Offers a pop of color and a fresh, slightly bitter contrast to the rich, creamy sauce.
Chopped Tomatoes – Pureed: Creates a bright, tangy sauce that coats the tortellini and balances the richness of the cream.
Grated Parmesan Cheese: Melts into the dish, adding a salty, umami kick that enhances the flavors and ties the dish together.

How to Cook Instant Pot Tortellini

Here is a step-by-step guide to cooking tortellini in the Instant Pot.

using wooden spoon to saute bell pepper and onion.

Step One: Place the onions, bell pepper, olive oil and fresh garlic and seasonings into the Instant Pot and saute until softened.

Step Two: Once cooked add the Chicken stock and deglaze the pot. Blend the diced tomato in using a food processor or use an immersion blender in a separate bowl.

tortellini in an instant pot. Green and white pasta.

Step Three: Add the Tortellini to your Instant Pot followed by the blended tomatoes. Close the Instant Pot lid and pressure cook the Tortellini for 2 minutes on high pressure.

Step Four:
Once cooked perform a quick pressure release and remove the Instant pot lid once all the steam has escaped. Add the cream and baby spinach to your Tortellini stirring with a wooden spoon.

Step Five: Perform a quick pressure release and remove the Instant pot lid once all the steam has escaped. Add the cream and baby spinach to your Tortellini stirring with a wooden spoon.

creamy instant pot tortellini on a plate.

Step Six: Plate your tortellini and sprinkle with parmesan cheese and fresh herbs. Your Instant Pot tortellini is now ready to serve.

Top Variations for Tortellini

There are plenty of tortellini fillings that would work well with this recipe. Here are a few:

Beef Tortellini
Chicken Tortellini
Pesto Tortellini
Spinach Tortellini
Mix Cheese Tortellini
Sausage Tortellini
Shrimp Tortellini
Squidward Tortellini
Lobster Tortellini
Italian Sausage Tortellini

How to Store Leftover Tortellini

Fridge: Cooked tortellini can last in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Freeze: You can also freeze tortellini for up to 6 months. To keep your tortellini as fresh as possible, try adding a small amount of olive oil to the tortellini before freezing.
Reheat: Microwave tortellini for about 1-2 minutes, checking at 1 minute to ensure they are heated through but not overcooked. Adjust the time based on the quantity and power of your microwave.

What To Serve With Tortellini?

Garlic Breadsticks: Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside – a perfect match for creamy tortellini.
Roasted Vegetables: Oven-roasted colorful veggies add flavors and a healthy touch to your meal.
Caesar Salad: Crisp romaine lettuce, parmesan, and Caesar dressing complement the richness of the tortellini.
Sauteed Spinach: Quick and easy, sautéed spinach with garlic provides a nutritious and flavorful side option.
Bruschetta: Diced tomatoes, garlic, basil, and olive oil on toasted baguette slices – a delightful appetizer or side dish.
Grilled Asparagus: Lightly seasoned and grilled spears add a smoky flavor to balance the creamy pasta.
Mushroom Risotto: Mushroom risotto is luxurious and savory, enhancing the overall dining experience.

FAQ’S

What Is Tortellini Pasta?

Tortellini is a type of pasta dough that is typically stuffed with cheese or other savory fillings. It is usually served in soup as an easy one-pot meal or as part of a pasta dish and comes in many different shapes and sizes.
Some popular varieties of tortellini include beef tortellini, spinach tortellini, mushroom tortellini, and cheese tortellini.

Creamy Instant Pot Tortellini Recipe

Instant Pot Tortellini is a fantastic pasta dish for the whole family. It's got everything going for it's full of rich, homemade tomato sauce, tender tortellini, fresh spinach, and grated Parmesan cheese!

This creamy hearty Tortellini Instant Pot recipe is perfect for busy weeknights and is super fast to make

Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Serving Size Servings

Ingredients

1/2 Cup Chicken Stock Or Chicken Broth
1/2 Cup Heavy Cream
1/2 Red Bell Pepper – Diced
1 Large Onion – Diced
22 Oz Tortellini Or 650g
1 Teaspoon Olive Oil
1 Teaspoon Crushed Garlic
1 Teaspoon Thyme
1 Teaspoon Basil
1/4 Teaspoon Salt
1/4 Cup Chopped Baby Spinach
1 Can Chopped Tomatoes – Pureed
1/4 Cup Grated Parmesan Cheese

Instructions

Place the onions, bell pepper, olive oil and fresh garlic and seasonings into the Instant Pot and saute until softened.
Add the Tortellini and chicken stock to your Instant Pot.
Place the canned diced tomatoes into a small bowl and blend using an immersion blender. This will make it into a marinara sauce. Once blended add the sauce to the inner pot.
Close the Instant Pot lid and set the pressure valve to the closed setting. Pressure-cook the Tortellini for 2 minutes on high pressure.
Perform a quick pressure release and remove the Instant pot lid once all the steam has escaped.
Add the cream and baby spinach to your Tortellini stirring with a wooden spoon.
Plate your tortellini and sprinkle with parmesan cheese and fresh herbs. Your Instant Pot tortellini is now ready to serve.

Nutrition

Notes

If you’re pressure cooking frozen cheese tortellini instead of fresh tortellini then you’ll need to add an extra 3 minutes to the cooking time. To pressure cook frozen tortellini set your Instant Pot to 5 minutes cook time. If using dried tortellini cook for 10-11 minutes.

Tortellini leftovers can be stored