Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes (No Drain + Extra Creamy)

Mashed potatoes in a bowl topped with butter.

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Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes (No Drain + Extra Creamy)

Enjoy creamy Instant Pot mashed potatoes made with a simple no-drain method. Potatoes cook in chicken broth and mash in the same pot for an easy, flavorful side dish.

Prep Time10

Cook Time8

Natural Pressure Release10

Total Time28

Course: Side Dish Recipes

Cuisine: American

Keyword: instant pot mashed potatoes no drain

Servings: servings

Calories: 139kcal

Author: Deanne Frieders

Ingredients

2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes washed and cut into halves or quarters
1 cup chicken broth
4 ounces cream cheese cut into chunks
salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

Prep potatoes. Wash 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes and cut into halves or quarters.
Add to Instant Pot. Place potatoes and 1 cup chicken broth in the Instant Pot. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
Pressure cook. Seal the lid and cook on High Pressure for 8 minutes.
Release pressure. Allow a 10 minute natural pressure release, then quick release remaining pressure.
Mash potatoes. Add 4 ounces cream cheese and mash directly in the pot until smooth or slightly chunky.
Season and serve. Taste and adjust salt and black pepper as needed. Serve warm.

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Notes

No Drain Method - Because the potatoes cook in a measured amount of broth, most of the liquid absorbs during pressure cooking. This eliminates the need to drain the potatoes and adds extra flavor.

Best Potatoes for Mashed Potatoes - Yukon Gold potatoes are ideal because they create naturally creamy mashed potatoes. Russet potatoes also work if you prefer a fluffier texture.

Cream Cheese Substitute You can substitute:

sour cream
butter + milk
light cream cheese

Cream cheese gives the potatoes an extra rich and creamy texture.

Storage - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Freezing Mashed Potatoes - Mashed potatoes freeze well. Place cooled potatoes in freezer bags and remove excess air. Freeze flat for easy storage. Reheat gently with a splash of milk or broth to restore creaminess.

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