Simple Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes

This recipe for Instant Pot mashed potatoes is super easy. Just pressure cook the potatoes, then mash in sour cream, butter, and milk for tasty results.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 25 mins
• Total Time: 35 mins
• Calories: 386 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons milk
• 2 cubes chicken bouillon
• 0.5 cup sour cream
• 1.5 cups water
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter, cubed
• 1.25 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Add sour cream, butter, and milk. Gently mash with a potato masher to reach your desired consistency.

Step 2

Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 10 minutes. Release remaining pressure carefully using the quick-release method. Remove the pot and carefully drain off most of the liquid.

Step 3

Peel potatoes if desired, then cut into 1-inch cubes. Place into a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot) with water and bouillon cubes. Select Sauté function and cook for 4 minutes.

Step 4

Stir potatoes and water and break up bouillon cubes. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to the manufacturer's instructions; set the timer for 10 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.