Description
This Instant Pot Mushroom Risotto recipe is a creamy, flavorful dish made with tender cremini mushrooms, fresh spinach, and sweet peas, all cooked to perfection using an Instant Pot for a quick and easy meal. The savory blend of garlic, onion, thyme, and Parmesan cheese delivers a comforting and satisfying vegetarian risotto in just 35 minutes.
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (divided)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 onion (diced)
- 8 ounces cremini mushrooms (thinly sliced)
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
- 1 cup arborio rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
Vegetables and Cheese
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 3/4 cup frozen peas (thawed)
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: Set a 6-quart Instant Pot to the high sauté setting. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter, then add minced garlic and diced onion. Cook while stirring frequently until the onions become translucent, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Cook Mushrooms: Add the sliced cremini mushrooms to the pot and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 3-4 minutes. Season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Toast Arborio Rice: Stir in the arborio rice and cook until lightly toasted, about 1-2 minutes, ensuring the rice is well-coated with butter and mixed with the vegetables.
- Add Broth and Thyme, Pressure Cook: Pour in the chicken broth and sprinkle in the dried thyme. Close the Instant Pot lid, select the manual/high pressure setting, and set the timer for 6 minutes. Once cooking is complete, perform a quick pressure release following the manufacturer’s instructions.
- Finish with Spinach, Peas, and Parmesan: Open the lid and stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and the baby spinach. Continue stirring until the spinach wilts, about 2 minutes. Then, add the thawed peas and freshly grated Parmesan, stirring until heated through, approximately 30 seconds to 1 minute.
- Serve: Serve the risotto immediately while hot, ensuring a creamy texture and well-blended flavors.
Notes
- Use chicken broth for richer flavor; vegetable broth can be substituted for a vegetarian version.
- For a vegan version, omit Parmesan and use a dairy-free butter alternative.
- Do not overcook the rice; the 6-minute pressure cooking time is crucial for perfect al dente texture.
- Quick-release the pressure carefully to prevent overcooking.
- Feel free to substitute cremini mushrooms with other mushrooms like button or shiitake.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Instant Pot
- Cuisine: Italian
