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Instant Pot Bacon Ranch Potatoes Recipe

Everyone loves bacon and ranch, but wait until they hear that you didn't have to turn on your oven and heat up your house to make these delicious, cheesy potatoes.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time7 minutes
Pressurize Time8 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Easy Instant Pot Recipe, instant pot potatoes, instant pot side dish, potato side dish
Servings: 6
Calories: 285kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds potatoes yellow or red
  • 3 bacon strips
  • 2 teaspoons dried parsley
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • cup water
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • cup ranch dressing

Instructions

  • Chop potatoes into small chunks, approximately 1 inch cubes.
  • Cut the bacon (uncooked) into small pieces.
  • Press the SAUTE button on the Instant Pot and add bacon. Cook, stirring frequently, until crispy.
  • Add in potatoes, dried parsley, salt, and garlic powder.
  • Pour 1/3 cup of water into the Instant Pot.
  • Close the lid and turn the knob to SEALING. Push the MANUAL or PRESSURE COOK button. Set the timer (or arrow up) for 7 minutes.
  • When done cooking, turn the knob to VENTING (or quick release) and wait for it to un-pressurize. Carefully open the lid.
  • Add cheese and ranch dressing. Stir to combine and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 285kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 31mg | Sodium: 821mg | Potassium: 698mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 197IU | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 160mg | Iron: 2mg