Instant Pot Creamy Tomato Pasta with Chickpeas

Updated at: Thu, 15 Feb 2024 14:41:08 GMT

Step 1

Set your Instant Pot to "Sauté" mode. Heat the olive oil and add the onion. Cook for 3-4 minutes, until softened.

Step 2

Add the garlic and cook for another minute, until fragrant.

Step 3

Pour in the crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, tomato paste, oregano, basil, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper. Stir well.

Step 4

Add the chickpeas and pasta. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Cancel the "Sauté" mode and close the lid. Secure the valve and set to "Manual" (High Pressure) for 5 minutes.

Step 6

Once the cooking time is complete, let the pressure release naturally for 5 minutes, then quick release any remaining pressure.

Step 7

Open the lid and stir in the Parmesan cheese (if using). Taste and adjust seasonings if needed.

Step 8

Garnish with fresh basil leaves (if using) and serve hot.

Step 9

Tips:

Step 10

You can use any type of pasta you like.

Step 11

If you don't have Parmesan cheese, you can use another type of grated cheese or nutritional yeast.

Step 12

For a spicier dish, add more red pepper flakes.

Step 13

You can add other vegetables to this dish, such as spinach, bell peppers, or mushrooms.

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