Whether you’re hosting a get-together, bringing a dish to a party, or craving a snack-style dinner, you’ll love these simple & flavorful Instant Pot appetizers! Each of these recipes are made with real food ingredients, nothing artificial.

Making Appetizers in the Instant Pot
I love my trusty Instant Pot. It’s so fun to make creative recipes like beefy cheesy lasagna mac or savory Italian roast beef.
But other times, I’m guilty letting it sit dormant too long, mainly just using it to cook dried beans or boiled eggs. So I need some incentive to try new recipes!
The Instant Pot is so versatile. You can use it for every single meal, from breakfast to dinner.
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But appetizers are one of the most fun ways to get creative with your IP! It’s nice to try quick Instant Pot snacks when you don’t feel like cooking a huge meal.
Appetizers are great for the Instant Pot because you typically don’t want to spend a ton of time making a starter dish, especially if you are prepping a main course too. These types of dishes lend themselves really well to quick & easy prep.
Can you make things crispy in an Instant Pot?
Not really, because pressure cooking is essentially a type of steam cooking. Any recipe that does well in a crock pot or with a boiling or steaming method can be converted to IP.
However, recipes that need “dry cooking” to crisp up (like roasting, broiling, or toasting) do better in an oven or air fryer. It really depends on what type of recipe you’re going for.
But, there is a workaround. GET THIS… Instant Pot recently created a “crisper lid” (also known as an air fryer lid) attachment. When you use this special lid, it has the ability to make any of your foods crispy just like an air fryer! Perfect to make your appetizers even more delightful.
Instant Pot Recipes for a Crowd
Another reason I love these Instant Pot appetizers is that they’re great for a crowd! They don’t necessarily need to be served as party appetizers only. Serve them as a side dish for any meal, or bring them to your next get-together to wow everyone.
These recipes are extra popular at church potlucks too! Everyone loves fun party-style food.
Whether your group loves nachos, sliders, wings, soups, or dips, there is something in this list for you!
Healthy Instant Pot Appetizers
Each of these recipes is made using real food ingredients, meaning there’s no processed junk here. No cream-of-whatever soups, Velveeta, or anything like that.
Appetizers sometimes get a bad rap for being really unhealthy and deep-fried, but with the Instant Pot it’s possible to make them mega-tasty and healthy too!
Instant Pot Appetizers
These Instant Pot appetizers are a snap to make and are total crowd-pleasers. Perfect for any gathering, potluck, or just a simple snack-style dinner. All real food ingredients, nothing processed.
Instant Pot Pepper Beef Meatballs
Meatballs, sauteed peppers & a delectable sauce.
Buffalo Chicken Nachos (Instant Pot, Paleo)
Paleo friendly nachos with a roasted potato rounds base, covered with Instant Pot buffalo chicken, veggies and a creamy sauce.
Instant Pot Chicken Wings
These buffalo wings are incredible - cook to tender perfection in the IP, then broil for a few minutes to get them crispy before coating in buffalo sauce.
Keto Ranch Deviled Eggs
Deviled eggs just became even better with addictive ranch flavor - need I say more?
Instant Pot Steamed Dumplings
These yummy Asian inspired dumplings are loaded with nourishing veggies.
Instant Pot Falafel
Falafel is a real food appetizer everyone loves - and who knew you can make it in the instant pot?
IKEA Swedish Meatballs in the Instant Pot
Who doesn't love a good IKEA copycat Swedish meatball? And who knew you could make 'em in the IP? (Just omit the french onion soup mix for a real food version.)
Low Carb Cheesy IP Cauliflower
This low carb cheesy IP cauliflower is a light yet tasty starter dish. Use toothpicks to grab the florets off the platter.
Instant Pot Chicken Nachos
These Mexican and BBQ flavored chicken nachos will be a crowd favorite every time.
Instant Pot Vegetable Beef Soup
I love a good soup as an appetizer. This Instant Pot vegetable beef soup filled with tender beef chunks and a variety of colorful veggies.
Instant Pot Classic Meatballs (Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free)
These are your go-to IP meatballs - just add any dipping sauce you love!
Instant Pot Spinach Artichoke Dip
A classic party favorite made even simpler with the Instant Pot! Creamy, cheesy perfection.
Pressure Cooker Mini Mushroom Quiche - Low Carb, Keto, GF
These adorable mini quiches are filled with yummy add-ins like mushrooms & cheese.
Instant Pot Clam Chowder (GF)
This creamy, rich clam chowder is always a crowd favorite.
Instant Pot Refried Beans
Make easy flavorful IP refried beans, top with sour cream and/or salsa and serve with chips for dipping.
Easy Instant Pot Artichokes Recipe
All you need is some melted garlic butter for these melt-in-your-mouth artichokes!
Easy Garlic Instant Pot Hummus Recipe
Everyone's favorite dip = hummus! Prep is even quicker in the Instant Pot.
Instant Pot Teriyaki Chicken Wings
More Instant Pot wing perfection - this time with sweet & savory teriyaki sauces!
Roasted Tomatillo Salsa Verde
This popular roasted green salsa dip is a favorite at many Mexican restaurants, and now you can make it at home in your Instant Pot.
Honey BBQ Chicken Wings
These honey BBQ wings made in the Instant Pot will be gone in a flash!
Authentic Instant Dhokla
In the mood for a fun ethnic appetizer? This Dhokla is a spongy chickpea flour cake with flavored with savory spices.
Instant Pot Buffalo Cauliflower Wing Dip
This healthy dip has all the bold flavors of cheese and buffalo sauce, with cauliflower as the base instead of chicken.
Instant Pot Cream of Mushroom Soup
If you want an appetizer that feels fancy and decadent but is simple to make, this cream of mushroom is perfect!
Instant Pot Chicken Tortilla Soup
A flavorful Mexican tortilla soup made in the trusty IP!
Instant Pot Southern Deviled Eggs
Did you know prepping deviled eggs in even easier with the Instant Pot? The peels just slide off!
Creamy Homemade Cilantro Jalapeno Hummus
Everyone will fight over this spicy, savory, unique hummus recipe!
Instant Pot Baba Ganoush Eggplant Dip
This traditional eggplant dip is a popular alternative to hummus that everyone loves.
Borani Persian Yogurt Spinach Dip
This veggie-filled yogurt dip is a fun recipe to serve with any type of bread or sliced veggies.
Instant Pot Steamed Shrimp
Perfectly steamed shrimp in the Instant Pot? Why yes, it's totally possible!
Instant Pot Sweet Chili Chicken Wings
You can never have too many chicken wings -- these have a mouthwatering sweet chili glaze.
Instant Pot White Bean Soup with Sausage and Kale
Everyone loves this savory and veggie-filled white bean sausage kale soup.
Instant Pot Egg Bites
These egg bites are filled with various types of cheese, and you can add any additional herbs or pieces of meat you like.
Instant Pot Keto Orange Chicken
Make this orange chicken into "bites" by serving with toothpicks as a fun Asian style appetizer.
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