Hey friends! Today, I’m sharing one of my favorite recipes that’s perfect for a quick and delicious dinner: Instant Pot Meatball Subs. With just a few ingredients and the magic of the Instant Pot, you’ll have a mouthwatering meal ready in no time.
Why I Love This Meal
I love making these Instant Pot Meatball Subs for my family. With five kids, finding meals that are both quick and delicious is a must, and this recipe hits the mark perfectly. The pressure cooker makes everything so much easier and faster, allowing me to have a hearty, home-cooked meal ready in no time.
The meatballs cook up perfectly tender and flavorful in the sauce, and the whole process is incredibly hands-off. While the meatballs are cooking, I can toast the hoagie rolls and get everything else ready, making it an efficient use of time. This meal is a huge hit with my family of seven, and it’s a wonderful way to bring everyone together around the dinner table without spending hours in the kitchen.
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Ingredients For This Meal
• 1 pound of meatballs (store-bought or homemade)
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 4 hoagie rolls
• 1/2 cup rosso pesto sauce
• 1 cup crushed tomato sauce
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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Instructions
1. Prepare the Meatballs:
• If you’re using store-bought meatballs, they are ready to go! If you’re making your own, prepare and shape them into bite-sized balls.
2. Cook the Meatballs in the Instant Pot:
• Pour the crushed tomato sauce into the Instant Pot.
• Add the rosso pesto sauce, Italian seasoning, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
• Place the meatballs into the sauce, making sure they are evenly coated.
• Close the lid, set the valve to sealing, and cook on high pressure for 10 minutes.
• Once the cooking time is up, do a quick release of the pressure.
3. Toast the Hoagie Rolls:
• While the meatballs are cooking, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
• Slice the hoagie rolls in half and place them on a baking sheet.
• Toast them in the oven for about 5 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
4. Assemble the Subs:
• Once the rolls are toasted, place a generous amount of meatballs and sauce onto each roll.
• Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the meatballs.
5. Melt the Cheese:
• Place the assembled subs back into the oven for a couple of minutes until the cheese is melted and broiled.
6. Serve and Enjoy:
• Remove the subs from the oven, let them cool for a minute, and then dig in!
Instant Pot Meatball Subs
Course: DinnerCuisine: American, ItalianDifficulty: Easy7
People10
minutes10
minutesIngredients
1 pound of meatballs (store-bought or homemade)
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
4 hoagie rolls
1/2 cup rosso pesto sauce
1 cup crushed tomato sauce
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- If you’re using store-bought meatballs, they are ready to go. If making your own, prepare and shape them into bite-sized balls.
- Pour the crushed tomato sauce into the Instant Pot. Add the rosso pesto sauce, Italian seasoning, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
- Place the meatballs into the sauce, making sure they are evenly coated. Close the lid, set the valve to sealing, and cook on high pressure for 10 minutes.
- While the meatballs are cooking, slice the hoagie rolls in half and place them on a baking sheet. Toast them in the oven for about 5 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Once the cooking time is up, do a quick release of the pressure.
- Place a generous amount of meatballs and sauce onto each toasted roll. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the meatballs.
- Return the assembled subs to the oven for a couple of minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove the subs from the oven, let them cool for a minute, and then dig in!
Enjoy your delicious Instant Pot Meatball Subs with your favorite side salad or chips.
I hope you love this recipe as much as I do. It’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a fun weekend meal. Let me know how yours turn out by tagging me in your posts! Happy cooking!