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Instant Pot Brussel Sprouts

Instant Pot Creamy Brussel Sprouts

Katerina | Diethood
The ultimate, quick, BEST and delicious Brussel Sprouts cooked in the Instant Pot with cream cheese, more cheese, and bacon! 
Servings : 8 servings
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 slices thick cut bacon, diced
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 2 pounds Brussel Sprouts, ends trimmed, cut in half
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 1/2 cups low sodium vegetable broth
  • 6 ounces cream cheese
  • salt and fresh ground pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 cup grated or shredded Parmesan cheese

Instructions
 

  • Set Instant Pot to Sauté.
  • Melt 1/2 tablespoon butter in the Instant Pot; add in the bacon and fry for 1 minute, or until crispy.
  • Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside; leave bacon drippings and butter in the Instant Pot.
  • Add halved brussel sprouts to the Instant Pot and cook for 1 minute, or until just slightly browned.
  • Turn off the IP.
  • Add in garlic, remaining butter, vegetable broth, and cream cheese; season with salt and pepper and top with the lid.
  • Close the lid and set to Sealing.
  • Press the manual button and set it for 2 minutes. If you like a softer veggie, set it to 3 minutes.
  • Let the Instant Pot come to pressure, and when the cooking cycle has finished, do a quick release.
  • Once the pin in the lid drops down, open it up, and stir in the parmesan cheese and previously prepared bacon. Stir until everything is well incorporated.
  • Transfer to a serving dish and serve.

Notes

NET CARBS: 8 grams
For those that want to double the recipe, DO NOT double the liquid. Adding about a 1/4 cup more is all you will need. Keep cook time the same.
HOW TO STORE LEFTOVERS
CREAMY cooked Brussel Sprouts should be stored in an airtight container and kept in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 4 ounces | Calories: 208 kcal | Carbohydrates: 12 g | Protein: 8 g | Fat: 15 g | Saturated Fat: 7 g | Cholesterol: 39 mg | Sodium: 249 mg | Potassium: 536 mg | Fiber: 4 g | Sugar: 3 g | Vitamin A: 1235 IU | Vitamin C: 96.9 mg | Calcium: 108 mg | Iron: 1.9 mg

Nutritional info is an estimate and provided as courtesy. Values may vary according to the ingredients and tools used. Please use your preferred nutritional calculator for more detailed info.

Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
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