Creamy Instant Pot Brussels Sprouts
Make creamy Brussels sprouts in the Instant Pot in minutes, smothered in cheese sauce with bacon and Parmesan. This is an easy, low-carb, keto-friendly side dish for the holidays!
Servings: 8 servings
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 slices thick-cut bacon diced
- 1½ tablespoons butter divided
- 2 pounds Brussels sprouts ends trimmed, cut in half
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1½ cups vegetable broth or chicken broth
- 6 ounces cream cheese
- salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- ¼ cup grated or shredded Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the bacon. Set the 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.
- Sauté the Brussels sprouts. Add the halved Brussels sprouts to the Instant Pot and cook for 1 minute, or until just slightly browned. Turn off the IP.
- Add the remaining ingredients. Add in garlic, remaining butter, vegetable broth, and cream cheese; season with salt and pepper, and top with the lid.
- Seal and cook. 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.
- Finish and serve. 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
- Double the recipe: For those who wish to double the recipe, DO NOT double the liquid. Adding about 1/4 cup more is all you need. Keep the cook time the same.
- Store leftovers: Cooked Brussels sprouts should be stored in an airtight container and kept in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 4ounces | Calories: 208kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 39mg | Sodium: 249mg | Potassium: 536mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1235IU | Vitamin C: 96.9mg | Calcium: 108mg | Iron: 1.9mg
