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Creamy Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes

These Instant Pot mashed potatoes are ultra-creamy and ready in under 30 minutes. Made with just a handful of ingredients, they’re the perfect no-fuss side dish for any meal—from roasts to grilled chicken.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Pressure Release 5 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: 230
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 5 lbs russet potatoes peeled and quartered
  • 1 cup water or chicken broth
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • ¾ cup warm milk
  • 8 Tbsp unsalted butter softened or melted
  • 1 Tbsp parsley or chives optional

Method
 

  1. Insert trivet into Instant Pot. Add 1 cup water or broth and 1 tsp salt.
  2. Quarter the peeled potatoes and place over trivet.
  3. Cook on high pressure for 10 minutes. Quick release pressure.
  4. Remove trivet, leaving liquid. Mash potatoes in the pot.
  5. Stir in warm milk gradually, then mix in butter until combined.
  6. Adjust seasoning and garnish with parsley or chives.
  7. See full steps with tips & photos → https://theboatshedcafe.com/instant-pot-mashed-potatoes/

Notes

  • For richer flavor, use chicken broth instead of water.
  • Warm milk blends more smoothly and keeps the mash creamy.
  • Make them ahead and use the “keep warm” function for up to 2 hours.