December Instant Pot Meal Plan (2019)

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! The holidays are here and with them comes a new December Instant Pot Meal Plan. This month is full of easy and delicious recipes, perfect for the holidays. Lots of recipes ideal for the chilly weather and some special meals for Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Eve. Here’s what you can expect:

Instant Pot Christmas Recipes

For Christmas Day, you’ll find a wonderfully juicy Turkey Roast with Gravy. I made this recipe specifically for the Instant Pot. That way, you can enjoy a traditional Christmas dinner with minimal time, hassle, or mess. For pairing with this turkey, I’d suggest making my Homemade Cornbread Stuffing as a side. And for dessert, my Ambrosia Salad.

Instant Pot Pasta Recipes

You will also find lots of comforting pasta dishes like my much loved Chicken Tetrazzini, Cheeseburger Mac, and Taco Pasta, to name a few. I love making pasta recipes using a pressure cooker. There’s no draining, which means no dirtying a strainer. That’s perfect for this time of year because with all the cooking that happens during the holidays, space in the kitchen sink comes at a premium.

Easy Instant Pot Soup Recipes

Aren’t soups just perfect for this time of year? They will warm you right up! There are some brand new soup recipes from my blog on this meal plan. The soup of the month is my super special Vanilla Jalapeño Corn Chowder. The creamy sweetness with that touch of spice is truly marvelous. And to enjoy that leftover turkey after Christmas, you can make my White Turkey Chili. It’s the most delicious way to use up that leftover turkey.

Instant Pot Holiday Side Dishes

You’ll find plenty of delicious side dishes on this meal plan. And these sides are perfect for this time of the year. The Butternut Mac & Cheese is just… Wow! The creaminess and hint of sweetness from the squash is phenomenal! My family really loves this one.

Some other sides that you’ll find in the meal plan include Mashed Potatoes, Sweet Potato Casserole, and Lemon Butter Broccoli.

Instant Pot Desserts

Now for my favorite part of any meal… dessert time!!! This month you can enjoy my Coconut Flan, Dulce de Leche, and Turtle Lava Cakes. These Instant Pot desserts are so rich and decadent, I can barely wait.

I hope you enjoy this month of recipes! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Make sure you also check out my latest Instant Pot Meal Plan.

December 2019 Instant Pot Meal Plan

Below the list of recipes, you will find a link to the downloadable calendar and links to all my monthly Instant Pot meal plans.

Main Dishes

Enjoy these wonderful Instant Pot dishes for the month of December.

December 1
Vanilla Jalapeño Corn Chowder
from One Happy Housewife
The gentle sweet heat of a warm bowl of this amazing soup is so comforting.
December 2
Chicken Tetrazzini
from One Happy Housewife
With tender bite-sized chicken served over spaghetti and topped with a creamy sauce, this Chicken Tetrazzini will be a family favorite.
December 3
Taco Soup
from One Happy Housewife
A wonderful dump-and-go meal that’s loaded with taco flavor, requires very little prep, and uses easy to find ingredients.
December 4
BBQ Pork Ribs
from Spice Cravings
If you’re looking for a fantastic BBQ recipe, then these fall-off-the-bone pork ribs certainly fit the bill.
December 5
Cashew Butter Chicken
from Paint the Kitchen Red
This quick and easy recipe has all the taste of butter chicken without all the calories.
December 6
Broccoli Cheese Soup
from One Happy Housewife
The combination of broccoli, carrots, cream, and cheddar make for a hearty soup that’s amazingly creamy and flavorful.
December 7
Cheeseburger Mac
from One Happy Housewife
A super hearty and flavorful, from-scratch pasta casserole that’s sure to be a hit with the kids. This one is so delicious, it’s like having your favorite burger in a bowl. A great meal for busy weeknights.
December 8
Dr. Pepper Pulled Pork
from One Happy Housewife
Made with only 4 ingredients, this fall apart delicious pulled pork is so tasty and versatile.
December 9
Cheesy Sausage Rigatoni
from One Happy Housewife
Rigatoni pasta and savory ground sausage are covered in a cheesy marinara sauce. This is a quick, easy, and filling pasta dish that the entire family will love.
December 10
Salsa Chicken
from One Happy Housewife
A very popular recipe that’s fast, easy, and so versatile. The perfect busy weeknight meal!
December 11
Meatloaf
from The Halfway Homesteaders
Perfect for the meat lover, meatloaf just got way easier to make!
December 12
Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta
from One Happy Housewife
Penne pasta drenched in an impossibly creamy sun-dried tomato and basil sauce. And since you’ll have it on the table in less than 20 minutes, it’s a perfect meal for any weeknight dinner.
December 13
Hawaiian Sloppy Joes
from One Happy Housewife
Pineapple, red and yellow peppers, and sweet onion give the traditional Sloppy Joe a Hawaiian twist.
December 14
Chicken Couscous
from One Happy Housewife
Pearl couscous, shredded chicken, peas, and carrots come together to make a quick and easy dump meal that’s full of flavor. This simple recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner
December 15
French Dip
from One Happy Housewife
An unbelievably flavorful and juicy meat, covered in melted cheese and served on toasted, crispy, buttered bread.
December 16
Chicken Broccoli Alfredo
from One Happy Housewife
A incredibly delicious pasta dish that features a homemade Alfredo sauce that’s unforgettably rich, creamy, and flavorful.
December 17
Taco Pasta
from One Happy Housewife
Love Mexican food but tired of the same ‘ole, same ‘ole? Then try this easy and delicious pasta dish. It’s kid-approved and will be ready in no time. It’s the perfect hearty meal for a busy weeknight.
December 18
Chicken Soup
from One Happy Housewife
This hearty, healthy, homemade chicken soup is so tasty and loaded with nourishing vegetables and spices.
December 19
Tuna Casserole
from One Happy Housewife
This classic comfort dish is made fast – from scratch. Egg noodles, tuna, and peas covered in a deliciously creamy homemade sauce with just the right seasonings will make this recipe an instant family favorite.
December 20
Carnitas
from One Happy Housewife
Authentic flavor, incredibly juicy pork, and crispy edges. Traditional pork carnitas made in a fraction of the time.
December 21
Couscous with Ground Beef
from One Happy Housewife
Made with Israeli couscous, seasoned ground sirloin, and sweet peppers, this quick and easy pasta dish is full of flavor and certain to become a family favorite. Perfect for busy weeknights!
December 22
Chicken and Dumplings
from One Happy Housewife
Tender, tasty chicken, sweet veggies, and dumplings. This is the epitome of comfort food.
December 23
Spaghetti & Meatballs
from One Happy Housewife
You can never go wrong with spaghetti and meatballs. Everyone loves it and it’s always easy. This recipe makes it even easier because it requires no prep and is ready in minutes.
December 24
Balsamic Apple Pork Tenderloin
from Simply Happy Foodie
Tender and moist pork medallions drenched in an amazingly sweet & tangy sauce.
December 25
Turkey Roast
from One Happy Housewife
This tender, juicy turkey roast covered in a homemade turkey gravy is perfect for a no-fuss fall or holiday dinner.
December 26
White Turkey Chili
from One Happy Housewife
If you’re looking for the perfect recipe for that leftover turkey, then this hearty and delicious chili is perfect!
December 27
Cajun Shrimp Alfredo
from One Happy Housewife
Yes – you can enjoy Cajun Shrimp Alfredo at home! This creamy, rich pasta is loaded with andouille sausage, plump tender shrimp, and Cajun flavor. This popular recipe is easy to make and a must-try!
December 28
Tomato Soup
from One Happy Housewife
This wonderfully delicious and creamy tomato soup is infused with basil and lightly sweetened with honey.
December 29
Chili with Beans
from One Happy Housewife
A hearty, comforting bowl of homemade chili packed full of amazing flavor.
December 30
Spicy Cajun Pasta
from One Happy Housewife
Simple ingredients like pasta, sausage, and cheese seasoned with the perfect touch of Cajun spices make this a winning combination. This is a super easy weeknight dinner with a wonderful kick of cajun.
December 31
Lobster Tails
from One Happy Housewife
Perfectly cooked and tender lobster tails made fast in the Instant Pot.

Side Dishes

Lemon Butter Broccoli
from One Happy Housewife
An incredibly delicious and healthy side dish that can be served fast using the help of the Instant Pot.
Mashed Potatoes
from One Happy Housewife
Cooked and seasoned to perfection, these mashed potatoes are so fast and easy to make.
Sweet Potato Casserole
from One Happy Housewife
This holiday favorite side dish is sweet, delicious and bursting with holiday goodness.
Green Beans
from One Happy Housewife
The buttery garlic flavor make these tender green beans a favorite side dish.
Butternut Mac and Cheese
from One Happy Housewife
Fall spices and a rich and creamy cheddar flavor are perfectly paired with sweet butternut squash in this comforting pasta dish. This is an amazing comfort dish.

Desserts

Flan
from One Happy Housewife
One of my favorite desserts growing up! A heavenly dark caramel blankets this rich, creamy, and silky smooth flan. You’ll want to make this one all the time!
Dulce de Leche
from One Happy Housewife
Enjoy this deliciously rich and sweet caramel spread that is a common treat in many Hispanic countries. And, thanks to the pressure cooker, there’s no need to wait for hours to turn condensed milk into this amazing treat! This stuff is so good, it’s addictive!
Coconut Flan
from One Happy Housewife
A delicious custard-like dessert filled with with coconut flavor and shredded coconut in every bite.
Turtle Lava Cakes
from One Happy Housewife
These deliciously decadent mini cakes are overflowing with a molten chocolate center, caramel and pecans. They are an indulgence like no other!
Arroz con Leche
from One Happy Housewife
This traditional Hispanic dessert is so creamy, rich and delicious. Simple ingredients and so quick and easy to make.

Download the December 2019 Meal Plan Calendar.

For more Instant Pot Meal Plan ideas for the month of December, check out my archive of December Instant Pot Meal Plans.

Past Instant Pot Meal Plans

Each month I publish a new, updated Instant Pot Meal Plan. So don’t miss out on seeing what wonderful dishes I’ve included in my latest one.

LOOKING FOR A PAST MEAL PLAN?

You can also access all of my previously published Instant Pot Meal Plans through the links below. I handpick the recipes that appear each month, so you will find that each month is unique with its own set of recipes geared specifically toward that month. Plus, on each meal plan page, you can download the printable calendar for that month.