Summer is officially underway, and though it’s not the usual summer, we’re still ready for some delicious summer food! So, here is my July Instant Pot Meal Plan.
This month’s meal plan has 4th of July in mind with a delicious Dr. Pepper Pulled Pork on that day, plus lots of easy dessert and side dish ideas, including my new Instant Pot Potato Salad that pairs perfectly with the pulled pork! Here’s what you can expect:
Instant Pot Summer Recipes
We’re knee deep into the dog days of summer and I’ve included lot’s of summertime recipes for these feverishly hot months. Some of the deliciousness that I have in store for you are Chicken Thighs and Potatoes, Honey Garlic Tenderloin, Fish Biryani, and Cajun Chicken Salad.
You’ll also find some wonderful taco recipes in the mix. There are recipes for Carnitas, Carne Asada, and Chicken Tacos. All delicious and perfect for summer.
Simple Instant Pot Main Dishes
I’ve also included plenty of pasta recipes, easy chicken recipes, ground beef recipes, and seafood recipes. You’ll also find recipes from around the world. I’ve included Indian recipes, Hispanic recipes, Italian recipes, American recipes, and more. There is no shortage of variety in this month’s meal plan.
A few of the great pasta recipes you’ll find are Taco Pasta, Cajun Shrimp Alfredo, and Lasagna. For the chicken fans, there is Chicken Tortilla Soup, and Chicken and Dumplings. And if ground beef is your thing then you’ll love Hawaiian Sloppy Joes, Couscous with Ground Beef, and Cheesy Ground Beef and Rice.
There are also tons of great seafood dishes in this meal plan. A few that you shouldn’t miss are the Coconut Shrimp Curry, Fish Curry, and Gumbo. Yum!
Instant Pot Side Dishes
I’ve also included plenty of side dishes for the Instant Pot. You’ll find some wonderful summertime sides like Potato Salad, Macaroni Salad, and White Cheddar Mac & Cheese. These sides are great with many of the main dish recipes on this meal plan.
Instant Pot Dessert Recipes
We cannot forget dessert! There are tons of splendid Instant Pot dessert recipes to choose from. Desserts like Peach Cobbler, Strawberries and Cream Cake, and Lemon Cake are a few of the wonderful sweet treats that you’ll find. There is no shortage of summery deliciousness in this meal plan. So, take out that tub of vanilla ice cream and get ready to enjoy a delicious summer treat.
Have a safe July friends!
Make sure you also check out my latest Instant Pot Meal Plan.
July 2020 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
July 1Red Beans and Rice from One Happy Housewife
A perfect dump and start dish to make in your pressure cooker on those busy weeknights when you need something fast and delicious.
July 2Hawaiian Sloppy Joes from One Happy Housewife
Pineapple, red and yellow peppers, and sweet onion give the traditional Sloppy Joe a Hawaiian twist.
July 3Cajun Shrimp Alfredo from One Happy Housewife
This creamy, rich pasta is loaded with andouille sausage, plump tender shrimp, and Cajun flavor.
July 4Dr. Pepper Pulled Pork from One Happy Housewife
Made with only 4 ingredients, this fall apart delicious pulled pork is so tasty and versatile.
July 5Chicken and Dumplings from One Happy Housewife
Tender, tasty chicken, sweet veggies, and dumplings. This is the epitome of comfort food.
July 6Chicken Thighs with Potatoes from Simply Happy Foodie
Cook two foods at once with this simple and delicious Instant Pot recipe.
July 7Taco Pasta from One Happy Housewife
The perfect hearty meal for a busy weeknight, this easy and delicious pasta dish is kid-approved and will be ready in no time.
July 8Potato & Peas Curry (Aloo Matar) from Piping Pot Curry
This quick and easy Instant Pot recipe delivers a warm bowl of potatoes and peas in a delicious curry.
July 9Spaghetti and Meat Sauce from One Happy Housewife
A tasty traditional Italian pasta dish that will be loved by the whole family and can be served in minutes.
July 10Honey Garlic Pork Tenderloin from Simply Happy Foodie
This pork tenderloin is so tender and the honey garlic sauce is absolutely delicious.
July 11Fish Biryani from Ministry of Curry
This one pot meal is made with aromatic long-grain basmati rice that’s cooked over perfectly spiced fish and topped with caramelized onions and cilantro.
July 12Cajun Chicken Salad from Spice Cravings
Spice things up with this cajun style chicken salad that’s so fresh and tasty.
July 13Egg Roll in a Bowl from Awe Filled Homemaker
This deconstructed egg roll is seriously flavorful, easy to make and absolutely delicious.
July 14Salsa Chicken from One Happy Housewife
A very popular recipe that’s fast, easy, and so versatile. The perfect busy weeknight meal!
July 15Couscous with Ground Beef from One Happy Housewife
Super easy and delicious pasta dish that’s full of flavor.
July 16Coconut Shrimp Curry from Piping Pot Curry
This easy shrimp curry is made in a coconut milk base and seasoned with ginger, garlic, onions, tomatoes, and flavorful Indian spices.
July 17Cheesy Ground Beef and Rice from One Happy Housewife
An incredibly easy and hearty family-friendly meal that’s oh so cheesy and delicious.
July 18Moroccan Chickpea Soup from Spice Cravings
This dump-and-start recipe makes a wonderfully hearty soup that is so rich and flavorful.
July 19Tuna Casserole from One Happy Housewife
A classic comfort dish made fast from scratch thanks to the pressure cooker.
July 20Chili with Beans from One Happy Housewife
A hearty, comforting bowl of homemade chili packed full of amazing flavor.
July 21Carne Asada Tacos from Paint the Kitchen Red
A wonderfully flavorful tender beef that’s quick and easy to make at home. Perfect for tacos!
July 22Fish Curry from Paint the Kitchen Red
This popular Indian coconut milk-based curry is quick and easy to make.
July 23Ragda Patties from Ministry of Curry
Enjoy this popular Indian street food in your own home. Spicy, sweet, and tangy, each bite is an explosion of flavors.
July 24Chicken Broccoli Alfredo from One Happy Housewife
A incredibly delicious pasta dish that features a homemade Alfredo sauce that’s unforgettably rich, creamy, and flavorful.
July 25Gumbo from Paint the Kitchen Red
Chicken, sausage, and shrimp make for a hearty bowl of Cajun comfort food.
July 26Stuffed Peppers from Recipes from a Pantry
These stuffed peppers are so filling and easy to make in the electric pressure cooker.
July 27Lobster Tails from One Happy Housewife
Perfectly cooked and tender lobster tails made fast in the Instant Pot.
July 28Carnitas from One Happy Housewife
Authentic flavor, incredibly juicy pork, and crispy edges. Traditional pork carnitas made in a fraction of the time.
July 29Lasagna from One Happy Housewife
A rich, creamy, and flavorful lasagna that you can have on the table in no time.
July 30Chicken Tortilla Soup from Two Sleevers
This authentic Mexican chicken tortilla soup packs a robust and spicy kick.
July 31Beef & Bowtie Pasta from One Happy Housewife
A fast and simple pasta dinner that even the most picky of eaters will devour.
Side Dishes
Potato Salad from One Happy Housewife
This creamy and delicious potato salad makes a perfect side dish for either a special occasion or an ordinary family dinner.
Corn on the Cob from One Happy Housewife
Sweet ears of corn make an easy vegetable side dish.
Macaroni and Cheese from One Happy Housewife
The absolute BEST Instant Pot Mac and Cheese! A blend of four cheeses make it the creamiest and cheesiest.
Macaroni Salad from One Happy Housewife
This macaroni salad has a delicious surprise in every bite!
White Cheddar Mac from One Happy Housewife
The perfect combination of flavorful cheeses and a hint of garlic makes this super creamy mac and cheese absolutely incredible.
Desserts
Flan from One Happy Housewife
A heavenly dark caramel blankets this rich, creamy, and silky smooth flan.
Strawberries & Cream Cake from One Happy Housewife
This strawberries and cream Instant Pot cake is topped with a creamy glaze and is so moist and delicious.
Peach Cobbler from Awe Filled Homemaker
There’s nothing better than warm peach cobbler and now you can make it in your Instant Pot with this wonderful recipe.
Turtle Lava Cakes from One Happy Housewife
These deliciously decadent mini cakes are overflowing with a molten chocolate center, caramel and pecans.
Lemon Cake from One Happy Housewife
Drizzled with a sweet lemony glaze, this wonderful lemon cake is the perfect refreshing dessert.
Download the July 2020 Meal Plan Calendar.
For more Instant Pot Meal Plan ideas for the month of July, check out my archive of July Instant Pot Meal Plans.