Instant Pot Butternut Squash  – cooking butternut squash in the Instant Pot is such a huge timesaver! Turns out so well and you save so much time.

(Whole30, Paleo, DF + GF)

The best way to cook butternut squash!

We have been on a serious butternut squash quick lately – and sometimes I just don’t feel like heating up the oven, ya know?! I finally pulled out my Instant Pot and used my Instant Pot Spaghetti Squash recipe as inspiration to figure out the perfect cook time. Hope it helps you out!

What You Will Need

• 1 cup of water
• 1 butternut squash
• your Instant Pot

Tips for Picking the Best Winter Squash

Here is a great list of things to look for when picking out your winter squash! So helpful!

How to Cook Butternut Squash in the Instant Pot

Step 1: Lay your butternut squash on a cutting board

Step 2: cut in half, lengthwise

Step 3: scoop out the seeds

Step 4: add water to Instant Pot

Step 5: place butternut squash in side

Step 6: Cook on High Pressure for 9 minutes

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• Dijon Chicken Skillet
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Instant Pot Butternut Squash

• Author: Erin Jensen
• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 14 minutes
• Total Time: 19 minutes
• Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
• Category: Side Dish
• Method: Instant Pot
• Cuisine: American

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Description

Instant Pot Butternut Squash  – the quickest way to cook your butternut squash!

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Ingredients

Scale 1x2x3x

• 1 medium or small butternut squash
• 1 cup water (or vegetable broth)

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Instructions

Halved Butternut Squash:

1. Cut butternut squash in half lengthwise (cut off the bottom inch if needed to fit in the Instant Pot).
2. Scoop out and discard the seeds.
3. Pour water in bottom of Instant Pot.
4. Place trivet inside.
5. Place butternut squash inside, scooped side up.
6. Ensure Instant Pot is sealed.
7. Close lid and cook on High Pressure for 9 minutes.
8. Natural release for 5 minutes.
9. Quick release remaining pressure according to manufacturers instructions.

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Notes

• Storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days. Serve as a side dish or use it in your favorite butternut squash recipe.
• Smaller Butternut Squash: If you have a really smaller butternut squash you could reduce the cook time to 8 minutes.

Keywords: Instant Pot Butternut Squash