Instant Pot Gigi Hadid Pasta Recipe
Are you ready to take your pasta game to the next level? This Instant Pot version of Gigi Hadid's unforgettable pasta takes less than 30 minutes and uses just one pot. We'd call that a game-changer!
Brought to you by recipe developer and food blogger Ksenia Prints, this Instant Pot adaptation of the TikTok-famous creamy pasta recipe popularized by supermodel and foodie extraordinaire Gigi Hadid is creamy, spicy, and oh-so-delicious just like the original; with the Instant Pot, it's quick and easy to make too! No more waiting around over a hot stove for water to boil or pasta to cook. And when you consider this adaption has only two active cooking steps, we think it's ultimately better than Gigi's version.
So pour yourself a big glass of wine or your favorite non-alcoholic drink to sip while your Instant Pot does all the work and get ready to impress your friends and family with this Gigi Hadid-inspired pasta recipe.
Gather the ingredients for Instant Pot Gigi Hadid Pasta
You will need a few simple ingredients to make this creamy vodka pasta with shells in the Instant Pot. You will need olive oil, garlic, green onion, tomato paste, vodka, red pepper flakes, small shell pasta (penne or rigatoni can also be used), heavy cream, butter, parmesan cheese, and fresh basil leaves. The vodka in this recipe will evaporate during cooking, but it can be omitted, if you prefer. These ingredients combine to create a rich and flavorful pasta dish perfect for any occasion.
Combine ingredients in the Instant Pot
To start the cooking process, add the olive oil, garlic, green onion, tomato paste, vodka, red pepper flakes, and pasta to the Instant Pot to start the cooking process. Stir the ingredients until they are well combined. By stirring the ingredients before cooking, you ensure the pasta has a rich and flavorful base.
Cook the pasta in the Instant Pot
Cooking pasta in the Instant Pot is a quick and easy way to prepare a delicious meal. Add water to the pot, and set the Instant Pot to cook on high pressure for 5 minutes. The Instant Pot will take roughly 10 minutes to preheat and reach the desired pressure before cooking begins.
Once the cooking time is up, quickly release the pressure by moving the pressure release handle to "Venting." Never put your hands or face near the vent when releasing steam; the hot steam can cause severe burns.
Make the creamy sauce
The creamy sauce is what sets this pasta dish apart from others. Open the lid of the pressure cooker and add in the cream, parmesan cheese, butter, and half fof the basil leaves. Stir the ingredients until they form a creamy sauce, which will thicken even as it cools. Add salt and pepper to taste, and more chili flakes if you like heat.
Serve Instant Pot Gigi Hadid pasta
It's time to serve the dish once the pasta has cooked and the sauce has thickened. Spoon the pasta into bowls and top with additional parmesan cheese and the rest of the fresh basil leaves. This pasta dish pairs well with a fresh side salad or garlic bread. Leftover pasta can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days. Reheat the pasta in the microwave or on the stovetop before serving.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small clove of garlic, diced
- 1 green onion, diced
- ¼ cup tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon vodka (can be omitted if necessary)
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 8 ounces small shells pasta (can also use penne or rigatoni)
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon butter
- ¼ cup parmesan cheese
- 8 fresh basil leaves, chopped, divided
- Add oil, garlic, green onion, tomato paste, vodka, red pepper flakes, and pasta to the Instant Pot. Stir the ingredients until they are well combined before adding water.
- Set the Instant Pot to cook on high pressure for 5 minutes by selecting the "High Pressure" setting and pressing the Pressure Cook button. The Instant Pot will take roughly 10 minutes to preheat and reach the desired pressure before cooking begins.
- Once the cooking time is up, quickly release the pressure by moving the pressure release handle to "Venting."
- Add the cream, parmesan cheese, four basil leaves, salt, and pepper to the Instant Pot and stir the ingredients until they form a creamy sauce, thickening even more as it cools. Top with the rest of the basil leaves.
- Leftover pasta can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days.
| Calories per Serving | 457 |
| Total Fat | 23.7 g |
| Saturated Fat | 11.1 g |
| Trans Fat | 0.4 g |
| Cholesterol | 47.6 mg |
| Total Carbohydrates | 47.2 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g |
| Total Sugars | 4.6 g |
| Sodium | 252.9 mg |
| Protein | 12.5 g |
