What if my butternut squash doesn’t fit in my Instant Pot?

You can cut it in half by splitting the top skinny part from the bulb end and place it as is in your Instant Pot. Reduce the cook time to 20 minutes.

Can I cook other ingredients along with the butternut squash in the Instant Pot?

For this recipe, cook the butternut squash alone because other squashes or vegetables will need different cook times.

Do I need to peel the butternut squash before cooking it in an Instant Pot?

Nope! You can throw it in the Instant Pot and cook it whole . What makes this approach so easy is that it doesn't involve peeling or cutting a hard butternut squash.

Can I freeze the butternut squash after I cook it in my Instant Pot?

Yes, you can definitely freeze the butternut squash after cooking . Just make sure to let it cool completely before transferring it to a freezer-safe container or bag.

What if I don't have an Instant Pot?

You can also cook a whole butternut squash in a slow cooker or crock pot .

How to Cook a Whole Butternut Squash in the Instant Pot

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The easy guide for how to cook a whole butternut squash in the Instant Pot for the best fuss-free squash you can make.

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Ingredients

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1 medium butternut squash (about 2.5 pounds)
1 cup water
steamer basket/trivet for your Instant Pot

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Instructions

Prepare your squash by washing off the outside well and breaking of the stem (if you can). Prick the outside 4-5 times with the tip of a knife or the tines of a fork.
Place a steamer basket or trivet inside your Instant Pot and set the squash in or on the basket/trivet.
Add one cup of water to your Instant Pot.
Close your lid, set the valve to sealing, press manual (high pressure), and set your time for 25 minutes. Let your Instant Pot natural pressure release for 10 minutes after the cook time is up. Release the rest of the pressure and carefully open the lid.
Let the squash cool enough to handle and then remove it from the Instant Pot and place on a cutting board.
Cut the squash in half from stem top to blossom end. Use a spoon to remove the seeds and discard (or feed to your chickens or roast them up like you do pumpkin seeds).
Use a spoon to scoop out the soft flesh from the skin and use as you like or eat it as it is with a little salt, pepper, and butter.

Notes

When buying butternut squash, be sure to get squash that are firm and blemish-free (no nicks or bruises).
If you can’t get the stem to break off, you can leave it on because it isn’t going to hurt anything if you can’t get it off.
Don’t skip poking holes in the squash because this allows the steam to release.
If your squash is too big to fit in your pot, cut it in half between the top skinny part and the bulby end and place it in your Instant Pot as is. Reduce the cook time to 20 minutes.

Prep Time: 2 min
Cook Time: 25 min
Category: Side Dishes
Method: Instant Pot
Cuisine: American