# Pressure cooker cooking times Pressure cooker times (Instant Pot and other electric pressure cookers, on high pressure). The time is once the cooker is at pressure: allow another 10–15 minutes for it to come up to pressure. Source: https://feastflow.co.uk/pressure-cooker-cooking-times (FeastFlow free cooking-time guides). Last checked 11 November 2026. ## Vegetables Vegetables: pressure cooker cooking times: | Food | Time | Temperature | How | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Beetroot (beets)](https://feastflow.co.uk/beetroot-cooking-times) (Whole) | 15–20 min | on high pressure | Whole, on a trivet with 250 ml water; natural release. | | [Carrots](https://feastflow.co.uk/carrots-cooking-times) (Sliced) | 2–3 min | on high pressure | Thick slices on a trivet with 250 ml water; quick release. | | [Globe artichokes](https://feastflow.co.uk/globe-artichokes-cooking-times) | 10–15 min | on high pressure | On a trivet with 250 ml water; quick release. | ## Potatoes Potatoes: pressure cooker cooking times: | Food | Time | Temperature | How | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Jacket potatoes (baked potatoes)](https://feastflow.co.uk/jacket-potatoes-cooking-times) | 15–20 min | on high pressure | On a trivet with 250 ml water; natural release. Crisp the skins in the oven after. | | [Boiled and mashed potatoes](https://feastflow.co.uk/boiled-potatoes-cooking-times) | 8–10 min | on high pressure | Chunks on a trivet with 250 ml water; quick release. | ## Chicken, turkey and duck Chicken, turkey and duck: pressure cooker cooking times: | Food | Time | Temperature | How | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Chicken breast](https://feastflow.co.uk/chicken-breast-cooking-times) | 8–10 min | on high pressure | With 250 ml stock; natural release for 5 minutes. | | [Chicken thighs](https://feastflow.co.uk/chicken-thighs-cooking-times) | 10–12 min | on high pressure | Boneless, with 250 ml liquid; natural release. Bone-in take 15 minutes. | | [Chicken drumsticks and legs](https://feastflow.co.uk/chicken-drumsticks-cooking-times) | 12–15 min | on high pressure | With 250 ml liquid; natural release. | | [Whole chicken](https://feastflow.co.uk/roast-chicken-cooking-time) | 25–30 min | on high pressure | 6 minutes per 450 g (1 lb), on a trivet with 250 ml stock; natural release. | ## Beef Beef: pressure cooker cooking times: | Food | Time | Temperature | How | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Beef mince (ground beef)](https://feastflow.co.uk/beef-mince-cooking-times) (In a sauce) | 15–20 min | on high pressure | Brown with the sauté setting, then add the sauce; natural release. | | [Stewing beef and beef stew](https://feastflow.co.uk/beef-stew-cooking-times) | 35–40 min | on high pressure | Natural release for 15 minutes. | | [Beef brisket](https://feastflow.co.uk/beef-brisket-cooking-times) | 1 h 10 min to 1 h 20 min | on high pressure | With 500 ml liquid; natural release. | ## Pork, bacon and sausages Pork, bacon and sausages: pressure cooker cooking times: | Food | Time | Temperature | How | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Pulled pork (pork shoulder)](https://feastflow.co.uk/pulled-pork-cooking-times) | 1 h 15 min to 1 h 30 min | on high pressure | Cut into 4 pieces, with 250 ml liquid; natural release. | | [Pork ribs](https://feastflow.co.uk/pork-ribs-cooking-times) | 25–30 min | on high pressure | With 250 ml liquid; natural release, then glaze under the grill. | | [Gammon joint](https://feastflow.co.uk/gammon-cooking-time) | 25–30 min | on high pressure | With 500 ml liquid; natural release, then glaze in the oven. | ## Lamb and game Lamb and game: pressure cooker cooking times: | Food | Time | Temperature | How | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Lamb shanks](https://feastflow.co.uk/lamb-shanks-cooking-times) | 40–45 min | on high pressure | Natural release. | | [Leg and shoulder of lamb](https://feastflow.co.uk/lamb-cooking-time) | 1 h to 1 h 10 min | on high pressure | Boned shoulder in pieces, with 250 ml liquid; natural release. | ## Rice, pasta and grains Rice, pasta and grains: pressure cooker cooking times: | Food | Time | Temperature | How | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Rice](https://feastflow.co.uk/rice-cooking-times) (White) | 4–6 min | on high pressure | White rice, 1 to 1 rice to water; natural release for 10 minutes. Brown rice: 22 minutes. | | [Pasta](https://feastflow.co.uk/pasta-cooking-times) (Dried) | 4–5 min | on high pressure | Half the time on the pack, with just enough liquid to cover; quick release. | | [Lentils, chickpeas and dried beans](https://feastflow.co.uk/lentils-and-beans-cooking-times) (Soaked beans) | 35–40 min | on high pressure | Soaked chickpeas; soaked kidney beans take 25–30 minutes; natural release. | ## Tips - “Natural release” means leaving the valve closed until the pressure drops by itself, about 10–20 minutes. It keeps meat tender. - “Quick release” means opening the valve straight away, which stops vegetables overcooking. - Always use at least the minimum liquid the manual gives, usually 250 ml (1 cup). ## Questions ### How long to cook chicken breasts in a pressure cooker? 8–10 min on high pressure. With 250 ml stock; natural release for 5 minutes. ### How long to cook jacket potatoes in a pressure cooker? 15–20 min on high pressure. On a trivet with 250 ml water; natural release. Crisp the skins in the oven after. ### How long to cook chicken thighs in a pressure cooker? 10–12 min on high pressure. Boneless, with 250 ml liquid; natural release. Bone-in take 15 minutes. ### How long to cook carrots in a pressure cooker? Sliced: 2–3 min on high pressure. Thick slices on a trivet with 250 ml water; quick release. ### How long to cook rice in a pressure cooker? White: 4–6 min on high pressure. White rice, 1 to 1 rice to water; natural release for 10 minutes. Brown rice: 22 minutes. ### How long to cook pulled pork in a pressure cooker? 1 h 15 min to 1 h 30 min on high pressure. Cut into 4 pieces, with 250 ml liquid; natural release. --- Times are a guide for typical home portions: ovens, air fryers, microwaves and sizes vary. Check meat, poultry and fish with a thermometer. Safe temperatures follow USDA and UK Food Standards Agency guidance. FeastFlow also plans a whole meal backwards from serving time, with every dish timed and oven temperatures that don’t clash: https://feastflow.co.uk/