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instant pot corned beef and cabbage

Instant Pot Corned Beef & Cabbage

This Instant Pot Corned Beef & Cabbage delivers tender, flavorful brisket with perfectly cooked carrots, potatoes, and cabbage—all in one pot. With simple ingredients and minimal prep, it’s a foolproof way to enjoy this classic comfort meal in a fraction of the time. Perfect for St. Patrick’s Day or an easy weeknight dinner!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 28 minutes
Natural Release 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 4 to 6
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6 large cloves garlic peeled and minced
  • 2 small or 1 medium yellow onions, chopped
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 2 c. chicken or beef broth preferably organic
  • 1 c. water
  • 2½ - 4 pound corned beef brisket with spice pack
  • Sea salt and black pepper to taste
  • 5 large carrots cut into strips
  • 1 lbs. red potatoes quartered
  • ½ large cabbage head sliced

Method
 

  1. Add garlic, onion, and bay leaves to Instant Pot container and pour the broth and water on top.
  2. Place the trivet that comes with the Instant Pot inside the container with the handles positioned up for easy removal.
  3. Place the brisket fat-side down on the trivet and season with salt and black pepper, to taste.
  4. Sprinkle the spice packet that came with the brisket on top.
  5. Add the lid and lock into place. Set the vent to “Sealing” and select the “Manual” button. Adjust to the “High” setting and set the cook time to 85 minutes.
  6. When cook time is complete, allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes before doing a quick release on any remaining pressure.
  7. Remove brisket by carefully lifting the trivet out by the handles (using potholders) and transfer to a platter.
  8. Set aside and keep warm.
  9. Return the trivet to the Instant Pot and add the carrots, potatoes, and cabbage on top.
  10. Cover and lock lid into place. Set the vent to “Sealing” and select the “Manual” button. Adjust cook time to 3 minutes.
  11. When cook time is complete, allow the pressure to release naturally for 5 minutes before doing a quick release on the remaining pressure.
  12. Transfer the cooked vegetables to the serving platter with the corned beef.
  13. Slice the beef against the grain and serve immediately along with the vegetables.

Notes

Many traditional corned beef recipes utilize dark beer as the cooking liquid. However, this gluten-free version relies on chicken or beef broth instead.