Simple And Easy Instant Pot Ham Recipe

This instant pot ham is juicy, full of flavor, and cooked so that there is a caramelized glaze, making this ham taste like a slice of heaven! It will have every guest at your dinner table asking for the recipe! Ham is a classic main dish for any meal, but I often see it cooked on holidays! If you want to try out some more delicious ham recipes, then try out this apricot glazed ham, this honey glazed ham or this insanely delicious garlic honey mustard glazed ham!

Instant Pot Ham

So let’s start with the basics. A large, sliced ham is already cooked. After you buy it from the store, what you are doing with it is heating it up. There are SO many ways to do this, but the instant pot has become a favorite way of mine. Not only does it help it to retain all of the juices, but it gives it that crisp, caramelized outside edge that we all want a slice of! Instant pot ham not only has the best flavor and texture, but it is so simple and easy to make! You just set it and forget it, and when it’s all done, the clean-up is easy, and the food is delicious! You can’t ask for anything much better than that when it comes to cooking in the kitchen. Make this ham into an entire meal by adding in some delicious mashed potatoes, some green beans and don’t forget a fresh salad! Everyone will want to come to your house for all of the holiday dinners with this recipe!

What Ingredients Do You Need to Cook a Ham in the Instant Pot?

Would you believe me when I told you that this ham only takes a few ingredients to make it taste absolutely heavenly? Well, get ready to have your socks knocked off because this recipe only requires a few simple ingredients. Check out the recipe card at the bottom of the post for exact measurements.

Ham: I get a sliced, boneless spiral ham for this recipe. Apple Juice: An Instant Pot need liquid to work and this apple juice provides that but it also brings in a slight flavor that will infuse into the ham while it’s cooking. Brown Sugar: This is a MUST if you want to get that delicious, caramelized glaze on top! You will all be fighting for the pieces that have the most! Honey: This adds in a slightly sweet taste to the glaze. Dijon Mustard: Mustard is a classic flavor to put with ham. Cloves and Cinnamon: These spices add a deep flavor to the overall taste of the ham.

How to Cook a Ham in an Instant Pot?

Cooking a ham in the Instant Pot is one of the best-kept secrets everyone needs to know about! It’s insanely delicious. Get ready to learn how to make the best ham you’ve ever had!

3 Pound Ham: 5 minutes + 10 minute natural release4 Pound Ham: 7 minutes + 10 minute natural release5 Pound Ham: 9 minutes + 10 minute natural release6 Pound Ham: 11 minutes + 10 minute natural release7 Pound Ham: 13 minutes +10 minute natural release8 Pound Ham: 15 minutes + 10 minute natural release

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All nutritional information is based on third party calculations and is only an estimate. Each recipe and nutritional value will vary depending on the brands you use, measuring methods and portion sizes per household.