Instant Pot Corn on the Cob – This is the EASIEST way to cook corn on the cob! All it taskes is a few minutes, corn, and water to make yummy corn on the cob in the Instant Pot.

Instant Pot Corn on the Cob

I am never going to cook corn on the cob any other way than an Instant Pot from now on! When having dinner with family recently, someone made corn using their Instant Pot and it blew my mind.  What a great way to cook corn! I popped over to the store and saw this beautiful Wild Violet corn and knew I had to try cooking it in the Instant Pot.  I was so impressed with how it turned out and I know that you are going to love it too!

Common Questions About Making Instant Pot Corn on the Cob

How do you steam corn in an Instant Pot?

To steam corn in an Instant Pot –

1. Pour 1 cup of water into the Instant Pot.
2. Insert a trivet into the Instant Pot.
3. Place 4-6 ears of corn into the trivet (depending on the size of the Instant Pot).
4. Cook on HIGH pressure for 2 minutes.
5. Do a quick release to depressurize and serve.

Can I cook corn with the husk on in the Instant Pot?

Yes, if you choose to cook corn with the husk on, it will take about 3-4 minutes on HIGH pressure.

Do I need to use quick release or natural release when cooking corn on the cob in an Instant Pot?

You use quick release when making corn on the cob.  If you let it natural release, you could end up with tougher corn as it will continue to cook until it depressurizes.

What else can I make in an Instant Pot?

Some of my favorite things to make in an Instant Pot include –

• Stews
• White Rice
• Brown Rice
• Quinoa
• Lentils
• Baked Potatoes

What can I do with my cooked corn?

There are so many things to do with corn! Either you can eat it right off the cob or remove the cooked kernels and use them in –

• Cornbread Muffins
• Summer Corn Salad
• Mexican Street Corn
• Corn Chowder
• Corn Casserole

Looking to recipes to pair with corn on the cob?

• Smoked Chicken Breasts
• Pasty Casserole
• Grilled Fish Tacos

… And if you are looking for other side dishes, check out these recipes!

• Roasted Zucchini
• Herb Quick Bread
• Instant Pot White Rice
• Melting Potatoes
• Slow Cooker Glazed Carrots

Yield: 4 Servings

Instant Pot Corn on the Cob

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Instant Pot Corn on the Cob - This is the EASIEST way to cook corn on the cob! All it taskes is a few minutes, corn, and water to make yummy corn on the cob in the Instant Pot.

Prep Time 2 minutes

Cook Time 2 minutes

Total Time 4 minutes

Ingredients

• 4-6 ears of corn (shucked)
• 1 cup water

Instructions

1. Place a trivet inside of the Instant Pot and then pour in water.
2. Place ears of corn in the trivet upright and close up the Instant Pot. Cook on HIGH pressure for 2 minutes.
3. Once the corn is done cooking, do a natural release to depressurize the Instant Pot. Remove and serve.

Notes

*I used Wild Violet corn for the images but it cooks exactly the same as normal ears of corn.