These Instant Pot Parmesan Ranch Potatoes are always a hit, and I’m sure you’ll love them too! Tender red potato chunks are cooked just right and packed with ranch seasoning and Parmesan cheese. It’s an easy side dish recipe that’ll send your taste buds on a joyride.
Why I Love This Recipe
If you’re like me and love to dip your French fries in ranch, then you’re about to meet your new obsession: these crispy Parmesan ranch potatoes.
Try These Recipes
Once I discovered that ranch dressing mix isn’t just for, you know, making ranch dressing, I started putting it on everything—meats, veggies, and especially potato dishes. My Air Fryer Roasted Ranch Potatoes and Instant Pot Garlic Ranch Mashed Potatoes are the perfect example of ranch seasoning shining in all its glory.
Thanks to the Instant Pot, the cooking time is crazy short. That way, you get crispy ranch potatoes without the hard work of babysitting them in a hot oven. Just a few minutes of prep, and boom—you’ve got a flavor-packed side dish that’ll complement any main course.
Seriously, these Parmesan ranch potatoes are so good, they might just steal the spotlight from whatever you’re serving them with. The ranch seasoning gives them that tangy, herby kick, while the Parmesan adds a salty, golden crunch. It’s an easy recipe that feels indulgent, and trust me, one bite, and you’ll be hooked!
Made with Only 5 Ingredients
- Red potatoes: These potatoes hold up the best, have a great flavor, and perfectly complement the flavors of the Parmesan and ranch.
- Ranch dressing mix: We’ll use 3 tablespoons (1oz) of it for this recipe. If you can only find the packets, they usually come in a convenient 1-oz size.
- Parmesan cheese: I’m a big fan of freshly grated Parmesan cheese. If you have only the packaged grated Parmesan cheese, you can use that as well!
- Chicken broth: The potatoes will cook in a cup of chicken broth, which will impart its flavor, making these potatoes extra delicious.
- Fresh parsley: This adds a pop of color and freshness to contrast the other richer flavors. You can also use parsley flakes if you don’t have fresh parsley.
Preparation
The only prep is to cut the potatoes into chunks about 1 inch in size. There’s no need to be perfect. For most red potatoes, that generally means cutting them into quarters. Basically, you want to make them bite-sized.
Cooking
Place potatoes in the Instant Pot and pour in the chicken broth. Stir in the ranch seasoning. Secure the lid and pressure cook on high for 7 minutes.
It will take about 10 minutes for the pressure to build up, then the actual cooking cycle will begin to count down.
When the pressure cooking cycle is complete, quick release the pressure and carefully remove the lid after the pin drops.
Stir in the Parmesan cheese slowly, about ¼ cup at a time, and gently stir until melted. Repeat until all the cheese is used.
Slowly, the liquid and cheese will thicken, and by the time you have mixed in all the cheese, it will be a creamy, heavenly delight. After all the cheese is mixed in, be sure to press Cancel to stop the Keep Warm mode.
Serving
Now you’re ready to serve your delicious Instant Pot Parmesan Ranch Potatoes! I love these with some sour cream on top and some freshly chopped chives, but you do you!
Other Bold Flavors to Try
Want to try your hand at other seasonings for your potatoes? Here are some combinations I’ve tried that are just as delicious:
- Lemon and Dill: Zest some lemon over the potatoes before roasting and sprinkle with dried dill for a bright and refreshing flavor.
- Honey Mustard: Drizzle honey mustard over the potatoes before roasting. Or mix it with melted butter to create a sweet and tangy glaze.
- Balsamic Glaze: Roast your potatoes with balsamic vinegar and a little bit of brown sugar for a caramelized and rich flavor.
Proteins to Pair with Parmesan Ranch Potatoes
There’s nothing like a delicious roasted potato to go with a delicious protein! These Instant Pot Parmesan Ranch Potatoes are no exception. Give my Best Damn Air Fryer Ribeye Steak or Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Pork Tenderloin a try for an awesome main dish.Â
​If you’re in the mood for chicken, my Best Damn Oven Baked BBQ Chicken Thighs or Air Fryer Buttermilk Spicy Chicken Sandwich will totally hit the spot!
Storage & Reheating
If you have leftover potatoes, they can be easily stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 or 4 days. When ready to reheat, you can either microwave them or place them in a skillet with a little bit of oil over medium heat until they are heated through.
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Instant Pot Parmesan Ranch Potatoes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings
Description
Chunks of red potatoes are loaded with delicious, creamy Parmesan cheese and ranch seasoning. This is the dish that everyone will gobble up fast!
Ingredients
- 2 lbs red potatoes
- 3 tbs ranch seasoning mix (1oz)
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, shredded
- 1 cup chicken broth
- Fresh parsley or parsley flakes to garnish
Instructions
- Scrub potatoes and cut into chunks of about 1 inch each.
- Place potatoes to Instant Pot and add chicken broth. Mix in ranch seasoning.
- Secure lid and make sure vent is in sealing position. Use manual/pressure cook setting (high pressure) for 7 minutes. When cycle is complete, do quick release of the pressure and remove lid.
- Add Parmesan cheese, ¼ cup at a time and gently stir until melted. Repeat until all cheese is used.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 7 mins (+10 min for pressure to build)
- Category: Side dish
- Method: Instant Pot
- Cuisine: American
Anne Hersch says
Would also be good with ham or sausage added.
Misty says
How can I fix this without an instant pot? Stovetop, oven, crockpot?
Pat Hess says
Can you use a crockpot?
RecipeTeacher says
Hi Pat. I would probably be easier to make in the oven than a crockpot.
Kim says
Do you think I could make,these, cook and then freeze? Trying to prep some meals for vacation next week, if not freeze, how ling do you think they could stay in a Ziploc bag in fridge?
Michnative says
Made these in my motor home 4th of July weekend…they were a hit!!! Making them again tonight at home….good recipe, thanks a lot!!
Connie says
Yummy, I’m going to try more of your recipes. I cut the amount of potatoes in half, but added the same liquid, I thought it might be too much liquid so I took some out. Most recipes are for 4+.
Deb says
I didn’t take a photo, but I made these and they were a hit! I started with sautéed onions and garlic before adding the potatoes, broth and ranch dressing. When the potatoes finish cooking you may think it’s too watery, but when you stir in the Parmesan cheese, it becomes a creamy sauce (use fresh course grated from the deli, not the dry variety in a container). Be sure to add the cheese half at a time, then stir and add the rest. Note – don’t add any salt until tasting because the ranch dressing is salty.
Amell says
What is this “packet of ranch seasoning/salad mix” ?
RecipeTeacher says
You can purchase 1oz packets of dry ranch dressing/seasoning mix at most grocery stores.
Stacey says
These sound delicious! If I want to double the recipe do I need to double the liquid?
RecipeTeacher says
Hi Stacey. If you’re going to double, or make more than the recipe calls for, you would indeed add more liquid, as well as the other ingredients. You might also have to add another minute or two to the cooking time. I’ve actually made them in batches when i’ve need a large amount. Check back and let me know how it goes.
Michele says
Loved these! Super easy and tasty, great for a weeknight dinner or party.
RecipeTeacher says
Party on, Michele!
Alice says
Omg this recipe is awesome we just kept eating they were sooo gd. I’m not a big fan of potatoes but I would eat this every week. Thank you for posting this recipe
RecipeTeacher says
Sounds great with the Buffalo sauce on top! I’ll have to give that a try. Very glad you enjoyed!