Craving a comforting meal that’s ready in a flash? Look no further! This Instant Pot Ham & Asparagus Stew is the answer to your busy weeknight prayers. We’re combining the delicate, slightly sweet flavor of white asparagus with savory diced ham in a luxuriously creamy broth, all brought together with a tangy hint of goat cheese. It’s a sophisticated yet incredibly simple dish that feels like a warm hug in a bowl. The best part? Your Instant Pot does all the heavy lifting, delivering a perfectly cooked, flavor-packed stew in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
• 2.5 cups / 335g white asparagus, trimmed and chopped into 1-inch pieces
• 2 cups / 480ml chicken broth
• 1.5 cups / 210g diced lean ham
• 1 cup / 240ml whole milk
• 2 tbsp / 30g soft goat’s cheese, crumbled
• 1 tsp herbes de provence
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
1. Directions
2. Combine : Place the chopped asparagus, chicken broth, diced ham, whole milk, and herbes de provence into the inner pot of your Instant Pot. Stir briefly to combine.
3. Pressure Cook: Secure the lid and set the steam release valve to the ‘Sealing’ position. Select the ‘Stew/Meat’ function and set the timer for 25 minutes at high pressure.
4. Natural Release: Once the cooking cycle is complete, allow the pressure to release naturally for at least 10 minutes. Afterward, carefully move the valve to the ‘Venting’ position to release any remaining steam.
5. Finish and Serve: Carefully open the lid. Stir in the crumbled goat’s cheese until it has completely melted into the stew, creating a creamy texture. Season with salt and pepper to your liking. Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutritional Information
• Per Serving
• Calories: 145
• Total Fats: 7.5g
• Net Carbs: 5g
• Protein: 15g
• Fiber: 1g
Pro Tips
• Green asparagus works beautifully in this recipe if you can’t find white. It will lend a slightly earthier flavor, but the cooking time remains the same.
• For an even richer, creamier finish, substitute the goat’s cheese with an equal amount of cream cheese or stir in 1/4 cup of heavy cream at the end.
• For a smoother, soup-like consistency, use an immersion blender to pulse the stew a few times before serving. Be careful not to over-blend if you want to retain some texture.
• Elevate the flavor by using the ‘Sauté’ function to cook a chopped shallot in a tablespoon of butter until softened before adding the rest of the and pressure cooking.
FAQ
Q: Can I use green asparagus instead of white in this recipe
A: Yes, green asparagus works beautifully as a substitute. It will give the stew a slightly earthier flavor, but the Instant Pot cooking time of 25 minutes remains the same.
Q: How can I make this ham and asparagus stew even creamier
A: For an even richer, creamier finish, you can replace the goat’s cheese with an equal amount of cream cheese. Alternatively, stir in 1/4 cup of heavy cream after the pressure cooking cycle is complete.
Q: Is this Instant Pot stew recipe low carb
A: Yes, based on the provided nutritional information, this Instant Pot Ham & Asparagus Stew is a great low-carb option, containing only 5g of net carbs per serving.
Q: What if I want a smoother soup-like texture
A: To create a smoother consistency, you can use an immersion blender after the stew has finished cooking. Pulse it a few times directly in the Instant Pot until you reach your desired texture, being careful not to over-blend if you want to keep some chunks of ham and asparagus.
