From steamer baskets to sturdy trivets, these handy Instant Pot accessories can make your Instant Pot even more useful than it already is! Whether you’re looking for the right accessory for a specific recipe or making a wish list for a future birthday or holiday, you’re bound to find some great accessories in this list.
In addition to featuring Instant Pot accessories I own and love, I’ve included a few picks that are still on my “wish list.” But before we jump into the list, let’s start by reviewing which materials are safe to use in an Instant Pot — or any electric pressure cooker, for that matter!
Is It Safe To Use Pyrex, Aluminum Foil, Or Metal In An Instant Pot?
There are a lot of common kitchen materials and containers you can safely use in your Instant Pot. When an Instant Pot recipe calls for it, oven-safe glass like Pyrex can be safely used in your pressure cooker, as long as the glass is free of cracks and other signs of damage.
Metal containers such as stainless steel and non-stick containers can be used in the Instant Pot too, as well as silicone accessories. Aluminum foil is a good choice when you need to cover an open container or bowl, and you can even use parchment paper to line dessert pans for easy cleanup.
You can rest assured that all the accessories in the list below are safe to use in your Instant Pot!
The Best Instant Pot Accessories To Buy In 2024
1. Tempered Glass Instant Pot Lid
This glass lid is great for containing splatters and keeping an eye on your meal when you’re using non-pressurized settings like Sauté and Slow Cook. Just set the glass lid right on top of the inner pot to keep your kitchen counters clean and prevent your food from drying out while it cooks. This could be my #1 favorite Instant Pot accessory of all!
2. Genuine Silicone Instant Pot Lid
A simple silicone lid like this is one of the most useful accessories you can get for your Instant Pot. This specific lid is BPA-free, dishwasher safe, and perfect for storing leftovers —just pop the lid on the inner pot and stick it in your fridge!
3. Air Fryer Instant Pot Lid
This handy air fryer lid will transform your standard 6-quart Duo into an air fryer so you can cook up deliciously crispy wings, fries, and more.
4. Stainless Steel Steamer Basket Insert
I use this stainless steel steamer basket to steam veggies in my Instant Pot, and I like that it comes with a useful little hook you can use to safely lift the hot steamer basket out of the pot after cooking.
5. Hatrigo Steamer Basket With Silicone Handle
If you’re looking for a more structured type of steamer, look no further than this Hatrigo steamer basket! The stainless steel feet and handles of the steamer basket are wrapped in protective silicone to prevent burns and scratches, and the tall sides will keep your food contained on the way into and out of the pot.
6. OXO Good Grips Pressure Cooker Bakeware Sling
This silicone sling from OXO is one of my all-time favorite Instant Pot accessories! I use it every single time I make my Instant Pot cheesecake to lower the pan into the pot and lift it out after cooking. (I also appreciate how tall the base of this sling is, because it essentially doubles as a trivet and keeps my cake pan out of the water!)
7. PerHomeAid Silicone Kitchen Tongs
Having a long pair of heat-resistant tongs can be very helpful for inserting and removing food from the deep inner pot. These are even long enough to protect you from painful oil splatters while using the Sauté function!
8. Aozita Stackable Steamer Insert Pans With Sling
These nifty stainless steel stacking pans are perfect for reheating leftovers in your Instant Pot. You can put your meat or main dish in one pan and your sides in the other, then lock it up, place it in your Instant Pot, and cook on High for 5 minutes. It’s the best way to reheat leftovers, in my opinion!
9. AmazonBasics Reusable Silicone Baking Cups
Keep a set of silicone cupcake liners on hand to use in your Instant Pot. I have this set from AmazonBasics, which is made from dishwasher-safe and BPA-free silicone, and use them frequently for cooking poached eggs, mini cheesecakes, and more!
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10. Genuine Instant Pot Ceramic Non-Stick Inner Cooking Pot, 6 qt
It’s never a bad idea to have a second inner pot on hand! Not only is this nonstick inner pot especially useful for cooking foods that tend to stick, but it also gives you the freedom to get a side dish ready to cook while you’re cooking something in your stainless steel inner pot.
11. Instant Pot Official Springform Pan, 7.5”
This little springform cake pan fits perfectly inside both 6-quart and 8-quart Instant Pot models, and it’s a must-have for making my famous Instant Pot cheesecake. This one is nonstick too, which makes cleanup a breeze.
12. Aozita Stackable Egg Steamer Rack
If you like hard-boiled or soft-boiled eggs, you’ll want to get an egg steamer rack. This one holds the eggs securely in place so you don’t have to worry about them rolling around or breaking during pressure cooking.
13. Instant Pot Yogurt Cups And Pressure Sterilization Rack
If you are the type who utilizes the Instant Pot’s more obscure functions, you’ll love this set with yogurt cups and a pressure sterilization rack! These are perfect for both the Yogurt and Sterilize functions, whether you want to whip up a batch of tasty homemade yogurt or sterilize baby bottles.
14. Aozita Silicone Egg Bites Molds
Move over, breakfast sandwiches, because egg bites are the new breakfast of choice for eating on the go. And with these silicone egg bite molds, you can whip them up easily in your Instant Pot!
15. IKEA RÅSKOG Utility Cart
This cart from IKEA isn’t technically an accessory, but I’m including it here anyway because it’s such a great storage solution! The top rack fits 6-quart Instant Pot models perfectly, making it easy to roll it in and out of storage as needed.
16. Luxja Dust Cover For 6-qt Instant Pot
When you aren’t using your Instant Pot, this cloth dust cover will keep it clean! This cover also features a few handy storage pockets for tools and other Instant Pot accessories.
17. LoveU. Double-Layer Heat Resistant Gloves
Anyone who uses their Instant Pot frequently should have a good pair of silicone gloves. Not only do they protect your hands when handling a hot steamer basket or other containers, but they will help you grip more securely than other types of oven mitts too.
18. The Steam Boss Steam Release Diverter
The quick-release handle on the Instant Pot is the fastest way to release pressure when your food is fully cooked. The release valve on the lid of your Instant Pot directs steam straight up, but with this nifty little steam diverter, you can direct the flow of steam off to one side to avoid the underside of your cabinets.
19. Genuine Instant Pot Sealing Rings 2-Pack, 6 qt
The silicone sealing ring inside the Instant Pot lid can absorb food flavors and aromas over time. But if you have a couple of extras on hand, you can use one for savory foods and the other for desserts, making it easy to avoid unwanted flavor transfer.
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20. Replacement Steam Release Handle, Float Valve, And Anti-Block Shield For Instant Pot Duo, 3/6 qt
The small parts on your Instant Pot lid — namely the steam release handle, float valve, and anti-block shield — can be surprisingly easy to lose. So why not keep this inexpensive set of replacement parts on hand? You may need them someday!
21. Accessories Set For 6/8 qt Instant Pot
If you haven’t bought any accessories for the Instant Pot yet, you might be interested in an Instant Pot accessories set! This one includes many of the accessories featured in this list, including steamer baskets, an egg rack, a springform pan, an egg bites mold, and more.
(I will note that the “82 pieces” claim in the description of this set is a bit misleading — 60 of those “pieces” are sheets of parchment paper.)
Frequently Asked Questions
How Do I Choose The Best Instant Pot Accessories For My Instant Pot?
When shopping for accessories, consider how you currently use your Instant Pot, how you’d like to use it, and your budget. And don’t buy anything until you’re sure it’s compatible with your specific model!
Do I Need A Steamer Basket For My Instant Pot?
A steamer basket is a versatile Instant Pot accessory you can use to steam vegetables and seafood or even make dumplings. You can also use it for pot-in-pot cooking or reheating leftovers!
What Are The Benefits Of Using Silicone Accessories With My Instant Pot?
Silicone accessories and parts are popular because they’re versatile, non-stick, and easy to clean. Food-grade silicone is a convenient material for home cooks, Instant Pot or not!
How Do I Clean And Maintain My Instant Pot Accessories?
Most Instant Pot accessories can be cleaned with warm soapy water, or in the dishwasher if they are dishwasher-safe. Dry accessories thoroughly before storing them, and clean them after each use to get the most life out of them.
What are your favorite Instant Pot accessories?
I’ve been thinking of getting an Instant Pot, thanks for the o do that these can make it even more useful!
Do you know if you can use instapot accessories in my power pressure cooker plus?
Yes – just make sure that they fit in your model :-)
Just bought an 8 qt today. Some recipes require a trivet. Is that what they call a steamer rack that came with it or is that something different ? Couldn’t find it on accessories list. Thanks.
Yes, the trivet is the steamer rack that comes with your Instant Pot! :-)
I ordered/ received the stackable steamer pans, but there were no instructions . Is there anything special you need to do to reheat beside putting your food in the containers , putting the containers in the Instant Pot, locking down the lid, sealing and setting the timer for 5 minutes? Do I need to add any water in the outer steel pot? What else can you do besides reheating with these pans?
Yes, add about 1 cup of water to the instant pot and place the pans on the trivet.
It’s great for steaming vegetables and fish. You can also use it as a dessert pan to make cheesecakes or use as a lasagna pan. :-)
Thank you. I look forward to trying the pans.
I would just get an extra one or two sealer and switch them out: one for savory, one for sweet. It’s always good to have an extra one or two anyway!
I got the two pack of sealing rings from Amazon. One is blue and the other is red. I keep the red for sweet things, like cheesecakes. I love that it’s so easy to keep it separate.
What is the overall size of this pot , and where can I buy one?
This is a 6-quart model. You can find them by clicking the underlined words “Instant Pot” in the post :-)
Is it ok to use non instant pot accessories in the cooker as long as they fit? What about glass bowls, I saw a recipe some where that called for a glass bowl in the instant pot?
Yes, you can use oven-safe items inside the instant pot – like Pyrex! :-)
I want to know what you put on those potatoes in the picture. I am bad at seasoning.
Salt, pepper, and a little chopped rosemary! :-)
THis is the first I have heard of an instant pot. When I did see references to it, I thought they were talking about a slow cooker. I am going to have to look into one of these. Thank you.
Hi there. I have three Instant Pots & love them. I keep one in our RV. Makes such yummy food. Infused with flavor. Check them our.
Here’s a post all about comparing the Instant Pot to a Slow Cooker: http://jillee.co/2v7WqIp :-)
“Real Simpl” had an article on instant pots yesterday, which I saved, of course. The article was advertising Instant Pots sold by Amazon.
Considering the functionalities of this handy appliance and the many ways to either save money or get cash back one could easily argue that buying one now is a good business decision.
Thank you for this lead, Jillee, as well as the accessory lead. You are worth your weight in flowers!
Oooh! I want the springform pan. But, how do you get it out??
Make two long strips of aluminum foil and put them under the pan in a cross wise position and they become your lift for the pan.
Or if you prefer not to use aluminum with high temps, Amazon sells silicone bands you can put around plan to use to lift pan out after cooking
Love my instant pot but pretty sure I’m not using it as much as I could. Is there a way to actually deodorize the sealing ring? I’ve soaked mine in vinegar, submerged it in baking soda, run it through dishwasher, all to no avail. There must be a way to clean it.
Thanks for this post on accessories! I need to order several of them! Is there any chance Bed, Bath, and Beyond carries them?
After washing it, put the ring in the sun for a day or so (depending on the amount of smell left in your ring). I don’t know if it will degrade the sealing ring over time, but it does get the smell out.
Thank you so much! I’ll try it (maybe during the eclipse since we are in the 96% zone)!
I got my extra rings from Amazon
You have no idea how your handy insta pot posts are to me! I adore the reference sheet. I am a longtime subscriber to your blog, I’m always amazed at your ingenuity! Thank you!
Thank you so much Melissa!
This is great. My folks willl love this. We love our Instapot.
Jillee, thank you for post. I didn’t even know there were accessories for the instant pot. I love using my Instant Pot and use it quite often. With these accessories there is so much more I can do with it.
Love this post Jillee!! I had no idea there were so many accessories for my Instant pot! I purchased a second inner pot about 2 months ago, I never even thought of looking for a nonstick one, but it’s on my wish list now! We love having the second pot though, it makes perfect quinoa as well as rice. We have been using the steamer basket for hard boiled eggs, but I think the one meant for eggs would be great! The link says the egg steamer is a 2 pack, so can they be stacked in the pot and used together to double the capacity?? Again, thanks, so many great accessories!!