Oven vs Instant Pot: Cooking Time Comparison
Side-by-side cooking times for 16 foods. See which method is faster for each food.
By the CookTimeGuide Editorial TeamKitchen-tested Jan 2026
Foods Compared
16
Oven Faster
0
Instant Pot Faster
16
| Food | Oven Temp ? | Oven Time | Instant Pot Temp ? | Instant Pot Time | ← Oven fasterInstant Pot faster → |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Back Ribs | 275°F | 180-240 min | high-pressure | 25-30 min | 182 min faster → |
| Baked Potato | 400°F | 45-60 min | high-pressure | 12-18 min | 38 min faster → |
| Beef Short Ribs | 300°F | 180-240 min | high-pressure | 45-55 min | 160 min faster → |
| Beets | 400°F | 40-60 min | high-pressure | 15-25 min | 30 min faster → |
| Brown Rice | 375°F | 55-65 min | high-pressure | 15-18 min | 43 min faster → |
| Butternut Squash | 425°F | 22-30 min | high-pressure | 8-12 min | 16 min faster → |
| Chicken Breast | 400°F | 18-25 min | high-pressure | 10-12 min | 11 min faster → |
| Egg Bites | 350°F | 25-35 min | high-pressure | 8-10 min | 21 min faster → |
| Frozen Chicken Breast | 350°F | 40-50 min | high-pressure | 12-15 min | 31 min faster → |
| Frozen Chicken Thighs | 375°F | 40-50 min | high-pressure | 15-18 min | 28 min faster → |
| Lamb Shanks | 325°F | 150-210 min | high-pressure | 40-50 min | 135 min faster → |
| Pot Roast (Chuck Roast) | 325°F | 150-210 min | high-pressure | 60-80 min | 110 min faster → |
| Pulled Pork | 275°F | 420-600 min | high-pressure | 60-80 min | 440 min faster → |
| Spaghetti Squash | 400°F | 35-45 min | high-pressure | 7-10 min | 31 min faster → |
| Sweet Potato | 400°F | 40-55 min | high-pressure | 15-20 min | 30 min faster → |
| Whole Chicken | 425°F | 50-75 min | high-pressure | 25-30 min | 35 min faster → |
Times shown are for the default recommended temperature for each method. Actual times may vary based on cut thickness, starting temperature, and equipment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Oven faster than Instant Pot?
Instant Pot is faster for 16 out of 16 foods in this comparison. Oven is faster for 0 foods.
Should I use Oven or Instant Pot?
Both methods produce great results. Oven and Instant Pot each excel with different foods. Use the comparison table above to see which method is faster and at what temperature for your specific food.
How many foods can be cooked with both Oven and Instant Pot?
16 foods on CookTimeGuide have cooking times for both Oven and Instant Pot. See the full comparison table above.