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A bowl of instant pot ground beef chili served with cornbread

Name: Instant Pot Ground Beef Recipes

Summary: A versatile and easy way to prepare ground beef in the Instant Pot, perfect for using in tacos, chili, pasta dishes, casseroles, or meal prep. This base recipe can be customized with seasonings and sauces for countless quick dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Ingredients:
  • 1 lb ground beef lean, 90/10 recommended
  • 1 tbsp olive oil optional, for sautéing
  • ½ cup onion diced (optional)
  • 2 cloves garlic minced (optional)
  • ½ cup beef broth or water for pressure cooking, if needed
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Seasonings of choice taco seasoning, Italian herbs, chili spices, etc.

Equipment

  • Equipment: Instant Pot (6-qt or larger), wooden spoon, measuring cups, spatula

Method
 

  1. Instructions:
  2. Set the Instant Pot to Sauté mode. Add olive oil, ground beef, onion, and garlic.
  3. Cook, stirring frequently, until beef is browned and crumbled (about 5–7 minutes).
  4. Drain excess fat if necessary.
  5. Season with salt, pepper, and any desired spices.
  6. If making a saucy dish (chili, pasta, etc.), add broth and additional ingredients. Lock lid and cook on High Pressure for 5–10 minutes depending on recipe.
  7. Release pressure (quick release for most recipes). Stir, taste, and adjust seasoning before serving.

Notes

Notes:
Use leaner beef (90/10) to avoid excess grease.
Always deglaze the pot with a splash of broth after sautéing to avoid a “burn” warning.
This recipe serves as a base—add pasta, rice, beans, or vegetables for different variations.
Can substitute ground turkey, chicken, or plant-based crumbles.