Cheesy Mexican Instant Pot Ground Beef and Rice

Course: Main Dish

Cuisine: Mexican/Tex-Mex

Prep Time: 8

Cook Time: 4

Pressure/Depressurize: 18

Total Time: 30

Servings:

Calories: 668kcal

Author: Nikole Berg

This simple instant pot recipe cooks up in less that 30 minutes and is full of Tex Mex flavor.

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Ingredients

2 teaspoon oil or cooking spray
1 lb ground sirloin
½ cup onions, chopped
2 teaspoon garlic, minced 1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon paprika smoked paprika
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
15 ounce can black beans drained and rinsed
1 cup uncooked long grain white rice rinsed
1.5 cups beef broth or stock
10 ounce can Rotel diced tomatoes and green chile
2 cups cheddar cheese shredded, more if desired

Toppings

Sour cream, chopped cilantro, avocado slices, jalapeño slices, squeeze of fresh lime

Instructions

Set the Instant Pot to SAUTE, being sure it's at medium heat.
Add oil or cooking spray and once heated, add ground beef, onions, garlic, salt and pepper, paprika, cumin, and chili powder. Cook, breaking up the meat and combining it well until it's no longer pink and the onions have softened. Stir the mixture often to keep it from sticking to the bottom of the pot. If you do get sticking, use some water or broth to deglaze the pot before going to the next step. When meat is cooked through, press CANCEL.
Add the black beans and stir to combine with the meat mixture.
Rinse the rice, then pour it over the beans, without stirring.
Add the beef broth, pressing the rice down to submerge it, without stirring.
Add the Rotel over the broth, without stirring. Close and lock the lid in the sealing position.
Select HIGH PRESSURE for 4 minutes. Pot will come to pressure in about 8 minutes.
When the cooking cycle is complete, allow a NATURAL RELEASE for 10 minutes. QUICK RELEASE the remaining pressure. When the pin drops it's safe to open the lid.
Give the rice mixture a stir with rubber or silicone spatula. Stir in the shredded cheese.
Garnish with more cheese, sliced jalapeños, sliced avocados, sour cream, pico de gallo or sliced green onions or chopped cilantro.

Notes

Cooking with an Instant Pot is a breeze, but there are a few tips and tricks that can make your experience even better. Here are some things to keep in mind when making Instant Pot Ground Beef and Rice:

Variations: Don't be afraid to mix things up! Try using ground turkey instead of beef, or add some corn and chorizo for an authentic flavor.
Cooking: When cooking ground beef and rice in an Instant Pot, it's important to follow the recipe closely. Use the recommended amount of liquid and cooking time to ensure that your dish turns out perfectly every time.
Cheese: If you're a cheese lover, consider adding a sprinkle of Mexican cheese like queso fresco or Cotija. It's a delicious way to add some extra flavor and texture.

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