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Savory Instant Pot Cheesy Taco Ground Beef and Rice Recipe

Ultimate Savory Instant Pot Cheesy Taco Beef & Rice Delight

Discover the Savory Instant Pot Cheesy Taco Ground Beef and Rice Recipe, a comforting dish packed with flavors that transforms dinner routines.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Natural Release Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 540
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Dish
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Can swap with ground turkey or chicken.
  • 1 cup Long-Grain Rice Fluffy rice preferred, brown rice works too.
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth Vegetable broth for a vegetarian option.
  • 2 tbsp Taco Seasoning Homemade seasoning for unique flavor.
  • 1 medium Diced Onion Sauté for better flavor.
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers Any color or variety can be used.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Pepper Jack for spiciness.
  • 1 tbsp Oil Neutral oil like canola recommended.
Garnishing
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Enhances creaminess.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro For added flavor and visual appeal.
  • 1 medium Sliced Avocado Optional topping.

Equipment

  • Instant Pot

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Set your Instant Pot to sauté mode. Add a splash of oil and cook the diced onions and bell peppers for about 5 minutes, until they become tender and fragrant.
  2. Add the ground beef to the pot, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until it's nicely browned, approximately 6-8 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
  3. Sprinkle the taco seasoning over the browned beef, mixing well to coat evenly.
  4. Pour in the long-grain rice and chicken broth, stirring gently to combine.
  5. Close the Instant Pot lid securely, set it to high pressure, and cook for 5 minutes. Let the pressure naturally release for about 10 minutes.
  6. Open the lid and sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top. Close the lid for about 2 minutes to allow the cheese to melt.
  7. Garnish with fresh cilantro or slices of avocado.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 540kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish is versatile; feel free to swap proteins or add extra veggies based on your family's preferences.

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