The secret to the richest, most flavorful beef dishes is stashed within your favorite pressure cooker. These sauced-up ribs, steamy soups, sizzling steaks and more make your Instant Pot seem even more magical.
33 Instant Pot Beef Recipes
Updated on Nov. 16, 2023
Pressure-Cooker Mushroom Pot Roast
Packed with wholesome veggies and tender beef, this is one company-special entree that will delight all ages. Serve mashed potatoes alongside to soak up every last drop of the beefy gravy. —Angie Stewart, Topeka, Kansas
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Pressure-Cooker Beef and Farro Stew
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
12 servings (4 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
This pressure-cooker beef stew is loaded with tender beef and lots of veggies. It is comforting and filling, and is sure to become a family favorite. —Kaylen Friederich, Reno, Nevada
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/3 cups: 360 calories, 10g fat (3g saturated fat), 49mg cholesterol, 619mg sodium, 43g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 5g fiber), 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 starch, 3 lean meat, 1/2 fat.
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Pressure-Cooker French Dip Sandwiches
Total Time
1 hour 35 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Beef chuck roast gives this classic sandwich and its rich broth a hearty flavor. Add a crusty roll and you have a filling meal. This is also a great “do-ahead” recipe that can be prepared several days before serving. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
4 ounces cooked beef: 237 calories, 13g fat (5g saturated fat), 88mg cholesterol, 378mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 27g protein.
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Instant Pot Taco Pasta
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This Instant Pot taco pasta is a welcome change from boring meals. I’ve taken all the flavors of tacos and created an easy pasta dish. Kids love the taste, and Mom loves how quick and easy it comes together. To lighten things up, use ground turkey. —Christine Hadden, Whitman, Massachusetts
Nutrition Facts:
2 cups: 598 calories, 25g fat (11g saturated fat), 108mg cholesterol, 1845mg sodium, 53g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 40g protein.
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Pressure Cooker Hoisin Meatballs
Total Time
30 min
Servings
about 2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
I love the start of fall because that means it’s football season! Meatballs are filling and hearty and great for a tailgate. I served this for the first time at my favorite team’s home opener. My best friend, who hates meatballs, couldn’t get enough of them! I created a meatball convert! Woo-hoo! If you are serving children and prefer not to add the wine, substitute beef broth instead. —Lisa de Perio, Dallas, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 meatball: 78 calories, 5g fat (2g saturated fat), 28mg cholesterol, 156mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 6g protein.
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Instant Pot Fajitas
Total Time
50 min
Servings
8 fajitas
From the Recipe Creator:
When friends call to ask for new recipes to try, suggest these tasty fajitas. Top as you like to add healthy color and extra flavor. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
1 fajita: 314 calories, 11g fat (2g saturated fat), 34mg cholesterol, 374mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 2g fiber), 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 starch, 1 fat.
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Pressure Cooker Beef Daube Provencal
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My dish is perfect on chilly nights, especially after we have been out chopping wood. The melt-in-your-mouth goodness makes it a staple in my menu rotation. —Brenda Ryan, Marshall, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup beef mixture: 248 calories, 12g fat (4g saturated fat), 74mg cholesterol, 652mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1 vegetable.
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Pressure-Cooker Beef Burritos with Green Chiles
Total Time
1 hour 40 min
Servings
14 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Here's a family favorite that gets mouths watering simply with its heavenly aroma! Hearty and flavorful, it's quick comfort food. —Sally Pahler, Palisade, Colorado
Nutrition Facts:
1 burrito: 355 calories, 13g fat (5g saturated fat), 84mg cholesterol, 499mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 4g fiber), 30g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 2 starch, 1/2 fat.
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Pressure-Cooker Caribbean Pot Roast
Total Time
1 hour 25 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This dish is definitely an all-year recipe. Sweet potatoes, orange zest and baking cocoa are my surprise ingredients. —Jenn Tidwell, Fair Oaks, California
Nutrition Facts:
3 ounces cooked beef with 1/2 cup vegetable mixture : 282 calories, 13g fat (4g saturated fat), 74mg cholesterol, 442mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 3g fiber), 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1 starch, 1 vegetable, 1/2 fat.
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Pressure-Cooker Beef and Rice Cabbage Rolls
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My family can't wait for dinner when I serve my tasty cabbage rolls. The dish comes together in a pinch and always satisfies. —Lynn Bowen, Geraldine, Alabama
Nutrition Facts:
2 cabbage rolls: 219 calories, 8g fat (3g saturated fat), 78mg cholesterol, 446mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 18g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 1 starch.
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Hamburger Stew
Total Time
1 hour 20 min
Servings
16 servings (4 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
I got this hamburger stew recipe from a woman at our church, Lois Henry, when I needed a way to use up our bounty of home-canned tomatoes. My husband loves it, and I like that it's easy to warm up for a carefree dinner in the winter months. —Marcia Clay, Truman, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 191 calories, 7g fat (3g saturated fat), 35mg cholesterol, 689mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 2g fiber), 12g protein.
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Pressure-Cooker Philly Cheesesteak Sandwiches
Total Time
30 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
These sandwiches are melt-in-your-mouth delicious! Everybody loves a good cheesesteak smothered with onions and peppers, then topped with cheese. —Kimberly Wallace, Dennison, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich: 547 calories, 18g fat (7g saturated fat), 85mg cholesterol, 1381mg sodium, 45g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 3g fiber), 51g protein.
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Pressure-Cooker Pot Roast Hash
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I love to cook a Sunday-style pot roast for weeknights. Make it into pot roast hash for any day of the week. —Gina Jackson, Ogdensburg, New York
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 429 calories, 24g fat (8g saturated fat), 281mg cholesterol, 15mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 35g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch.
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Slow-Cooker Boeuf Bourguignon
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I've wanted to make beef Burgundy ever since I got one of Julia Child's cookbooks, but I wanted to find a way to fix it in a pressure cooker. My version of the popular beef stew is still rich, hearty and delicious, but without the need to watch on the stovetop or in the oven.—Crystal Jo Bruns, Iliff, Colorado
Nutrition Facts:
2/3 cup beef mixture (calculated without noodles): 289 calories, 15g fat (5g saturated fat), 77mg cholesterol, 350mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1-1/2 fat, 1 vegetable.
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Beef and Black Bean Spaghetti Squash
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I've been working on developing healthier recipes that still taste fabulous—and keep me satisfied. This squash tossed with beef, beans and kale has so much flavor it's easy to forget it's good for you! —Charlotte Cravins, Opelousas, Louisiana
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 312 calories, 10g fat (4g saturated fat), 57mg cholesterol, 283mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 8g fiber), 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 starch, 1/2 fat.
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Pressure Cooker Shredded Beef Lettuce Cups
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I love this light yet lively dinner for busy days that are filled with swim lessons and outdoor activities. If you can't find Bibb or Boston, green leaf lettuce is less sturdy but works in a pinch. —Elisabeth Larsen, Pleasant Grove, Utah
Nutrition Facts:
3 lettuce cups: 270 calories, 11g fat (4g saturated fat), 74mg cholesterol, 641mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 2g fiber), 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1 starch.
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Pressure-Cooker Pot Roast with Asian Black Bean Sauce
Total Time
1 hour 35 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I love stir-fry with black bean sauce. This recipe takes that same delicious flavor and combines it with fork-tender pot roast. —Judy Lawson, Chelsea, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 286 calories, 14g fat (5g saturated fat), 89mg cholesterol, 635mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 1/2 starch, 1/2 fat.
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Beef and Beans
Total Time
6 hours 40 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This deliciously spicy steak and beans over rice will have family and friends asking for more. It's a favorite in my recipe collection. —Marie Leamon, Bethesda, Maryland
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup (calculated without rice): 185 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 47mg cholesterol, 584mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 5g fiber), 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 1 starch, 1 vegetable.
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Pressure-Cooker Beef and Veggie Sloppy Joes
Total Time
40 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Because I’m always looking for ways to serve my family healthy and delicious food, I started experimenting with my go-to veggies and ground beef. I came up with this favorite that my kids actually request! —Megan Niebuhr, Yakima, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich: 316 calories, 10g fat (3g saturated fat), 57mg cholesterol, 566mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 5g fiber), 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2.500 starch.
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Pressure Cooker Spice-Braised Pot Roast
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Herbs and spices give the beef an excellent flavor. I often serve this roast over noodles or with mashed potatoes, using the juices as a gravy. —Loren Martin, Big Cabin, Oklahoma
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 272 calories, 14g fat (5g saturated fat), 92mg cholesterol, 320mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 1/2 starch.
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Pressure Cooker Pepper Steak
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Pepper steak is one of my favorite dishes but I was always disappointed with beef that was too tough. This recipe solves that problem! I’ve stored leftovers in one big container and also in individual portions for quick lunches. —Julie Rhine, Zelienople, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 343 calories, 5g fat (2g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 422mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 3g fiber), 30g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 starch, 3 lean meat.
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Pressure-Cooker Sauerbraten
Total Time
40 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
One of my all-time favorite German dishes is sauerbraten, but I don't love that it normally takes five to 10 days to make. Using an electric pressure cooker, I think I've captured that same distinctive flavor in less than two hours. —James Schend, Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 228 calories, 5g fat (2g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 436mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 2g fiber), 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1 starch, 1 vegetable.
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Instant Pot Chili con Carne
Total Time
20 min
Servings
7 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
Although multicookers can’t replace every tool in the kitchen, they sure are coming close. Chili con carne is one of our favorite dishes to re-create in them. This cooks up fast but tastes like it simmered all day! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 248 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 61mg cholesterol, 687mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 5g fiber), 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1 starch.
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Round Steak Italiano
Total Time
7 hours 15 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My mom used to make this wonderful dish, and I’ve always enjoyed it. The
gravy is especially dense and flavorful.—Deanne Stephens, McMinnville, Oregon
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 357 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated fat), 64mg cholesterol, 329mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 4g fiber), 31g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2-1/2 starch, 1/2 fat.
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Pressure-Cooker Mexican Beef Soup
Total Time
30 min
Servings
8 servings (2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
My family loves this stew, and I'm happy to make it since it's so simple! Serve the dish with cornbread to make the meal even more filling. —Angela Lively, Conroe, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 172 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 35mg cholesterol, 453mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 14g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 lean meat.
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Pressure-Cooker Beef Stew
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I like to serve this twist on traditional stew with fresh rolls or crusty bread. The roast and vegetables cook quickly and make a comforting meal. My family loves this unique pressure-cooker beef stew. —Joanne Wright, Niles, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 530 calories, 17g fat (6g saturated fat), 98mg cholesterol, 403mg sodium, 58g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 8g fiber), 36g protein.
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Pressure-Cooker Ground Beef Stroganoff
Total Time
35 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My mother gave me this recipe 40 years ago. It's a wonderfully tasty dish that's perfect for a pressure cooker. —Sue Mims, Macclenny, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 356 calories, 24g fat (11g saturated fat), 84mg cholesterol, 780mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 25g protein.
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Instant Pot Short Ribs
Total Time
1 hour 20 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
These tender pressure-cooker short ribs explode with flavor, and they're a quick and easy alternative to traditionally braised short ribs. Serve with egg noodles, rice or polenta. .—Rebekah Beyer, Sabetha, Kansas
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 265 calories, 13g fat (5g saturated fat), 55mg cholesterol, 412mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 20g protein.
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Instant Pot Beef Tips
Total Time
35 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
These beef tips remind me of a childhood favorite. I cook them with mushrooms and serve them over brown rice, noodles or mashed potatoes. —Amy Lents, Grand Forks, North Dakota
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 235 calories, 8g fat (2g saturated fat), 46mg cholesterol, 837mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 27g protein.
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Instant Pot Brisket
Total Time
1 hour 25 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
One bite of this super tender brisket and your family will be hooked! The rich gravy is perfect for spooning over a side of creamy mashed potatoes. —Eunice Stoen, Decorah, Iowa
Nutrition Facts:
5 ounces cooked beef: 268 calories, 8g fat (3g saturated fat), 81mg cholesterol, 375mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 39g protein.
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Pressure-Cooker Beef Osso Bucco
Total Time
1 hour 25 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Our beef osso bucco boasts a thick, savory sauce complemented by the addition of gremolata, a chopped herb condiment made of lemon zest, garlic and parsley. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 398 calories, 15g fat (6g saturated fat), 112mg cholesterol, 640mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 4g fiber), 47g protein.
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Pressure-Cooker Thai Coconut Beef
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My husband and I love Thai food, but going out on weeknights can be challenging with busy schedules. I wanted to create a Thai-inspired dinner that could double as an easy lunch the following day. The beef is fantastic in this dish, but chicken or pork would be equally delicious! —Ashley Lecker, Green Bay, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 421 calories, 28g fat (14g saturated fat), 88mg cholesterol, 731mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 2g fiber), 32g protein.
