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Instant Pot Frito Pie

This Frito Pie recipe uses the Instant Pot to create a delicious, slow-cooked flavor that only took you a few minutes of active cooking time!
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time1 hour 10 minutes
Course: Main Course
Servings: 6 servings
Author: Jamie at "The Family Food & Fun Space"

Equipment

  • Instant Pot, or similar pressure cooker (just be sure to adapt accordingly)

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • ¼ medium onion, diced
  • ½ lb ground beef
  • 1½ tbsp taco seasoning
  • 1 tsp dried minced garlic
  • 2 chicken (or beef) boullion cubes
  • ½ tsp chili powder
  • ¼ tsp cumin
  • ¼ tsp onion powder
  • ¼ tsp Extra Spicy Mrs. Dash
  • ¼ tsp fresh ground pepper
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ½ can diced tomatoes with chilies, such as Rotel
  • 1 cup dried bolita beans, rinsed and sorted
  • 3 cups water
  • Fritos or tortilla chips
  • Shredded cheese and any other desired toppings

Instructions

  • Add the olive oil, onion, and ground beef to the Instant Pot. Push the Saute button to begin the cooking process.
  • Add the taco seaoning, garlic, bouillion cubes, chili powder, cumin, onion powder, Mrs. Dash, pepper, and salt.
  • Saute until the beef is fully cooked, breaking it up as it cooks.
  • Push the Cancel button and then add the remaining ingredients to the Instant Pot and mix well.
  • Secure the lid closed on the Instant Pot and make sure the seal is set to not release.
  • Select the Manual button, and make sure it is set to High Pressure (change it if needed). Then, set the timer for 70 minutes (less if you soaked your beans).
  • Allow the Instant Pot to naturally release for about 10 minutes before carefully changing it to manually release any remaining steam.
  • Serve in bowls with Fritos or other toritlla chips and shredded cheese.

Notes

  • If you can't find bolita beans, pinto beans are a good substitute.
  • This recipe uses beans that have not been soaked, but you can soak them to significantly reduce the cooking time.  Go to https://instantpot.com/instantpot-cooking-time/#tab-id-3 for more information on adjusting your recipe.
  • If you use different beans, go to the link above for information on how to change your cooking time accordingly.
  • Extra Spicy Mrs. Dash can be found at grocery stores in the spices aisle, but it can also be found online here.