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Instant Pot Cheesy Taco Shells

ONE POT DINNER! So creamy, cheesy and full of taco flavors using ground beef. Quick, simple + so bomb for the whole family!

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • ½ medium sweet onion diced
  • 1 small poblano pepper diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 ½ teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 3 cups beef stock
  • 1 8-ounce can tomato sauce
  • 1 cup mild salsa homemade or store-bought
  • 12 ounces medium pasta shells
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 6 ounces shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese about 1 1/2 cups
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves

Instructions

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  1. Set a 6-qt Instant Pot® to the high saute setting. Heat olive oil; add ground beef and cook until browned, about 3-5 minutes, making sure to crumble the beef as it cooks; drain excess fat.
  2. Add onion and poblano, and cook, stirring frequently, until tender, about 2-3 minutes. Stir in garlic, chili powder, oregano and cumin until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  3. Stir in beef stock, tomato sauce, salsa and pasta; season with salt and pepper, to taste. Select manual setting; adjust pressure to high, and set time for 5 minutes. When finished cooking, quick-release pressure according to manufacturer’s directions.
  4. Stir in cheese and heavy cream until cheese has melted, about 1-2 minutes. Stir in cilantro.
  5. Serve immediately.