Instant Pot® Pinto Beans (No Soaking)

Super flavorful and easy.

Step: 1

Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Add bacon and cook, 4 to 6 minutes, turning once. Add chicken broth, pinto beans, water, onions, chile peppers, garlic powder, salt, chili powder, cumin, and paprika. Close and lock the lid.

Step: 2

Select high pressure according to manufacturer’s instructions; set timer for 45 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.

Step: 3

Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer’s instructions, 10 to 40 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Remove bacon and chile peppers. Mash beans with a potato masher until they reach desired consistency.

Per Serving: 236 calories; protein 14.5g; carbohydrates 38.8g; fat 2.6g; cholesterol 6.7mg; sodium 972.8mg.

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