How to Make Instant Pot Pinto Beans (No Soaking) - A Step-by-Step Guide

Looking for a delicious and easy recipe for pinto beans without the hassle of soaking them overnight? Look no further! This Instant Pot pinto beans recipe will provide you with perfectly cooked beans in a fraction of the time, without sacrificing any of the flavor. Whether you're looking to make a comforting bowl of beans and rice, a hearty bean soup, or a flavorful side dish, this recipe is sure to be a hit.

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Ingredients

  • 3 slices bacon
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 pound dried pinto beans, rinsed
  • 1 ½ cups water
  • ½ cup chopped onions, or to taste (Optional)
  • 2 green chile peppers
  • 1 ¼ teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 ¼ teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon paprika

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 25 mins
  • Servings: 8

  • Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot) and select Sauté function. Add bacon and cook, turning once, 4 to 6 minutes. Add chicken broth, pinto beans, water, onions, chile peppers, garlic powder, salt, chili powder, cumin, and paprika. Close and lock the lid.
  • Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 45 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • 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; chop to desired consistency and return to the pot. Mash beans with a potato masher until they reach desired consistency.
  • Nutrition

    236 cal.

    • Total Fat: 3g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 7mg
    • Sodium: 973mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 39g
    • Dietary Fiber: 9g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 15g
    • Vitamin C: 32mg
    • Calcium: 73mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 880mg