Follow these step-by-step instructions to create your delicious Instant Pot Beef Breakfast Bowl. The process is straightforward, leveraging the efficiency of your pressure cooker for a quick and flavorful meal.

1. Prepare the Instant Pot: Turn your Instant Pot to the “Sauté” mode on high. Allow it to heat up for a minute or two until the display reads “Hot.” Add the olive oil (or avocado oil) to the pot.
2. Brown the Beef: Add the lean ground beef to the hot pot. Break it apart with a spatula or wooden spoon. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5-7 minutes, or until the beef is nicely browned and no pink remains. It’s important to get a good sear on the beef as this develops a deeper, richer flavor.
3. Drain Excess Fat (If Necessary): If you’re using ground beef that isn’t super lean, or if you notice a significant amount of rendered fat, carefully tilt the Instant Pot (after turning off Sauté mode temporarily for safety) and spoon out the excess fat. This will prevent your breakfast bowl from being overly greasy.
4. Sauté Aromatics: Add the chopped yellow onion and red bell pepper to the pot with the browned beef. Continue to sauté for another 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until the onions become translucent and the peppers soften slightly. This step builds another layer of flavor.
5. Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic, as it can become bitter. Just one minute is usually sufficient to release its aroma.
6. Deglaze (Optional but Recommended): If you notice any browned bits stuck to the bottom of the pot (fond), pour in a small splash (about ¼ cup) of the beef broth and use your spatula to scrape them up. These bits are packed with flavor and incorporating them into the dish will enhance its overall taste. This step also helps prevent a “Burn” notice on the Instant Pot.
7. Add Potatoes and Seasonings: Add the diced potatoes to the pot. Sprinkle in the smoked paprika, dried oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir everything together thoroughly to ensure the beef and vegetables are evenly coated with the spices.
8. Add Remaining Broth: Pour in the rest of the beef broth. Give everything one final stir to combine.
9. Pressure Cook: Secure the lid on the Instant Pot, ensuring the steam release valve is set to the “Sealing” position. Select the “Pressure Cook” or “Manual” mode (depending on your Instant Pot model) and set the timer for 5 minutes at high pressure.
10. Natural Pressure Release (NPR): Once the 5-minute cooking cycle is complete, allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes (10-minute NPR). This allows the cooking process to complete gently and helps the flavors meld further. It also prevents starchy foam from potatoes from sputtering out of the valve if a quick release is done immediately.
11. Quick Release Remaining Pressure: After the 10-minute natural release, carefully turn the steam release valve to the “Venting” position to release any remaining pressure. Use a long-handled spoon or tongs to avoid steam burns. Wait until the float valve drops completely before attempting to open the lid.
12. Serve and Garnish: Carefully open the lid. Give the beef and potato mixture a gentle stir. The potatoes should be tender and the mixture slightly saucy. Ladle the beef breakfast bowl mixture into individual serving bowls. Top with your favorite garnishes such as a fried or poached egg, shredded cheese, sliced avocado, salsa, sour cream, or fresh herbs like cilantro or green onions. Serve immediately and enjoy your hearty breakfast!