These Instant Pot Burrito Bowls will show you and your taste buds that you no longer need a tortilla to enjoy that burrito flavor.

If you love this recipe you have to try my other instant pot recipes. Try instant pot mashed potatoes and instant pot macaroni and cheese.

Burrito bowl made in the instant pot, topped with burrito toppings.

Instant Pot Burrito Bowls

A delicious bowl of taco meat, black beans, yellow corn, and rice topped with all of your favorite burrito toppings.

  • Under 40 Minutes. This instant pot meal only takes 20 minutes to put together, and 20 minutes to cook. You’ll have a complete meal in no time at all.
  • Perfect for families. This recipe is perfect for families. Everyone can customize the way they want to. Even the pickiest eaters will be satisfied.
  • Great Meal Prep. A hearty meal that makes a great meal prep lunch or dinner. Save time in the kitchen with this easy-to-make recipe.
  • One Pot Dinner. You can make everything in the instant pot making for an easy clean dinner.

Ingredients For Burrito Bowls

Cooked Mexican style rice topped with shredded cheese for a burrito bowl.
  • Olive oil. This is a great subtle flavor to saute the onions and ground beef in for the best taste.
  • Onion. Use diced yellow onion for the best flavor.
  • Ground beef. You can also use ground chicken or ground turkey if you want.
  • Taco seasoning. A burrito-inspired dish isn’t complete without your favorite taco seasoning.
  • Chicken broth. I like to use chicken broth instead of water to give the dish extra flavor. It’s so good!
  • Black beans. Use one can of rinsed and drained black beans.
  • Corn. For convenience use canned corn. Make sure to drain it beforehand.
  • Salsa. Use your favorite kind of salsa. You can add more of a kick or keep it mild.
  • Rice. Brown or Jasmine rice works great with this recipe and the cook time in the instant pot.
  • Toppings. The best part about this meal is the tasty toppings you can put on it. I love adding shredded cheese, pico de gallo, avocado, tortilla chips, and sour cream.

Tips for the Best Results

  • Make Ahead Recipe. I love making this on a Sunday and putting it in separate containers for lunch all week long.
  • Chicken or Ground Beef. I used ground beef to make these burrito bowls but I’ve also used chicken breasts. I use about 1 pound of boneless chicken breasts.
  • Burrito Bowl Toppings. Top with your favorite sliced avocado, tomatoes, tortilla chips, and sour cream.
  • Saute Function. For extra flavor use the sauté function on the Instant Pot to brown the meat and onions. This adds flavor to the dish and enhances the taste of the bowls. It also makes it a one pot meal!

How To Make Burrito Bowls

Cooked Mexican style rice for a burrito bowl.
  1. Brown. With the saute button, in the instant pot, brown the ground beef in olive oil. Drain the excess fat.
  2. Saute. Add in the diced onions and cook for 1-2 minutes. 
  3. Add. Add in the taco seasoning, and 1 cup of the chicken broth. Stir in the onions and simmer for 1 minute.
  4. Stir.  Stir in the beans, corn, and salsa with the onion mixture. Add the rice on top but do not stir. Top with the remaining chicken broth making sure the rice is covered.
  5. Seal.  Seal the instant pot with the lid. Set the valve to “sealing”. Press the “Pressure Cook” or “Manual” button on high pressure for 15 minutes. When the cooking time is up, carefully do a quick pressure release.
  6. Assemble. Stir ground beef in with the rice mixture. Serve with shredded cheese, tomatoes, avocado slices, tortilla chips, and sour cream.

What To Serve With Instant Pot Burrito Bowls

These Burrito Bowls are great with a side of refried beans and chips and salsa. It’s a great fun Friday night dinner the whole family will love.

Above shot of instant pot burrito bowl with all the toppings.

Leftovers & Storing

  • Store. If you have any leftover burrito mixture, store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Make sure to store the burrito toppings separately from the burrito bowl mixture.
  • Reheat leftovers. Reheat the portion you wish to eat in the microwave until warm.

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Above shot of instant pot burrito bowl with all the toppings.
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Servings: 6 servings

Burrito Bowls

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
These Burrito Bowls will show you, and your taste buds that you no longer need a tortilla to enjoy that burrito flavor.
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Ingredients
 

  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 yellow onion, diced
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1 ½ cups chicken broth, divided
  • 1 can black beans, drained & rinsed, 15 ounces
  • 1 can corn, drained, 15 ounces
  • 1 jar medium salsa, 16 ounces
  • 1 cup brown rice or jasmine rice

TOPPINGS:

  • shredded cheese
  • diced tomatoes
  • avocado
  • tortilla chips
  • sour cream

Instructions
 

  • Press the “Saute” button, and add the oil.
  • Once the oil is hot, add the ground beef and cook until the ground beef is browned. Drain any excess fat.
  • Add the diced onions and cook for 1-2 minutes.
  • Add taco seasoning, and 1 cup of the chicken broth. Stir and simmer for 1 minute.
  • Stir in the beans, corn, and salsa; stir until combined.
  • Add the rice on top of the mixture, but DO NOT STIR.
  • Add remaining 1/2 cup of chicken broth over the rice.
  • Cover the pot and make sure the vent on the top of the cover is set to “Sealing”. Press the “Pressure Cook” or “Manual” button on HIGH pressure for 15 minutes. Close and lock the lid. It should take the pressure cooker about 10 to 12 minutes to come to pressure and begin the 15 minute countdown. When cooking time is complete, do a quick release of the pressure.
  • Stir everything together. Serve with shredded cheese, tomatoes, avocado slices, tortilla chips and sour cream.

Notes

  • CHICKEN OR GROUND BEEF: I used ground beef to make these burrito bowls but I’ve also used chicken breasts. I use about 1 pound of boneless chicken breasts.
  • BURRITO BOWL TOPPINGS: Top with sliced avocado, tomatoes, tortilla chips, and sour cream.
Calories: 359kcal, Carbohydrates: 30g, Protein: 21g, Fat: 17g, Saturated Fat: 5g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 9g, Trans Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 53mg, Sodium: 1085mg, Potassium: 556mg, Fiber: 7g, Sugar: 2g, Vitamin A: 552IU, Vitamin C: 7mg, Calcium: 47mg, Iron: 4mg
Cuisine: American
Course: Main Course
Author: Jennifer
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