Description
Instant Pot Goulash is a comforting, satisfying dish that brings together ground beef, elbow macaroni, and a cheesy tomato sauce in one simple pot. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this easy recipe takes just minutes to prepare and delivers big flavors that appeal to all ages. You can easily customize it by adding your favorite vegetables or spices, making it a versatile option for any palate. Whether you enjoy it as a hearty family meal or a crowd-pleasing potluck dish, this Instant Pot Goulash is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup finely chopped yellow onion
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 bell pepper (chopped)
- 1 ¾ cups low sodium beef broth
- 2 cups elbow macaroni pasta (uncooked)
- 30 ounces canned diced tomatoes
- 15 ounces canned tomato sauce
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Press 'Sauté' on the Instant Pot. Add ground beef and cook until browned, crumbling as you go. Drain excess grease if desired.
- Add chopped onion and sauté until softened (about 2 minutes). Stir in minced garlic and chopped bell pepper for another minute before turning off the sauté function.
- Pour in the beef broth, ensuring to scrape up any bits stuck to the bottom of the pot. Add Italian seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; mix well.
- Layer uncooked macaroni over the mixture without stirring. On top, add canned diced tomatoes and tomato sauce.
- Close the lid securely and set the steam release valve to sealing position. Cook on high pressure for 4 minutes.
- After cooking, perform a quick release by moving the valve to venting position. Once safe, open the lid.
- Stir gently to separate pasta pieces; add shredded cheese until melted.
- Serve hot with optional fresh parsley on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg