This instant pot hamburger soup has been in my husbands family for over 30 years. It is a family classic that we made easier with the instant pot. It’s easy to make, calls for basic ingredients, and keeps great for leftovers! Make this Instant Pot soup recipe in under 45 minutes with little preparation and almost no clean up!
Why I Love This Recipe:
- Easy – Pressure cooker recipes save so much cook time and clean up time. This dish is originally from my mother-in-law who cooked it low and slow on the stovetop all day long. She’s been making it for over 40 years and it is my favorite meal she makes! I decided to give it an Instant Pot makeover so we could have it made quicker. It has been a success and now my kids love it too.
- Simple ingredients – This is such a great recipe because it calls for simple ingredients like lean ground beef (also great in our grandma’s famous dish), onion, tomato juice, potatoes, vegetables, etc. You can use leftover ground beef or even frozen vegetables in this recipe to make your life easier.
- Goes great with other dishes – I love serving this recipe with our favorite sourdough snack or homemade cornbread and if I want to offer another soup, I also bring out the Instant Pot chicken noodle soup. This recipe is loaded with hearty vegetables and lean beef so the carbs compliment this soup perfectly. My instant pot veggie side are another family favorite that goes with almost any dinner!
Because I know you want more Instant Pot recipes, try these: Instant Pot meatballs, Instant Pot lasagna, easy Instant Pot pasta, Instant Pot creamy veggie soup, Instant Pot protein packed pasta. Or any of our other soups many of which can be made in the Instant Pot too.
How to Make Hamburger Soup:
Brown the hamburger in the instant pot on the sauté setting until no longer pink.
Chop: Meanwhile, chop the fresh vegetables.
Combine: Add all other remaining ingredients to the browned meat.
Cook: Seal the Instant Pot and set it to manual mode, high pressure for 20 minutes.
Serve: Manually quick release pressure and serve hot!
Pro Tip: Add gluten-free Worcestershire sauce and more Italian seasoning before cooking for an extra flavorful soup!
Make Ahead, Freezing, and Reheating Instructions
Make ahead – Make this recipe in its entirety and save for when you want to serve it.
Freezing/Refrigerating – Make sure your soup is completely cooled before refrigerating or freezing. You can store this soup in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or in the freezer for up to 2 months.
Reheating – This recipe reheats great in the microwave and is perfect for quick lunches.
Recipe Variations:
- Leftover ground beef – You can make this soup with leftover ground beef or even leftover ground turkey. Just skip the browning of the hamburger meat on the sauté function in the pot.
- Stovetop – This soup is traditionally made on the stove top and simmered for hours. Follow the same steps then let simmer on low for 6-8 hours.
- Frozen ground beef – Frozen ground meat will cook in the instant pot on the sauté setting. You can also close the lid and set high pressure for 20 minutes.
- Favorite veggies – Carrots, celery, peppers, and onions are our go-to vegetables for this recipe but you can add more/less if you’d like. We also like root vegetables like potatoes but turnips are always a great addition. The choice is yours.
- Potatoes – Any type of potato will work for this recipe although russet potatoes are our favorites. Sweet potatoes, red potatoes, yellow potatoes, etc. will all work too.
More Delicious Soup Recipes to Try:
Looking for some comforting soups? Try this delicious Instant Pot cheeseburger soup or warm up with a bowl of Albondigas soup. If you prefer something sweet and savory, the Instant Pot corn chowder is a great choice.
Also consider the gluten free creamy soup that is also great in casseroles. Or you can make a hearty Mom’s ham soup (Instant Pot option) with an Instant Pot option available. If you need a dairy-free alternative, try this Dairy-free soup. Lastly, for a hearty and nutritious meal, the Panera Bread 10 vegetable soup is another excellent option.
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Instant Pot Hamburger Soup
Ingredients
- 2 lbs. ground beef
- 1 small onion diced
- 46 oz can tomato juice
- 46 oz water filled in the tomato juice can after pouring the juice out
- 1/4 cup chopped green pepper
- 3 teaspoon sugar
- 3 teaspoon parsley
- 3 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cup diced potatoes
- 4 medium carrots, peeled and chopped
- 3/4 cup chopped celery
- 1/4 cup dry rice
Instructions
- Brown the hamburger in the instant pot on the sauté setting until no longer pink
- Meanwhile, chop the veggies
- Add all other remaining ingredients to the browned meat
- Seal the Instant Pot and set it to manual mode, high pressure for 20 minutes
- Manually release pressure and serve hot
Video
Notes
Nutrition
Photos and Video by Amie Pendle
Originally posted September 3,2019 but it has since been updated with more helpful information.
Michelle says
Would I be able to subtitle the tomato juice with tomato sauce ? I don’t have juice. Thanks.
Chandice says
You can just use half tomato sauce then more water.
LaKita says
This hamburger soup is so hearty and delicious! Love making it in the instant pot for a quick and easy dinner option!
Sharon says
This easy hamburger soup is so easy to make and a great dish for when you are craving a hearty and filling meal.
Mikayla says
Delicious, I love making soup I can eat and have some to freeze more for later.
A repeat recipe for sure.
veenaazmanov says
Best as a light Dinner option with all the healthy veggies. Perfect meal and a total filler.
Natalie says
My kids love the name of it, and the taste of it, lol. Such a lovely soup for the entire family, thanks!
megane says
the whole family gives this a tick of approval. Deliciously good!
Amy Liu Dong says
It is a perfect soup to make for everyone. It looks good and they love this.
Amanda Mason says
Great classic recipe! I enjoyed every bite and it was easy to make!
Heather says
Been looking for easy tasty instant pot soup recipes as we navigate a kitchen remodel! This turned out delicious!
Cheryl says
I don’t see how much tomato sauce and liquid to use? The video shows you pouring in a can, but the recipe doesn’t state how much? Thanks, Cheryl
Chandice says
Hi Cheryl, the tomato juice and water amounts are listed in the recipe just under the beef and onion 🙂
Rita says
Did you make this in a 6 or 8 quart instant pot?
Chandice says
6 qt but 8 is even better!
Rita says
I made the recipe in my 6 quart and could only add about half of the water. It was fine because I like thick soup and I could always add more water after if anyone wanted it. Tasty but just saying.
Chandice says
Thank you Rita. 🙂
Robin says
I’m thrown off by the 2 teaspoons of chopped green pepper? really? just 2 measly little teaspoons with the lower case “t” ? do you mean a spice instead?
Chandice says
1/4 cup, sorry about that 🙂
Victoria says
I bet this would be good with kielbasa too!
Chandice says
Oh yes I bet it would! 🙂
Sherri says
Are you suppose to use Tablespoons or teaspoons because there are lowercase t?
Teralee Williams says
We LOVE LOVE LOVE this hamburger soup! It’s always devoured by anyone who tries it!
Chandice says
Oh I am so glad you love this! Thank you so much for your rating and kind words. It’s one of our family favorites too.
Erin says
This soup is so flavorful and delicious! Perfect for a cold day and my whole family eats it up. Great recipe!
Chandice says
Oh I am so happy to hear how much your family loves it! Thanks for sharing Erin. 🙂
RyanE says
Assuming capital “T” in recipe means tablespoon/tbsp. Am I correct?
Chandice says
That is correct