LEAN CUISINE APPLE CRANBERRY CHICKEN RECIPES

Steps:

• Add ground beef and onion to the Instant Pot. Using the display panel select the SAUTE function.
• Cook and stir until no pink remains. Drain any liquids.
• Add remaining Beef Mixture ingredients and stir to combine.
• In a small bowl, melt >2 tbsp butter. Whisk in flour and beef broth until smooth. Add to pot and stir to combine.
• Cook and stir for 3-4 minutes, until sauce begins to thicken.
• Transfer the beef mixture to a 1 1/2 qt Instant Pot-friendly casserole dish and cover to keep warm.
• Rinse out the pot, then combine 1 cup water and cubed potatoes in the pot.
• Turn the pot off by selecting CANCEL, then secure the lid, making sure the vent is closed.
• Using the display panel select the MANUAL or PRESSURE COOK function*. Use the +/- keys and program the Instant Pot for 8 minutes.
• When the time is up, quick-release the pressure.
• Add remaining Potato Mixture ingredients to the pot and mash to desired consistency.
• Top the beef mixture evenly with the mashed potatoes. Cover the casserole with foil.
• Rinse out the pot, then add 1 1/2 cups of water and the steam rack.
• Carefully lower the casserole onto the rack, then secure the lid, making sure the vent is closed.
• Using the display panel select the MANUAL or PRESSURE COOK function*. Use the +/- keys and program the Instant Pot for 10 minutes.
• When the time is up, quick-release the pressure.
• Carefully remove the dish from the pot, top with cheese and let rest for 10 minutes before serving.
• (Optional) Set under broiler for 5-7 minutes until cheese is lightly browned.

Steps:

• Place meat in a zip-top bag and freeze for 1-2 hours to firm up the meat for cutting.
• Slice the meat against the grain into 1/8 inch - 1/4 inch strips.
• Mix remaining ingredients in a zip-top bag, then add steak and coat well. Marinate in the refrigerator for 3-6 hours.
• Remove the meat and pat dry. Divide the steak strips onto the cooking trays in an even layer.
• Place the drip pan in the bottom of the cooking chamber and insert one cooking tray in the top-most position and one tray in the middle position.
• Using the display panel, select DEHYDRATE, then adjust the temperature to 160 degrees and the time to 3 hours, then touch START.
• At 1.5 hours, switch the trays.
• When the Dehydrate program is nearly complete, test a piece of jerky by bending it at a 90-degree angle.
• If any moisture seeps out, return for an additional 20-30 minutes. If it bends, but there is no moisture seepage, it is done. If it cracks and breaks, it is overdone.