To prepare the seasoning, add the ingredients to a small bowl and mix well.
Chop sweet potato, peppers and onion as noted.
For the Instant Pot:
Place the ground beef in the instant pot and break it into small its with a wooden spoon. Add in the remaining ingredients and sprinkle the seasoning over everything. Stir to mix.
Place the lid on the instant pot and close the pressure valve. Press the "soup" button and set for 30 minutes.
Allow the cooking cycle to complete and then quick release the pressure.
Open the lid when safe to do so. Taste and season with additional salt and pepper as desired. Spoon into bowls and serve.
For the slow cooker:
Follow steps 1-3 above, placing the ingredients in and mixing in your slow cooker.
Cook on high for 3 hours or on low for 6 hours. Taste and season with additional salt and pepper as desired. Spoon into bowls and serve.