Brown meat in a large saute pan. Let pieces sear for several minutes per side, then turn once brown. Remove meat from pan and add 1 cup of water. Deglaze pan the pan, using a flat wooden spatula to scrape any bits stuck to the pan. Place meat, deglazing liquid, and the remaining ingredients except cilantro and green onions in slow cooker or pressure cooker. Slow cook on low for 8 hours/high for 4 hours or pressure cook for 55 minutes.