Description
A hearty and flavorful Instant Pot chili recipe that is easy to make, perfect for a quick weeknight meal. This chili is packed with ground beef, beans, and warm spices, creating a comforting dish that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef (or ground turkey)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (15 oz) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes with juices
- 1 (6 oz) can tomato paste
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions
Instructions
- Set the Instant Pot to Sauté mode. Heat the olive oil and add the ground beef and diced onion. Cook until browned and the onion is soft.
- Add the garlic and cook. Press Cancel to turn off Sauté mode.
- Stir in beans, tomatoes, broth, and spices. Secure the lid and pressure cook for 15 minutes.
- Natural pressure release and serve. Adjust seasoning if needed before serving with toppings.
Notes
- For a spicier chili, add cayenne pepper or diced jalapeños.
- You can use ground chicken or plant-based crumbles as a substitute.
- Chili thickens as it sits and tastes even better the next day.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes (plus pressure build and release)
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Instant Pot
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
