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Instant Pot Chili Recipe

Instant Pot Chili Recipe

4.7 from 28 reviews

Warm up with this hearty and flavorful Instant Pot Chili, perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner. Packed with protein and fiber, this easy recipe is a family favorite.

Ingredients

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For the Chili:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 lb ground beef or ground turkey
  • 1 small onion (diced)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 bell pepper (chopped)
  • 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans (drained and rinsed)
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans (drained and rinsed)
  • 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes (with juice)
  • 1 can (6 oz) tomato paste
  • 1 cup beef or chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chili: Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode. Add olive oil, ground beef, and cook until browned. Add onion, garlic, and bell pepper, cook until softened.
  2. Season the Chili: Stir in chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, pepper, and cayenne. Add tomato paste and coat the mixture.
  3. Add Remaining Ingredients: Pour in diced tomatoes, beans, and broth. Stir well to combine.
  4. Pressure Cook: Cancel sauté mode, secure the lid, and Pressure Cook (Manual) on high for 15 minutes. Allow natural release for 10 minutes, then quick release.
  5. Serve: Stir and serve hot with desired toppings.

Notes

  • You can customize this chili with corn, jalapeños, or other beans for variety.
  • Leftovers taste even better the next day and freeze well.

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