Description
Instant Pot Chili is the ultimate comfort food that brings warmth and flavor to your table in no time. Picture a rich, hearty dish filled with tender beans, ground meat, and a blend of spices that tantalize your taste buds. This easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings with friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef (or turkey)
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, rinsed
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode and heat olive oil. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent (3-5 minutes). Stir in minced garlic for 1 minute.
- Add ground beef (or alternative) and cook until browned; drain excess fat if needed.
- Stir in black beans, kidney beans, diced tomatoes (with juice), chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Secure the lid and set the valve to sealing mode. Cook on high pressure for 10 minutes. Allow natural release for 5 minutes before quick releasing remaining pressure.
- Open the lid carefully, stir gently, and serve hot with your choice of toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 660mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For vegetarian options, replace meat with lentils or tofu. Adjust spice levels by altering chili powder or adding cayenne pepper. Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 4 days or freeze for up to three months.