Instant Pot Chili

5 from 2 votes

Beef, beans, tomatoes, and spices combine for a hearty, delicious Instant Pot chili with the perfect amount of seasoning and flavor that the whole family will enjoy!

Prep Time15

Cook Time20

Total Time35

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Instant Pot Chili Recipe

Servings:

Calories: 334kcal

Ingredients

2 pounds ground beef or turkey
2 small green peppers, about 2 cups diced
1 small yellow onion, about 1½ cups diced
15 ounces tomato sauce
30 ounces diced tomatoes (two 15-ounce cans)
15 ounces water
6 ounces tomato paste
30 ounces kidney beans, drained and rinsed (two 15-ounce cans)
3 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons garlic powder
2 tablespoons onion powder
3 tablespoons cumin
1 tablespoon paprika
1 teaspoon chipotle powder
½ teaspoon cayenne
½ tablespoon salt
1 teaspoon white pepper

Instructions

Brown ground beef in the Instant Pot using the sauté function.
Add diced peppers and onions until translucent and they start to caramelize.
Pour in the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, water and tomato paste.
Add the drained beans.
Add seasonings and stir to incorporate everything.
Place and lock lid, making sure the venting valve is sealed.
Set for 20 minutes on the Bean or Chili setting.
Be cautious of steam as you do a quick pressure release.
Serve topped with cheese, sour cream and green onions. Best enjoyed with sweet cornbread.

Notes

For an even quicker cooking time, ground beef can be cooked ahead of time. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to a month.
You can also brown the ground beef and veggies in a pan on the stove if you prefer and add it to the Instant Pot before adding the rest of the ingredients.
Make sure to consult your Instant Pot manual to ensure you are using the correct settings for your specific model.

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