Easy Instant Pot Chili
This easy Instant Pot chili is a simple, comforting dinner made with ground beef, beans, tomatoes, and classic chili spices.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 green pepper, diced
- 2 cans diced tomatoes
- 1 jar tomato sauce
- 2 cans kidney beans, drained
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Set the Instant Pot to Sauté mode. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks.
- Add the diced onion and green bell pepper to the pot. Cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.
- Stir in the minced garlic, chili powder, ground cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook for 30 seconds, just until fragrant.
- Turn off Sauté mode. Add the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and drained kidney beans. Stir well, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
- Secure the lid and set the Instant Pot to Pressure Cook (Manual) on High for 15 minutes.
- Once cooking is complete, allow a 10-minute natural release, then carefully quick release any remaining pressure.
- Open the lid, stir the chili, and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot with your favorite toppings.
Nutrition
Notes
- Brown the beef well: Let the beef cook until nicely browned before adding other ingredients to build deeper flavor.
- Scrape the bottom of the pot: After sautéing, always scrape up browned bits when adding liquids to avoid a burn notice.
- Use a short natural release: Allowing a brief natural release helps the chili settle and thicken slightly.
- Adjust thickness to taste: If the chili is thicker than you like, stir in a splash of water or broth before serving.
- Serving suggestions: Serve with Jalapeño Cheddar Cornbread or Avocado Tomato Cucumber Salad for simple, satisfying meal.
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