Instant Pot Chili 🌶️recipe

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Instant Pot Chili 🌶️

This rich and savory chili is made with ground beef (or turkey), beans, tomatoes, and a perfect blend of spices. It’s a one-pot meal that’s easy to make and full of comfort!



Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup beef broth or water
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
  • 1 tsp salt (to taste)
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp oregano
  • 1 tbsp sugar (optional, to balance acidity)

For Topping (Optional):

  • Sour cream
  • Shredded cheddar cheese
  • Chopped green onions
  • Fresh cilantro

Instructions

1️⃣ Sauté the Vegetables and Meat

  1. Turn the Instant Pot to Sauté mode and heat olive oil.
  2. Add diced onion, garlic, and red bell pepper to the pot. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables soften.
  3. Add the ground beef (or ground turkey) and cook until browned, breaking it up into small pieces with a spoon. Drain any excess fat if necessary.

2️⃣ Add Spices and Liquids

  1. Stir in chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper (optional), oregano, salt, and black pepper. Let the spices cook for about 1 minute to release their flavors.
  2. Add the tomato paste, diced tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, and beef broth (or water). Stir everything together to combine.

3️⃣ Pressure Cook

  1. Secure the Instant Pot lid, making sure the valve is set to Sealing.
  2. Cook on High Pressure for 10 minutes.
  3. Once the cooking time is done, do a quick release of the pressure.

4️⃣ Adjust and Serve

  1. Open the lid and give the chili a good stir. Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or chili powder if needed.
  2. If you want a thicker chili, you can set the Instant Pot to Sauté mode and let it simmer for 5-10 minutes to reduce the liquid.

5️⃣ Serve

  1. Ladle the chili into bowls and top with sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, green onions, or fresh cilantro if desired. Serve with cornbread or crackers for an extra treat!

Tips:

  • Add extra beans or vegetables like corn or zucchini for more texture.
  • For a spicier chili, increase the amount of cayenne pepper or add a few chopped fresh jalapeños.
  • You can slow cook the chili by using the Slow Cook function on the Instant Pot for a few hours if you prefer a longer cooking time.

Enjoy this rich and hearty chili for a warm, comforting meal! 😊

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