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Easy Hearty Instant Pot Chili Recipe

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A quick and comforting chili made in the Instant Pot, packed with smoky spices, tender beans, and ground beef. Perfect for busy weeknights and potlucks.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450g) ground beef (85% lean)
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 can (14.5 oz / 411g) canned diced tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 cup (240ml) beef broth
  • 1 can (15 oz / 425g) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz / 425g) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Optional toppings: shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions, fresh cilantro, avocado slices

Instructions

  1. Prepare your ingredients: Dice the onion and red bell pepper, mince the garlic cloves, and drain and rinse both cans of beans (5-7 minutes).
  2. Set Instant Pot to ‘Sauté’ mode and add 1 tablespoon olive oil. Once hot, add diced onions and bell pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant. Add minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
  3. Add ground beef, crumble into the pot, and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Stir frequently to break up meat. Drain excess fat if needed.
  4. Stir in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes to toast spices. Add tomato paste and mix thoroughly.
  5. Pour in canned diced tomatoes (with juice) and beef broth. Stir to combine, then fold in kidney beans and black beans.
  6. Seal Instant Pot lid and set to ‘Manual’ or ‘Pressure Cook’ on high for 15 minutes. Allow natural pressure release for 10 minutes, then quick-release remaining pressure.
  7. Open lid and stir chili. If too thin, turn on ‘Sauté’ and simmer a few minutes until thickened. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Serve chili in bowls with optional toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, green onions, cilantro, or avocado slices.

Notes

Do not skip the sauté step to brown beef and toast spices for better flavor. Let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes to avoid splatters. Drain and rinse beans to reduce canned flavor and sodium. Adjust spice levels by adding jalapeño or cayenne if desired. For vegetarian version, substitute ground beef with mushrooms or plant-based meat.

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