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Instant Pot Chili

Easy to make chili in an instant pot using ground beef, harissa paste, a variety of beans, and other pantry staples for a quick and easy dinner recipe.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Diet: Low Lactose
Skill Level: Beginner
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Rena Awada

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef
  • 1 sweet onion diced
  • 4-6 garlic cloves sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper seeded and chopped
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning blend
  • 15 ounces kidney beans one can, drained
  • 15 ounces cannellini beans one can, drained
  • 15 ounces black beans one can, drained
  • 15 ounces diced tomatoes one can, drained
  • 1/4 cup red pepper paste or harissa paste
  • 2 cups bone broth
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
  • Kosher salt and pepper to taste
  • lime wedges Optional, or cilantro, shredded cheese, etc.

Instructions

  • Turn the SAUTE option on your Instant Pot.
  • Add the 1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef and cook, crumbling it with a wooden spoon.
    A white spatula stirring a pot with cooked ground beef.
  • Once the meat is cooked, add the diced 1 sweet onion, 4-6 garlic cloves (minced), 1 red bell pepper (diced), and2 tablespoons taco seasoning blend, and continue cooking for 3-4 minutes.
    A pot with vegetables and spices.
  • Stir in the remaining ingredients (15 ounces kidney beans, 15 ounces cannellini beans, 15 ounces black beans, 15 ounces diced tomatoes, 1/4 cup red pepper paste or harissa paste, 2 cups bone broth, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce, and Kosher salt and pepper)
    Pouring liquid into a pot filled with beans and tomatoes.
  • Turn the MANUAL function on and cook for 15 minutes.
  • Allow natural pressure release. Season with salt and pepper to your taste.
    A white spatula stirring a pot of chili.
  • Serve the chili warm with your choice of toppings and garnish with lime wedges.
    A white bowl of chili with spoon in the bowl.

Notes

  1. For extra depth, sauté the onions and garlic until golden before adding the ground beef.
  2. Let the pressure release naturally for a thicker, more flavorful chili.
  3. Customize your toppings—think shredded cheese, sour cream, or avocado slices.

Nutrition

Calories: 681kcal | Carbohydrates: 85g | Protein: 68g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 105mg | Sodium: 1290mg | Potassium: 1865mg | Fiber: 25g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 1218IU | Vitamin C: 58mg | Calcium: 203mg | Iron: 14mg