Description
A hearty and flavorful Instant Pot chili recipe that combines ground beef, beans, and a blend of spices for a satisfying meal. This chili is cooked quickly under pressure, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully without hours of simmering.
Ingredients
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Meat and Aromatics
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 8 cloves garlic
- 2 lbs. ground beef (90% lean, or substitute ground chicken or turkey)
Spices
- 3 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pepper
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 3 tsp oregano
- 2 tbsp cumin
- 2 tsp paprika
- 3 tsp cinnamon
Tomato and Liquids
- 30 oz. diced tomatoes, drained
- 14 oz. diced green chilies
- 7 oz. chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 6 oz. tomato paste
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup coffee
Beans
- 30 oz. kidney beans, drained (pinto beans may also be used)
Instructions
- Heat the oil: Turn on the Instant Pot using the Sauté function and heat the olive oil until shimmering.
- Sauté onions: Add the diced onions and cook for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and translucent.
- Add garlic and meat: Stir in the garlic cloves and ground beef. Continue stirring and sauté for 4-5 minutes, breaking up the meat to ensure even cooking.
- Add spices: Sprinkle in salt, pepper, chili powder, oregano, cumin, paprika, and cinnamon. Stir well to combine all the spices evenly with the meat mixture.
- Add liquids and tomato products: Pour in the drained diced tomatoes, diced green chilies, chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, tomato paste, beef broth, and coffee. Mix thoroughly to incorporate everything.
- Stir in beans: Add the drained kidney beans and stir so everything is evenly distributed.
- Pressure cook: Secure the lid on the Instant Pot, lock it, and set to pressure cook mode for 25 minutes.
- Natural pressure release: Allow the pressure to naturally release for about 10 minutes to let the chili settle.
- Adjust consistency: If there is excess liquid, carefully drain some off to reach your desired chili thickness.
- Serve and garnish: Ladle the chili into bowls and top with your favorite garnishes such as shredded cheese, sour cream, or chopped green onions. Enjoy your comforting meal!
Notes
- You can substitute ground chicken or turkey for a leaner version.
- If you prefer a spicier chili, add more chipotle peppers or a dash of cayenne pepper.
- Using coffee adds depth and richness but can be omitted or substituted with additional beef broth if desired.
- For vegetarian or vegan options, replace meat with plant-based protein and use vegetable broth.
- Be sure to drain canned beans and tomatoes to avoid excess liquid in the final dish.
