Instant Pot Award Winning Chili Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 ½ lbground beef
- 6strips bacon
good quality, chopped
- 1 cankidney beans
15 ounces, drained
- 1 canpinto beans
15 ounces, drained
- 1 canblack beans
15 ounces, drained
- 1 canfire roasted diced tomatoes
15 ounces, with juice
- 1 cantomato paste
6 ounce
- 1red onion
chopped
- 1red bell pepper
seeded and chopped
- 1jalapeño
seeded and minced *optional
- 2 cbeef stock
- 1 tbspdried oregano
- 2 tspground cumin
- 2 tspkosher salt
- 1 tspground black pepper
- 1 tspsmoked paprika
- 2 tbspchili powder
- 1 tbspworcestershire sauce
- 1 tbspgarlic
minced
- sour cream
- cilantro
- cheese
shredded
- lime
fresh, optional
Directions
- 1
Turn your instant pot to sauté and add the bacon.
- 2
Cook until crisp, stirring often to cook evenly.
- 3
Remove the bacon to a paper towel lined plate.
- 4
Add the onions and peppers and cook until tender.
- 5
Add the meat and cook until browned.
- 6
Drain off any excess grease, we just tilt the pot and use a large spoon.
- 7
Add all of the remaining ingredients and 3/4 of the bacon and stir to combine.
- 8
Turn the instant pot to chili (if you don't have a "chili" setting, use the "manual" setting) and cook for 18-20 minutes (see note). Allow pressure to release for 10-15 minutes or quick release with the vent.
- 9
Serve with limes, sour cream, cheese, and a little bacon!
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About this Recipe
Craving a chili that truly stands out from the crowd? This Instant Pot Award Winning Chili recipe is your ticket to a deeply flavorful, hearty bowl that's ready to impress, bringing home chili cook-off victories across the country. You don't want to miss our best chili recipe ever!
What sets this chili apart is the thoughtful combination of ingredients, starting with savory ground beef and rich bacon, building a robust flavor base. The medley of three different beans—kidney, pinto, and black—along with fire-roasted tomatoes and a balanced spice blend ensures every spoonful is packed with complexity and texture.
Prepare yourself for a rich, robust chili with layers of savory depth that truly earn its "award-winning" title. You'll taste the hearty ground beef, the smoky undertones of paprika and quality bacon, and the warming embrace of a well-balanced spice blend featuring cumin and chili powder. The trio of kidney, pinto, and black beans adds a satisfying chew and a delightful textural counterpoint, while the fire-roasted tomatoes lend a subtle sweetness and tang that brightens the whole dish. It's a truly comforting and satisfying meal that feels both familiar and exceptionally special, destined to become a new favorite.
Feel free to tailor this winning chili to your taste. If you prefer less heat, simply omit the minced jalapeño. You can also experiment with different types of beans; white beans or cannellini would be delicious additions or swaps for variety. For an extra boost of freshness, a squeeze of fresh lime at the end can truly elevate the flavors.
This Instant Pot chili is perfect for game day gatherings, cozy family dinners, or any occasion where you need a comforting, crowd-pleasing meal. Serve it generously topped with sour cream, shredded cheese, fresh cilantro, and a wedge of lime for a burst of brightness.