Instant Pot Chili

Instant Pot Chili

from dinneratthezoo.com
35 min

This Instant Pot chili is a blend of beef, beans, tomatoes and spices, all simmered together in a pressure cooker until tender and flavorful. The easiest way to make chili; everyone will think you spent all day on it!

Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 2 pounds ground beef (I use 90% lean)
  • 1 onion (finely diced)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 28 ounce can diced tomatoes (do not drain)
  • 3 8 ounce cans tomato sauce
  • 3/4 cup beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 2 teaspoons cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 3/4 teaspoon ground pepper
  • 15 ounce can kidney beans (drained and rinsed)
  • 15 ounce can pinto beans (drained and rinsed)
  • Assorted toppings such as shredded cheese, tomatoes, green onions and sour cream

Directions

  1. 1

    Turn your Instant Pot to Saute, then select More. Add the olive oil to the pot. Add the meat and cook until browned, breaking up the beef with a spatula as you stir.

  2. 2

    Add the onion and cook for 3 more minutes or until softened.

  3. 3

    Add the garlic, tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef broth, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, cocoa powder, sugar, salt, pepper and beans to the pot.

  4. 4

    Turn the Instant Pot to the Chili/Beans setting and place the lid on the pot. Cook for 20 minutes. Release the pressure either manually or allow it to release naturally.

  5. 5

    Serve with assorted toppings.