Description
A comforting and hearty beef chili made easily in the Instant Pot, perfect for chilly days and gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (any color)
- 1 (15 oz) can kidney or black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce
- 1 cup beef broth (low sodium recommended)
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp cooking oil (for sautéing)
Instructions
- Set your Instant Pot to the sauté function. Add 2 tablespoons of oil and heat it up.
- Cook the diced onions and minced garlic until softened and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon.
- Sprinkle in chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir well to coat the beef with the spices.
- Add diced bell peppers and cook for another 2 minutes to soften them slightly.
- Pour in the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, and beef broth. Stir to mix everything evenly.
- Add the drained and rinsed beans, and stir again.
- Close the Instant Pot lid securely and set the valve to sealing. Select manual or pressure cook mode and set the timer for 15 minutes on high pressure.
- After cooking, let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, then safely perform a quick release.
- Taste the chili and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Serve hot with your favorite garnishes.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: American