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    Home » Instant Pot Recipes

    Instant Pot Chili with Beans

    Modified: Jul 18, 2022 · Published: Aug 20, 2018 by Vicky · This post may contain affiliate links · 5 Comments

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    I have been on an Instant Pot kick as of late. You may have noticed that I have been sharing lots of Instant Pot recipes, such as this Caribbean Chicken in the Instant Pot. If you are looking for easy meals that require minimal time and clean up, then an Instant Pot is your new best friend. If you don't have an Instant Pot, you can make this Instant Pot Chili with Beans in any pressure cooker. Now lets enjoy some chili! Be sure to also try this Chili Macaroni Casserole.

    Chili is always a family favorite and it is so easy to make in the Instant Pot. This Instant Pot Chili Recipe is ready in a fraction of the time it takes to make traditional chili.
    Jump to:
    • Why you'll love Instant Pot Chili Recipe
    • Ingredients
    • How to make Instant Pot Beef Chili
    • 📖 Recipe
    • Frequently asked questions
    • Related posts

    Why you'll love Instant Pot Chili Recipe

    • Delicious chili in just 30 minutes!
    • Pressure cooking helps beef recipes to be full of flavor.
    • Versatile - can use beef or ground turkey.
    chili in a bowl

    Ingredients

    • lean ground beef
    • green pepper 
    • onion 
    • tomatoes
    • tomato sauce
    • kidney beans 
    • chili powder
    • water
    • Cayenne pepper
    • Salt & Pepper
    • Cheese
    • Onion
    • Green Onion

    How to make Instant Pot Beef Chili

    This Instant Pot chili recipe starts off stove top in a skillet. You will simmer the ground beef in the skillet. Once the meat is browned, pour it into a strainer and drain the excess grease.

    I get my ground beef from ButcherBox, which has the healthiest, highest quality meat at great prices. Best of all, it's delivered to your door.

    ground beef in a skillet

    Add the browned ground beef to the Instant Pot.

    ground beef in an instant pot

    Dice green peppers and onions, and place them into the pot once diced.

    ground beef and vegetables in an instant pot


    Next, add the tomatoes on top of the beef mixture.

    making chili in an instant pot

    Add your tomato sauce as well and stir with a wooden spoon.

    chili in the instant pot


    Drain the kidney beans and pour them into the Instant Pot as well.

    instant pot chili recipe


    Now it's time to add some spices. Add 5 tablespoons chili powder and Cayenne pepper seasoning and stir to mix. Make sure to mix well to get all the ingredients at the bottom of the pot covered.

    how to make chili in the instant pot

    Finally, add some water and mix well. Seal the lid on the Instant Pot and set timer to the CHILI/BEANS setting. Once the timer is up, release the pressure valve.

    instant pot

    Serve with your favorite toppings. Some of our favorites are onion, shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, avocado slices and green onion.

    instant pot chili in a bowl with crackers

    Serve a bowl of this fragrant chili with some crackers for a filling lunch or dinner.

    Instant Pot chili in a bowl with a spoon

    📖 Recipe

    Instant Pot Chili Recipe

    Vicky
    Chili is always a family favorite and it is so easy to make in the Instant Pot. This Instant Pot Chili Recipe is ready in a fraction of the time it takes to make traditional chili. 
    5 from 10 votes
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    Prep Time 15 minutes mins
    Cook Time 30 minutes mins
    Total Time 45 minutes mins
    Course Dinner
    Cuisine southwestern
    Servings 6
    Calories 267 kcal

    Equipment

    • Instant Pot

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    Ingredients
      

    • 1 lb ground beef
    • 1 green pepper diced
    • 1 onion diced
    • 16 oz can tomatoes
    • 16 oz can tomato sauce
    • 1 can kidney beans rinsed
    • 5 tablespoon chili powder
    • 2 cups water
    • 1 tablespoon Cayenne pepper
    • Salt & Pepper to taste
    • Optional Toppings
    • Cheese
    • Onion
    • Green Onion

    Instructions
     

    • Place ground beef into skillet and brown meat.
    • Once browned, pour into strainer and drain excess grease.
    • Add ground beef to the Instant Pot.
    • Dice green peppers and onions, placing into pot once diced.
    • Open can of tomatoes and sauce and pour into pot.
    • Drain one can of kidney beans and pour into the Instant Pot.
    • Add chili powder and Cayenne pepper seasoning, stirring to mix.
    • Add 2 cups of water and mix well.
    • Seal the lid and set timer to CHILI/BEANS - 30.
    • Once it is finished release the pressure valve.
    • Optional - serve with your favorite toppings such as onion, shredded cheese and green onion.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 267kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 16gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 53mgSodium: 662mgPotassium: 885mgFiber: 5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 2905IUVitamin C: 30.2mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 4.6mg
    Keyword chili, instant pot
    Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

    This nutritional information is approximate and was calculated using online calculators. Your nutritional information may vary depending on numerous factors. 

    Instant Pot Chili Recipe

    Frequently asked questions

    What kind of beans should I use in pressure cooker chili?

    I used kidney beans, but pinto beans and black beans work as well.

    How do I store this chili instant pot recipe?

    You can store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

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    1. Chris Collins says

      August 20, 2018 at 2:30 pm

      5 stars
      I love how easy this is to make in the instant pot! Can't wait to give the recipe a go 🙂

      Reply
    2. Cindy Gordon says

      August 20, 2018 at 1:53 pm

      5 stars
      You had me at Instant Pot! I LOVE making my life easier with instant pot meals. The ingredients in this chili come together for a delicious taste!

      Reply
    3. Lisa Huff says

      August 20, 2018 at 1:48 pm

      5 stars
      Great timing, I've been starting to use my Instant Pot a lot more lately. Can't wait to try making chili. This looks perfect!

      Reply
    4. Shanika says

      August 20, 2018 at 1:17 pm

      5 stars
      I love making chili and this recipe looks so good! I definitely need to get an Instant Pot! It looks so easy to use.

      Reply
    5. Jeanette says

      August 20, 2018 at 1:01 pm

      5 stars
      Feels like this is a cook machine I should get some time, cause I don't own one yet 🙂

      Reply
    Vicky from Mess for Less

    I'm Vicky, the founder of Mess For Less, which I started in 2011 to share easy, family-friendly recipes. With over a decade of experience as a home chef and recipe developer, I love creating meals that bring people together. I also design play and learning activities for kids, using my background as a former teacher with a Master’s degree in education. Learn more about me.

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