Instant Pot Beef Chili
About this recipe
Instant Pot Beef Chili is the perfect cozy dish for fall or winter, and this recipe makes it super easy to whip up in just 45 minutes. With a combination of ground beef, kidney beans, fresh veggies, and a homemade chili seasoning, you can enjoy a hearty meal without spending hours in the kitchen.
This version stands out because it uses the Instant Pot, which cuts down cooking time significantly compared to traditional methods. Plus, the creator shares tips on how to customize the spice level and flavor to your liking.
Ingredient notes
- You can substitute ground beef with ground chicken, turkey, or venison.
- For the ground beef, 85/15 or 90/10 is recommended for optimal flavor and tenderness.
- Use either sweet, white, or yellow onion for the recipe.
Tips from Evolving Table’s video
- When sautéing the ground beef, cook it for 5-6 minutes until browned, but it doesn't need to be fully cooked through at this stage.
- To avoid the dreaded burnt error, do not stir the crushed tomatoes and kidney beans after adding them to the pot before pressure cooking.
- Make sure the pressure release valve is sealed before cooking on high pressure for 20 minutes.
Good to know
- How long does it take to cook the chili in the Instant Pot?
- The chili cooks for 20 minutes on high pressure, but it will take about 10 minutes to pressurize before cooking begins.
- What type of oil can I use for this recipe?
- You can use either avocado oil or olive oil.
- What should I do if I want a spicier chili?
- You can add more jalapeno or serrano peppers and leave the seeds in for extra heat.
- How do I make the homemade chili seasoning?
- Combine 3 tablespoons of chili powder, 1.5 tablespoons of cumin, 2 teaspoons of paprika, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, 0.5 teaspoon of cayenne pepper, 0.25 teaspoon of cinnamon, 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper, and 3 teaspoons of salt.
No life story here — the video and the recipe are the whole point. All credit to Evolving Table: watch the original on YouTube.
The recipe
Ingredients
Steps
- 1
Set the Instant Pot to the sauté function and add the oil.
- 2
Add the ground beef and cook for 5-6 minutes until browned, not fully cooked.
- 3
Add the diced onion, jalapeno or serrano peppers, and minced garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onion is tender.
- 4
Pour in the beef broth and scrape the bottom of the pot to release any stuck bits.
- 5
Add the tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and brown sugar to the pot.
- 6
In a small bowl, mix together the chili seasoning: combine chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, oregano, cayenne pepper, cinnamon, black pepper, and salt. Measure out 4 tablespoons and add to the pot, saving the rest for later.
- 7
Add additional salt and cayenne pepper to taste, then mix well.
- 8
Pour in the crushed tomatoes and kidney beans, but do not stir.
- 9
Close the lid, ensure the pressure release valve is sealed, and set to high pressure for 20 minutes.
- 10
After cooking, quick release the pressure and open the lid once the float valve drops.
- 11
Stir the chili well before serving.
Heads up — we had to guess a little:
- The quantity for the ground beef is inferred based on standard chili recipes.
Credit where it’s due: this recipe was transcribed from Evolving Table’s original video on YouTube. Follow them there — it’s their dish.
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