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February 17, 2020

Instant Pot Beef Chili Recipe

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Seasoned ground beef and tomatoes simmered with garbanzo, pinito and kidney beans for a flavorful and hearty meal. via @jugglingactmamaSeasoned ground beef and tomatoes simmered with garbanzo, pinito and kidney beans for a flavorful and hearty meal. via @jugglingactmamaSeasoned ground beef and tomatoes simmered with garbanzo, pinito and kidney beans for a flavorful and hearty meal. via @jugglingactmama

Instant Pot Beef Chili with three kinds of beans, seasoned ground beef, and diced tomatoes is ready in under an hour and all in one pot!

close up of Instant Pot Beef Chili topped with sour cream and garnished with chives.
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Instant Pot Beef Chili

When it comes to weeknight meals in my house, they need to be quick, easy and delicious. That’s why today’s recipe is homerun for my family.

If you are new to the world of Instant Pot cooking, you’ll want to check out our Instant Pot Guide. Basically, an Instant Pot is a pressure cooker that cooks food quickly using steam and pressure. While Beef Chili can take hours on the stovetop, you can make it in under 60 minutes in your Instant Pot!

Shopping List

Here is what you will need to make this recipe:

  • ground beef
  • canned diced tomatoes
  • onion
  • coffee
  • garbanzo beans
  • pinto beans
  • kidney beans
  • taco seasoning
  • garlic

Note: I like to use my own homemade blend of taco seasoning, but store-bought works just fine, too.

How to make Beef Chili in the Instant Pot

For the full printable recipe with ingredient amounts, step-by-step instructions and tips, please scroll down to the Recipe Card below.

  1. Set your Instant Pot to the Sautee setting and brown the meat, onions and garlic together, breaking the meat into little pieces. 
  2. Pour on the drained beans, tomatoes (including the liquid) and taco seasoning, stir well for about 1 full minute and then twist on the lid. Make sure the valve is set to sealing. 
  3. Cancel the Saute setting and then select Manual for 20 minutes. 
  4. When the pressurized cooking time has ended and the Instant Pot beeps you can let it natural pressure release (if you won’t be eating right away) or you can carefully cover the valve with a damp clean cloth and release the pressure. 
  5. Stir everything together and allow as much of the steam to escape as possible. This will help thicken the chili quite a bit. 
  6. Serve with your favorite toppings.

Note: The sautee setting is always your friend when trying to cut down on the total start to finish time! 

How to Make Instant Pot Beef Chili

Recipe Variations

While we have not tested these variations, you might enjoy one of these modifications to our recipe:

  • Add 1 cup of diced green bell pepper to the pot and saute with the onions.
  • Adjust the spiciness of your chili by adding a pinch of red pepper flake, or a dash of hot sauce.
  • Substitute ground pork or chicken for the beef for a leaner version.
  • If you prefer one kind of bean over another, you can adapt the recipe by using whatever combination, as long as you include the same overall quantity.

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How long does Beef Chili last?

This is fantastic for about 5 days in the fridge or it can be transferred to an airtight container and set into the freezer for about 2 months. (Remember to label your container!)

What goes good with chili?

When it comes to chili, there are so many delicious toppings you can add. Some of our favorites include:

  • sour cream
  • shredded cheese
  • chives or scallions
  • crispy bacon
  • diced red onions
  • tortilla chips

Because chili is so filling, I don’t often serve it with much else. However, having some rolls or bread to dip is always tasty. Here are a few of my most popular recipes:

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Instant Pot Beef Chili topped with sour cream and green onions next to an Instant Pot.
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Instant Pot Beef Chili Recipe

Seriously, this convenient pressure cooker meal is an absolute must for busy families!

Not ready to make it yet? Don’t forget to pin this recipe for later.

When you do make it, please be sure to tag me on Instagram @jugglingactmama or #jugglingactmama – I’d love to see your pictures!

And finally, if you get a chance, please comment and leave me a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ rating below!

Instant Pot Beef Chili

Seasoned ground beef and tomatoes simmered with garbanzo, pinito and kidney beans for a flavorful and hearty meal.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Instant Pot Beef Chili
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Natural Pressure Release: 25 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 5 servings
Calories: 206kcal
Author: Ang Paris
Cost: $10

As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

Equipment

  • Instant Pot
  • Cutting Board
  • Santoku Knife

Ingredients

Chili Ingredients

  • 1 pound 90% ground beef
  • 28 oz can of diced tomatoes
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 10 oz brewed hot coffee
  • 1 15oz can of garbanzo beans
  • 1 15oz can of light pinto beans
  • 2 15oz cans of dark kidney beans
  • ½ cup or adjust to your preference of taco seasoning
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic

Optional toppings:

  • Green onions
  • Sour cream
  • Sharp cheddar cheese

Instructions

  • Set your Instant Pot to the Saute setting and brown the meat, onions and garlic together, breaking the meat into little pieces.
  • Pour on the drained beans, tomatoes (including the liquid) and taco seasoning, stir well for about 1 full minute and then twist on the lid. Make sure the valve is set to sealing.
  • Cancel the Saute setting and then select Manual for 20 minutes.
  • When the pressurized cooking time has ended and the Instant Pot beeps you can let it natural pressure release (if you won’t be eating right away) or you can carefully cover the valve with a damp clean cloth and release the pressure.
  • Stir everything together and allow as much of the steam to escape as possible. This will help thicken the chili quite a bit.
  • Serve with your favorite toppings.

Notes

Instant Pot Tips

  • Just like any recipe, read through the entire thing before you begin making your Instant Pot recipe and follow the recipe as written.
  • Cut your meat and/or vegetables into uniform sizes so that they cook evenly.
  • Do not overfill your cooking pot.
  • Take care in where you place your pressure cooker, keeping in mind where the steam will vent. It’s never a good idea to keep it underneath wooden cabiniets.
  • To keep your Instant Pot in good working order, you’ll want to replace the silicone sealing ring every 18-24 months because they stretch over time.
Note: I like to use my own homemade blend of taco seasoning, but store-bought works just fine, too.
 

Recipe Variations

While we have not tested these variations, you might enjoy one of these modifications to our recipe:
  • Add 1 cup of diced green bell pepper to the pot and saute with the onions.
  • Adjust the spiciness of your chili by adding a pinch of red pepper flake, or a dash of hot sauce.
  • Substitute ground pork or chicken for the beef for a leaner version.
  • If you prefer one kind of bean over another, you can adapt the recipe by using whatever combination, as long as you include the same overall quantity.
 

Nutrition

Serving: -7g | Calories: 206kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 59mg | Sodium: 572mg | Potassium: 650mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 514IU | Vitamin C: 18mg | Calcium: 67mg | Iron: 4mg
Please Note: I am not a registered dietician. Any nutritional data I provide is an approximation and actual dietary information can vary based on ingredients and portion sizes.
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