Description
This Instant Pot Award Winning Chili recipe is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cozy meal. Loaded with ground beef, beans, bacon, and a blend of spices, this chili is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
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Main Chili Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 pounds Ground Beef
- 6 Strips Bacon, good quality, chopped
- 1 Can Kidney Beans, 15 ounces, drained
- 1 Can Pinto Beans, 15 ounces, drained
- 1 Can Black Beans, 15 ounces, drained
- 1 Can Fire Roasted Diced Tomatoes, 15 ounces, with juice
- 1 Can Tomato Paste, 6 ounce
- 1 Red Onion, chopped
- 1 Red Bell Pepper, seeded and chopped
- 1 Jalapeño, seeded and minced *optional
- 2 cups Beef Stock
- 1 Tablespoon Dried Oregano
- 2 teaspoons Ground Cumin
- 2 teaspoons Kosher Salt
- 1 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
- 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
- 2 Tablespoons Chili Powder
- 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
- 1 Tablespoon Garlic, minced
For Garnish:
- Sour Cream
- Cilantro
- Cheese, shredded
- Lime, fresh, optional
Instructions
- Turn your instant pot to sauté and add the bacon. Cook until crisp, stirring often to cook evenly. Remove the bacon to a paper towel lined plate.
- Add the onions and peppers and cook until tender.
- Add the meat and cook until browned. Drain off any excess grease.
- Add all of the remaining ingredients and 3/4 of the bacon and stir to combine.
- Turn the instant pot to chili setting and cook for 18-20 minutes. Allow pressure to release for 10-15 minutes or quick release with the vent.
- Serve with limes, sour cream, cheese, and the remaining bacon for garnish.
Notes
- Most batches will be done after 18 minutes, but you can pressure cook longer for more flavor if needed.
- To freeze, cool the chili completely and store in a ziploc bag or FoodSaver for up to 2 months.
- For stove: Simmer on low heat for 3 hours after cooking everything in the pot.
- For slow cooker: Cook all ingredients on low for 5-6 hours or high for 3 hours.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 426 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 1350mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 85mg