The Best Easy Instant Pot Chili Recipe on the Internet

I love this easy instant pot chili recipe because it’s perfect for summer/early fall and can be made by anyone! It’s the perfect comfort food that makes great leftovers and my whole family especially my husband loves it. You can have it as lunch or dinner and the leftovers make great appetizers when paired with warm bread or chips.

As a mom of a big family, I love meals that can feed everyone with leftovers that are just as good as when it’s fresh. I also love using my Instant pot because I can leave it cooking with just a few buttons without the need to constantly watch the process.

This is one of my favorite easy warm dinner recipes that can easily feed my family of six, perfect for this time of the year. Find out how you can make delicious chili in an instant pot below!

Easy Instant Pot Chili Recipe

Ingredients

2 teaspoons olive oil
2 pounds lean ground beef or ground turkey
1 onion finely diced
1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
28 ounce can diced tomatoes
3 8 ounce cans tomato sauce
3/4 cup beef broth
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon granulated sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
3/4 teaspoon ground pepper
15 ounce can kidney beans or black beans drained. Rinsed
15 ounce can pinto beans drained. Rinsed
15 ounce can sweet corn drained
Toppings of your choice: I use shredded cheddar cheese, avocado, green onions and sour cream

Instructions

Set your instant pot to Sauté mode. Add olive oil and then add the ground beef or turkey, breaking up and cooking until browned.
Add onion and garlic to the pot. And cook until soft and fragrant.
Add the tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef broth, chili powder, cumin, sugar, salt, and pepper to the pot and stir to combine. Add your choice of beans on top.
Place the lid on and set your instant pot to the chili/beans setting. Cook for 20 minutes and allow the high pressure to release naturally for extra flavor. You can do a quick release manually if you’re in a hurry.
Add corn and stir to combine.
Serve with shredded cheese, sour cream, green onions, and avocado. Tastes amazing with a french roll or cornbread.

Let me know if you try out this easy pressure cooker recipe! If you also love using a crock pot to cook, check out my Korean Braised Short Ribs recipe here.

What Sides To Serve With Chili

Cornbread

Cornbread and chili is a classic pairing that people absolutely love. The sweetness and crumbly texture combined can help to balance out the heat of the chili.

Rice

Fluffy white or brown rice soaks up all of the delicious chili juices and adds a hearty element to the meal.

Tortilla Chips

Tortilla chips are absolutely perfect for dipping. They add a nice, crunchy texture and can be used to scoop up any extra chili.

Garden Salad

A light, fresh garden salad with crisp greens, tomatoes, and a zesty dressing can provide a really nice, refreshing contrast against the chili.

Coleslaw

The creamy, crunchy slaw can add a nice contrast and coolness to the spicy chili.

Baked Potatoes

Serving chili over baked potatoes creates a filling and satisfying dish for everyone to enjoy.

What To Do With Leftover Chili

Refrigeration

Once your chili has cooled to room temperature, put it in an airtight container. You can store it in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days, but is best eaten as soon as possible. It just needs to be sealed tightly to prevent contamination.

Freezing

For a longer storage option, freeze your chili in individual portions when it’s cooled to room temperature. Use freezer-safe bags or containers, and make sure that you label them with the correct date. It can last up to 3 months in the freezer.

Chili Tacos

Use your leftover chili as a filling for tacos. Then add your favourite toppings like lettuce, tomato, cheese, sour cream, and avocado.

Chili Mac

Mix your chili with cooked pasta for a hearty and delicious chili Mac. Top with cheese and bake it for a nice, comforting dish.

Chili Quesadillas

Spread some chili between tortillas with cheese and grill until crispy for a quick, yummy quesadilla.

Chili Stuffed Peppers

Hollow out your bell peppers and fill them with chili, then bake until they’re tender enough to cut through with ease.

Make delicious chili with this recipe!

Now you can make a delicious chili recipe that your dinner guests will love. Add in a side or two like the ones listed above and you’ll have a great meal at your fingertips. For more awesome recipes, check out the recipe section of my blog.