Instant Pot Chili con Carne

This Instant Pot Chili con Carne is a hearty and flavorful dish that’s perfect for cozy nights or large gatherings. Combining tender beef, a medley of spices, and rich tomato flavors, this chili is sure to warm you from the inside out. The Instant Pot makes the cooking process quick and easy, without sacrificing the depth of flavor that slow cooking traditionally imparts. Top it with your favorite garnishes like shredded cheese, sour cream, or fresh cilantro for an added touch of freshness and creaminess. Whether you’re serving it on its own, over rice, or with cornbread, this chili is bound to be a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 pounds ground beef (or chuck roast cut into small cubes)
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1 (15-ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar (optional, to balance acidity)

Instructions:

1. Sauté the Aromatics: Set your Instant Pot to the sauté mode and add the vegetable oil. Once hot, add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
2. Brown the Beef: Add the ground beef (or cubed chuck roast) to the pot and cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
3. Season the Beef: Stir in the chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper. Cook the spices with the beef for about 1 minute to release their flavors.
4. Add Remaining Ingredients: Pour in the diced tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, tomato sauce, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and brown sugar (if using). Stir everything together until well combined.
5. Pressure Cook: Secure the lid on the Instant Pot and set the valve to the sealing position. Cook on high pressure for 20 minutes. Once the cooking time is complete, let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, then quick release any remaining pressure.
6. Serve: Open the lid and stir the chili. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot with your favorite toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, green onions, or cilantro.

Enjoy your flavorful and comforting Instant Pot Chili con Carne!