Description
This Instant Pot Three Bean Chili recipe is a hearty and flavorful dish perfect for any chili lover. Combining ground sirloin and a trio of beans with a robust tomato base and a blend of spices, this chili is cooked quickly and easily in an Instant Pot, making it a convenient meal for busy weeknights. Rich, savory, and packed with protein and fiber, it’s sure to be a family favorite served with your choice of toppings.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Vegetables
- 1 1/2 pounds ground sirloin
- 1 large sweet onion, chopped
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
Beans
- 1 can red beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 can black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 can Ranch style beans (drained and rinsed)
Tomato and Sauces
- 2 cups tomato sauce
- 1 can tomato paste
- 2 cans stewed tomatoes
- 3/4 cup ketchup
Spices and Seasonings
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 1 tablespoon coarse ground garlic salt
- 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
Liquids
- 2 cups filtered water
Instructions
- Brown the Meat: Press the Sauté button on the Instant Pot. Add the ground sirloin and cook it until fully browned and golden, breaking it up as it cooks for even browning.
- Remove Cooked Meat: Transfer the browned sirloin to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess fat.
- Caramelize Onions: Add the chopped onion to the Instant Pot and sauté until caramelized and golden brown for enhanced flavor.
- Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 2 minutes, then turn off the Sauté function.
- Prepare Beans: Drain and rinse the red beans, black beans, and Ranch style beans under cold water in a colander.
- Combine Ingredients: Return the cooked sirloin to the Instant Pot. Add the rinsed beans, tomato sauce, tomato paste, stewed tomatoes, ketchup, chili powder, cumin, garlic salt, seasoned salt, and brown sugar.
- Mix Well: Stir all ingredients thoroughly to ensure even distribution of flavors.
- Add Water: Pour in 2 cups of filtered water and stir again to blend all the ingredients.
- Seal Instant Pot: Place the lid on the Instant Pot, ensuring it is properly locked, and check that the pressure valve is set to ‘SEALING’.
- Set Cooking Time: Press the MANUAL button and set the cooking time to 18 minutes.
- Pressure Cook: Allow the Instant Pot to come up to pressure, cook for 18 minutes, and then release the pressure naturally or manually following the device indications.
- Release Pressure Safely: Once cooking is complete and the Instant Pot beeps, carefully turn the pressure valve to ‘VENTING’ to release remaining pressure. Confirm the float valve has dropped before opening.
- Open Lid and Stir: Open the lid carefully and give the chili a good stir to combine all flavors evenly.
- Serve and Garnish: Serve the chili hot, accompanied by your favorite toppings such as sour cream, shredded cheese, diced onions, green onions, ketchup, Fritos, tortilla chips, or crackers. Enjoy your hearty chili!
Notes
- For a spicier chili, consider adding jalapeños or hot sauce to the mixture before pressure cooking.
- You can substitute ground sirloin with ground turkey or plant-based meat for alternative dietary preferences.
- Ensure the beans are rinsed well to reduce excess sodium and improve taste.
- If you prefer a thicker chili, remove the lid after cooking and use the Sauté function to simmer and reduce the liquid to your liking.
- Leftovers store well refrigerated for up to 4 days and freeze beautifully for up to 3 months.
