Instant Pot Turkey Chili is a hearty, flavorful meal that combines lean ground turkey with a rich blend of tomatoes, beans, and spices, all cooked quickly under pressure to meld the flavors beautifully. This recipe is perfect for those who want a satisfying, protein-packed dish that doesn’t take hours to prepare. The Instant Pot not only cuts cooking time significantly but also intensifies the flavors, resulting in a chili that tastes like it has simmered all day.
Recipe: Instant Pot Turkey Chili
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
- 1 (15-ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
Optional toppings:
- Shredded cheese
- Sour cream
- Chopped green onions
- Sliced jalapeños
Instructions:
- Sauté Vegetables and Turkey:
- Turn the Instant Pot to the sauté function and add the olive oil. Once hot, add the onion and garlic, sautéing until the onion becomes translucent.
- Add the ground turkey and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks.
- Add Spices and Vegetables:
- Stir in the red and green bell peppers, chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, letting the spices become fragrant and the peppers soften slightly.
- Deglaze and Add Remaining Ingredients:
- Pour in a small amount of the broth to deglaze the pot, scraping any bits off the bottom. Add the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, kidney beans, black beans, and remaining broth. Stir well to combine.
- Pressure Cook:
- Secure the lid of the Instant Pot and set the valve to the sealing position. Select the “Chili” setting or manually set the pressure cook function to high for 20 minutes.
- Release Pressure and Serve:
- Once the cooking time is complete, let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, then manually release any remaining pressure.
- Open the lid carefully and stir the chili. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Garnish and Enjoy:
- Serve the chili hot with your choice of optional toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions, or sliced jalapeños.
Instant Pot Turkey Chili is a versatile and forgiving dish, making it easy to adjust spices and ingredients to your liking. It’s a wonderful, warming meal that packs plenty of nutrients and flavors into each bite, perfect for those chilly evenings or whenever you need a quick and satisfying dish.
