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    5 Ingredient Instant Pot Chili

    Modified: May 19, 2025 Published: Jan 19, 2021 by Nicole Durham This post may contain affiliate links. Leave a Comment

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    5 from 2 votes

    If you're looking for a simple and filling recipe with hardly any effort, then it doesn't get easier than this 5 Ingredient Instant Pot Chili. With just 5 ingredients and a few minutes of time, you can have a hearty meal in no time.

    Recipe: $11.26 | Per Serving: $1.88 | Servings: 6

    bowls of chili sitting in front of an instant pot.

    This recipe is perfect for busy days or cold afternoons when you just need a hearty and warm bowl of thick chili to help warm your insides. With this simple chili recipe, you can have a bowl in no time flat, and it'll taste like it slow cooked for hours.

    Making chili in the Instant Pot is one of my new favorite ways to do it. With such an easy process, I can have cornbread and chili started and finished at the same time, giving me a fast lunch option with minimal effort.

    Turn any leftover chili into Cornbread Tamale Pie the next day for a brand new meal. This is a great way to Reuse Leftover Food. Perfect for a Clean Out the Pantry Challenge too!

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    • 🍯 Why This Recipe Works
    • 🥘 Ingredients
    • 🔪 Instructions for 5 Ingredient Instant Pot Chili
    • 🍴 Recipe Tips
    • 💭 Recipe FAQs
    • ❤️ More Delicious Instant Pot Recipes
    • 📖 Recipe
    • 💬 Comments

    🍯 Why This Recipe Works

    1. You can customize it. I love that this simple Instant Pot chili recipe is so basic and "to the roots," keeping it simple, honest, and to the point. It also allows room for personalization to make the dish more unique to your own preferences as well.
    2. It's simple. With just 5 ingredients, you can have your meal prepped and cooking in no time. This one pot chili recipe is something you'll look forward to any day of the week. For another easy chili recipe, try our Tomato Soup Chili.
    3. It's fast! It comes as no surprise that this meal is pretty quick. Instant Pots cook at a much faster rate than most other cooking methods. This recipe cooks up in less than 30 minutes.

    🥘 Ingredients

    labeled ingredients needed to make 5 ingredient instant pot chili.

    Ground Beef- You will want to use some ground meat for this recipe. I prefer ground beef, but you can use ground turkey for a leaner option.

    Diced Tomatoes- Adding in diced tomatoes will give us a nice flavor and textural contrast to all of the meat and beans.

    Canned Kidney Beans- Use kidney beans or a blend of different bean varieties for a flavorful chili packed with protein.

    Taco Seasoning- You will need some taco seasoning mix to help flavor this recipe. You can use store-bought taco seasoning or Homemade Taco Seasoning.

    For specific ingredients and measurements, please see the recipe card below.

    🔪 Instructions for 5 Ingredient Instant Pot Chili

    brown the beef and onions and then stir in taco seasoning.

    Step 1: Set your Instant Pot to saute mode and set the timer for 10 minutes (should be plenty of time). Add in the raw ground beef and diced onions. (Image 1).

    Step 2: Cook until the onions are soft and the meat is browned. (Image 2).

    Step 3: Carefully drain the grease from the pot.

    Step 4: Add in the taco seasoning (Image 3) and stir well to combine. (Image 4).

    stir in tomatoes and beans then cook before serving and adding desired toppings.

    Step 5: Add in the drained and rinsed kidney beans and the canned diced tomatoes (with their liquid). (Image 5). Stir to combine. (Image 6).

    Step 6: Close the lid and set it to High Pressure for 5 minutes with a 5 minute Natural Pressure Release.

    Step 7: Release the remaining pressure in the pot and open the lid. (Image 7).

    Step 8: Stir to combine the chili and then serve warm with your favorite toppings and side dishes. (Image 8).

    🍴 Recipe Tips

    1. Seasoning Options- For this 5-ingredient chili recipe, you have flexibility with the seasoning. I opted for a packet of store-bought McCormick chili seasoning, but you can use homemade blends or your preferred taco/chili seasoning.
    2. Bean Alternatives- If kidney beans aren't your preference, feel free to substitute them with other canned beans like black beans, pinto beans, or chili beans. Mixing and matching beans can add variety to your chili.

    💭 Recipe FAQs

    What goes with Instant Pot Chili?

    I like to serve my chili with a side of cornbread or tortilla chips like Air Fryer Tortilla Chips. Topping it off with sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, and sliced green onions really make for a tasty dish that hits all the right spots.

    How long is leftover chili good for?

    Leftover chili can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-5 days. Just reheat until warmed through before eating and top with your favorite toppings.

    How do you thicken chili in an Instant Pot?

    If you want your chili even thicker, then cook it as per usual and after releasing the pressure remove the lid. Let rest for 10 minutes as it "simmers" on the keep warm setting. This will allow the steam to escape and help the chili to thicken.

    a bowl of chili surrounded by chips.

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    If you tried this 5 Ingredient Instant Pot Chili, please leave a ⭐️ star rating and share your feedback in the 📝 comments section below. I would truly appreciate it!

    📖 Recipe

    a bowl full of instant pot chili and topped with cheese, onions and sour cream.
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    5 from 2 votes

    5 Ingredient Instant Pot Chili

    If you're looking for a simple and filling recipe with hardly any effort, then it doesn't get easier than this Chili Recipe. With just 5 ingredients and a few minutes of time, you can have a hearty meal in no time.
    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time 15 minutes mins
    NPR 5 minutes mins
    Total Time 15 minutes mins
    Servings: 6 servings
    Calories: 392kcal
    Cost Recipe $11.26 / Serving $1.88
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    Equipment

    • Instant Pot
    • Wooden Spoon

    Ingredients

    • 1 pound ground beef 80/20 ($4.97)
    • 1 small onion, diced ($0.91)
    • 3 cans (14.5 ounce) diced tomatoes ($2.88)
    • 3 cans kidney beans, drained ($2.14)
    • 2 Tablespoons taco seasoning ($0.36)
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    Instructions

    • Set your Instant Pot to Saute mode with a timer of 10 minutes.
    • Saute the ground beef and onions until the ground beef is fully cooked and the onions are soft. Drain grease.
    • Add in the remaining ingredients. Stir to combine.
    • Close the lid and seal the valve. Set to High Pressure for 5 minutes and allow a 5 minute Natural Pressure Release before manually releasing the rest.
    • Stir the chili and serve warm with your favorite sides and toppings.

    Notes

    You can use taco seasoning or chili seasoning in this 5 ingredient chili recipe. I chose to use a storebought packet of McCormick chili seasoning, but you can use homemade blends, storebought, or your favorite taco/chili seasoning combination.
    If you aren't a fan of kidney beans, other canned beans like black beans, pinto, or chili beans work great. You can even mix and match for more variety in your bowl.
    Storage
    Leftover chili can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-5 days. Just reheat until warmed through before eating and top with your favorite toppings.

    Nutritional Information

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 392kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 54mg | Sodium: 415mg | Potassium: 1111mg | Fiber: 12g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 319IU | Vitamin C: 22mg | Calcium: 115mg | Iron: 7mg
    Author Nicole Durham
    Course dinner, Main Course
    Cuisine American
    Diet Gluten Free
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